Rajah & Tann Asia advises on listed and unlisted derivatives and structured products, in addition to the structuring and documentation for OTC derivatives products and transactions. Regina Liew maintains a track record in handling the full range of advisory, transactional and enforcement matters on behalf of well-known banks and other financial institutions. Larry Lim stands out for his expertise in the fintech arena, advising on mandates concerning launch of cryptocurrencies, as well as licensing and regulatory issues, while Lee Xin Mei handles structured debt and securitisation transactions. All named partners collectively lead the practice. Financial services regulatory specialist Benjamin Liew is another key contact in the group.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Very professional and has the industry knowledge and experience to provide sound advice.’

  • ‘Benjamin Liew is very proactive in his approach to resolve issues we put forward to him. The advice he provides is balanced, taking into account commercial and regulatory considerations.’

  • 'The strength of Rajah & Tann's structured finance and derivatives team is highly regarded for their extensive experience in this specialised field.

  • 'Regina Liew is exceptional in her meticulous attention to every detail in drafting and for her negotiation skills. She is certainly an asset to have on your side and a force to reckon with when she is on the other side.'

Key clients

  • Keppel Infrastructure and Keppel Energy
  • Ashland Inc
  • M&G Real Estate Asia Pte Ltd

Work highlights

  • Advised Keppel Infrastructure and Keppel Energy on the derivatives and hedging transactions in connection with the development of a 600MW state-of-the-art, advanced combined cycle gas turbine power plant, Singapore's first hydrogen-ready power plant, to be built in Jurong Island.
  • Acted as Singapore counsel to the originator and seller in relation to Ashland’s trade receivables securitisation programme structured by Bank of America N.A. to assign, on an on-going basis, receivables that Ashland and its subsidiaries originates in the course of its business.
  • Acted for M&G Real Estate in the purchase and leaseback of a portfolio of four properties from Cycle & Carriage Industries Pte Limited, for an aggregate of S$333 million, including advising the client in respect of its derivatives and hedging transactions for this deal.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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.

Regina Liew, Larry Lim, Lee Xin Mei

Other key lawyers

Benjamin Liew