Counting private equity houses, corporates, funds and financial institutions among its key roster of clients, Latham & Watkins LLP showcases demonstrable experience in public M&A, private takeovers, joint ventures, corporate restructurings and disposals, and is well-placed to advise on US, English and Singapore law. Practice leader Amy Beckingham advises on the entire lifecycle of clients’ investments and Sidharth Bhasin’s workload encompasses private equity investments and exits, public and private M&A and joint ventures. James Clayton-Payne maintains a track record in cross-border M&A and joint venture transactions in Asia and the Middle East, while Sharon Lau counts private equity sponsors, corporates and financial investors among her key roster of clients. Other names to note include Marcus Lee and Farhana Sharmeen.

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Key clients

  • Warburg Pincus
  • TPG
  • KKR
  • CVC
  • Bain Capital
  • Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)
  • Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)
  • Quadria Capital Investment Management Pte Ltd
  • Vingroup including VinFast
  • PTT
  • Golden Energy and Resources Pte Ltd
  • Keppel Corporation Limited
  • ESR
  • Alta Capital

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.

Amy Beckingham

Other key lawyers

Sidharth Bhasin, James Clayton-Payne, Sharon Lau, Marcus Lee, Farhana Sharmeen, Michael Rackham