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Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) > The Legal 500 Rankings

Malaysia > Capital markets Tier 1

The team at Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is recognised for its extensive capabilities in the debt capital market arena, regularly engaging in high-value, international, and complex transactions. In particular, the group has a track record in advising on asset backed securities, project finance involving green bonds, Islamic financial services, and responsible investments. Lilian Liew and Chin Sook Kwan lead the practice and are key figures within the field, with significant experience in debt restructurings and syndicated corporate loans, respectively.

Malaysia > Banking and finance Tier 2

Malaysia > Corporate and M&A Tier 2

Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is noted for its capability in advising clients on corporate advisory matters, in addition to M&A, joint ventures and shareholder arrangements, capital markets transactions and corporate restructurings. Gilbert Gan, Tan Wooi Hong, Nadarashnaraj Sargunaraj, Stephanie Choong, Joan Ting Pang Chung, Muhammad Zukhairi Muhammed Salehudin and Mohammad Iliyas Bin Razali collectively lead the team, while Idahani Ismas Ismail left the firm for an in-house role in August 2023.

Malaysia > Projects and energy Tier 2

Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) advises on green electricity mandates and provides regulatory advice on the implications of relevant legislative changes imposed by the Malaysian Government, recently regarding the coal export ban, in particular. Caera Lee Huan Yin is a name to note in the team, with demonstrable experience advising on the scope of project development-related matters. Amin Abdul Majid is at the team’s helm and acts for clients on key energy and infrastructure matters, frequently supported by Hua Sia Yen.

Malaysia > Islamic finance Tier 3

Malaysia > TMT (including Fintech) Tier 4

Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is well-placed to advise on fintech issues such as licensing applications and advice on engagement with regulators. The firm also advises on AML compliance and merger controls involving telecoms companies. Personal data protection expert Nadarashnaraj Sargunaraj heads up the practice, while fintech specialist Jonathan Lim’s practice extends to matters involving blockchain technology and payment systems.