Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill’s Islamic finance team has a stellar reputation and is led by Tay Weng Hwee, who advises on various legal documentation and issues regarding Islamic banking facilities. Counting major lenders, borrowers, and financial institutions amongst its key roster of clients, the department advises on Shariah-compliant financing, Malaysian and foreign currency-denominated transactions, and has recently extended its expertise to include working on Shariah fintech financing products. Megat Hizaini Hassan’s presence bolsters the strength of the team, thanks to his expertise on Sukuk mandates, Murabahah and Ijarah transactions, and Islamic investment work.
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- 'Megat Hizaini Hassan is proactive and knowledgeable.'
Key clients
- AFFIN Islamic Bank Berhad
- Direct Lending Sdn Bhd
- OSK Holdings Berhad
- Sabah Credit Corporation (SCC)
Work highlights
- Advised Direct Lending Sdn Bhd in relation to its online Shariah auto service financing offering.
- Advised OSK Holdings Berhad in respect of the legal documentation for its Islamic term financing and Islamic revolving credit facility.
- Acting for Sabah Credit Corporation in relation to the proposed variation of the negative covenants of its existing Sukuk Musharakah Programmes.
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tay Weng Hwee