David Lai & Tan’s capital markets practice is led by Tan Yee Boon, who is active in handling shareholder disputes, securities laws, and fundraising matters. The team is frequently instructed by a range of local clients to act and advise on IPOs, corporate exercises, takeovers and acquisitions, and proposed listings. Joaana Keng Li Xin is another key contact in the group.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The firm's practice is unique because of its strong focus on providing tailored solutions that are designed to meet the specific needs of the clients. One of its strengths is the depth of their expertise and experience in the relevant industries.' 
  • 'The team has a unique approach to problem solving that sets them apart from competitors. They consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism, industry knowledge, and expertise.'
  • 'Excellent team.'
  • 'Tan Yee Boon and Stephanie Chan Pik Jia are knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and helpful.'
  • 'Out of the box thinking to provide innovative solutions when faced with obstacles.'
  • 'Tan Yee Boon is one of the sharpest corporate lawyers in town.'

Key clients

  • CPE Technology Berhad
  • Azam Jaya Group Berhad
  • Wellous Holdings Sdn Bhd
  • United Oil Palm Holdings Limited
  • KGW Group Berhad
  • Jati Tinggi Group Berhad
  • Wentel Engineering Sdn Bhd
  • AGX Group Berhad
  • Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited
  • SMTrack Berhad
  • Pegasus Heights Berhad
  • G Capital Berhad
  • Sunview Group Berhad
  • Swang Chai Chuan Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised Swang Chai Chuan Limited on the listing on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
  • Advised CPE Technology Berhad on the proposed listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.
  • Advise Wellous Holdings Sdn Bhd on proposed business combination of Wellous Holding Limited and its subsidiaries, Wellous Holdings Sdn Bhd, Wellous Sdn Bhd, MOH Pharmaceuticals Technologies Sdn Bhd, MOH Research Sdn Bhd, Afyaa Sdn Bhd, Trader2u Sdn Bhd and Pinmore Sdn Bhd with Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited  on the Nasdaq capital market.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tan Yee Boon

Other key lawyers

Joaana Keng Li Xin, Stephanie Chan Pik Jia