Dentons Rodyk remains best known for real estate finance, continuing to represent local and regional banks along with real estate developers and companies in substantial financings. The firm has made a further impression in green and sustainability-linked financings in the real estate sector. It is also noted for syndicated lending, asset finance, Islamic financings, leveraged finance, and trade and commodity finance. Key industry sectors include real estate, private equity, energy and natural resources. Doreen Sim is head of the banking and finance group with a background in bilateral and syndicated loans, real estate finance and acquisition finance; she continues to lead many of the firm’s major real estate finance engagements. Joo Thye Tan leads the infrastructure practice and is noted for project financings in the energy sector. Janice Ngeow is head of the asset-based finance group and is co-head of Islamic finance alongside Zhulkarnain Rahim. Jonathan Guwe is also rated.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They have an extensive global network of offices, and are able to provide seamless and comprehensive legal support regardless of project or transaction location. We also enjoy personalised and proactive engagement through a dedicated relationship development partner.’

  • ‘Ron Oong stands out for his pragmatic and solutions-driven approach. He consistently delivers creative and practical advice that aligns with our objectives. He also excels in guiding us through complex transactions.’

  • ‘The team, headed by Janice Ngeow, is knowledgeable and responsive.’

  • ‘The partner, Janice Ngeow, is knowledgeable and able to explain and simplify technical legal terms for easier understanding. She also ensures that the client's interest is protected in each transaction.’

Key clients

  • DBS Bank Ltd.
  • Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
  • Lakeside Residential Pte. Ltd.
  • Sophia Residential and Sophia Commercial
  • Parkway Pantai
  • Boulevard Development
  • Straits Developments
  • Jurong Port Tank Terminals
  • Serentica Renewables
  • PT Pertamina (Persero)

Work highlights

  • Acted for Straits Developments in its new investment products which relate to fractionalised properties.
  • Acted for DBS Bank in its grant of a committed unsecured green loan of up to S$328m to City Developments for the purpose of part financing the acquisition of a land parcel at Champions Way, Singapore.
  • Acted for Boulevard Development in the grant of up to S$2.18bn banking facilities.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Doreen Sim

Other key lawyers

Joo Thye Tan, Jonathan Guwe, Janice Ngeow, Zhulkarnain Rahim, Ron Oong