Home to ‘go-to contacts for financial regulatory advice’, A&O Shearman’s team is also well versed in fintech matters and regularly advises on cryptocurrency, digital assets, and blockchain matters. Data compliance in the banking sector and regulatory requirements imposed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore are other standout areas of activity for the ‘extremely dedicated’ outfit. The firm’s offering is spearheaded by Shuhui Kwok, who is praised for her ’extremely helpful advisory solutions for product launches across Asia-Pacific and the wider Middle East and Africa regions’. Senior associate Yu Jia Ang‘s busy caseload includes advising financial institutions on anti-money laundering and other compliance requirements. Cédric Lindenmann left the team in December 2023.
Testimonials
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‘The team is small but personable and able to pull in expertise across regulatory, technology and other areas to ensure the advice is holistic for the business.’
‘Shuhui Kwok and Tom Jokelson work closely together to bring in the best advice from a corporate strategy, fundraising and partnership perspective. They are hands-on partners, proactive and creative thinkers, and practical problem solvers. I think what stands out from other firms in Singapore is its long-term relationship outlook.’
Key clients
- Greenland Financial
- Altonomy