Rahmat Lim & Partners has established itself as a leader in the banking and finance and capital markets spheres, allowing it to benefit from a steady pipeline of Islamic finance engagements. Led by Wan Kai Chee, who principally focuses on fintech and investment funds, the firm has demonstrable experience in Islamic finance contracts, including financing under the principles of Ijarah, Mudharabah, and Musharakah. Acting for major regional banks including the likes of Maybank Investment and RHB, the team also counts Sukuk issuances and medium-term notes programmes within its scope of work. Kelvin Loh, Azman bin Othman Luk, and Syed Rashid bin Rahim Alsree are key members of the department.
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Work highlights
- Advised on an Islamic medium term notes programme of up to RM6bn in nominal value by Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd, based on the Shariah principle of Wakalah Bi Al-Istithmar.
- Advised on an Islamic medium term notes programme of up to RM3bn in nominal value by edotco Malaysia Sdn Bhd, based on the Shariah principle of Wakalah Bi Al-Istithmar.
- Advised on the RM1.1bn term financing-i facility based on Shariah principles of Murabahah (via a Tawarruq arrangement) to YTL DC South Sdn. Bhd.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Wan Kai Chee