Simmons & Simmons JWS has built a formidable reputation in Singapore high-stakes litigation, especially cases involving financial institutions, asset management and investment funds, and commodities and trading firms. The Singapore team has acted for clients in a series of cases linked to high-profile restructurings, including representing a number of creditors in actions connected to the headline restructuring of Hin Leong Trading. The Singapore team has demonstrated its expertise in a series of cases involving allegations of fraud and breach of directors’ duties, as well as enforcement proceedings. It further expanded its small team at supervising associate and associate level in 2022 and 2023. Mohammed Reza heads the Singapore dispute resolution team and is a seasoned figure in commercial and banking disputes. Associate Darren Low provides support in high-value restructuring and enforcement matters.
Testimonials
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- 'Darren Low did a great job informing me on how to handle my situation and I felt like I had someone in my corner looking out for my best interests.’
- ‘Simmons & Simmons JWS fields a respected and heavy-hitting team with a track record of success. The disputes team led by Reza comprises extremely high quality professional lawyers who give complete confidence in their ability to manage the litigation.’
Key clients
- Alipay Merchant Services Pte Ltd
- Alipay Singapore Holding Pte. Ltd
Work highlights
- Acted for Societe Generale against the Lim family in the restructuring of Hin Leong Trading, with debts in excess of $3.8bn.
- Acted for Qatar National Bank in the restructuring of Hin Leong Trading, with debts in excess of $3.6bn.