Allen & Gledhill LLP has a large dedicated team for TMT matters, notably traditional IT procurement, outsourcing and substantial downstream M&A-driven IT contracting; amongst a number of headline engagements it advised on the transition and integration elements of the Chandra Asri and Glencore consortium’s acquisition of Shell’s integrated refining and chemicals assets on Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island, Singapore. The team continues to be active in data protection matters and has continued to see an uptick in artificial intelligence (AI)-related work, along with cloud and platform engagements. Tham Kok Leong is head of technology and is hugely experienced, while Tan Wee Meng is head of the telecoms group. Alexander Yap leads the fintech practice, often working closely with the firm’s substantial financial regulatory group. Eugene Ho is co-head of the cybersecurity and data protection team. Liew Wan Lin has impressed in a number of complex IT contracting matters.

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Work highlights

  • Acted for Michelle Yeoh and her management company in relation to several advertising and sponsorship deals in Asia and around the world.
  • Acted for Chandra Asri and Glencore on their agreement to acquire Shell’s integrated refining and chemicals assets on Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island, Singapore, including technology transition and integration matters.
  • Advised DBS Bank on its acquisition of Citigroup’s consumer banking business in Taiwan, including the integration of the technology, data and operating platforms of the two banks, and related issues.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tham Kok Leong, Stanley Lai SC, Tan Wee Meng

Other key lawyers

Alexander Yap, Eugene Ho, Liew Wan Lin