The team at Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is recognised for its extensive capabilities in the debt capital market arena, regularly engaging in high-value, international, and complex transactions. In particular, the group has a track record in advising on asset backed securities, project finance involving green bonds, Islamic financial services, and responsible investments. Lilian Liew and Chin Sook Kwan lead the practice and are key figures within the field, with significant experience in debt restructurings and syndicated corporate loans, respectively.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Lilian Liew is a go-to lawyer for debt capital markets work.'
  • 'Led by seasoned and experienced practitioners, the firm has a good allocation of resources to execute transactions.'
  • 'Lilian Liew and Chin Sook Kwan are seasoned and experienced practitioners and are actively involved in transactions.'
  • 'The firm is our go-to choice for debt capital markets work in Malaysia.'
  • 'Chin Sook Kwan has a good understanding of clients' history and positions.'
  • 'Go-to firm for Malaysia DCM.'
  • 'The team is solution driven and has good business acumen when addressing legal issues in the transaction.'

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Lilian Liew, Chin Sook Kwan