‘Clifford Chance has grown from strength to strength as is evident by their team size. The team attracts high calibre mandates and provides top tier advice to their clients. The partners are commercial and approachable and work to ensure that the timing demands of each transaction are met. The team works to ensure that the expectations of clients are met throughout.’

‘Kai-Niklas Schneider is a notable practitioner who is very experienced and brings a strong commercial approach to deals. Daryl Liu has a great rapport with clients and is well known in the market for his well considered approach on issues arising on matters.’

‘They provide a strong, efficient and hands on service with a global reach for our various LP investments and co investments.’

‘Olivia Chung is the key relationship partner on the funds and co investment side. She leads the deals and is up to speed on deal terms and doesn’t leave it all to associates – that’s a stand out for us and what we would expect. Olivia and her team are practical about issues and bring wide experience to the deals.’

‘There is a proper team spirit and culture of collaboration that is special at Akin. I have worked with and known team members in Singapore and Hong Kong and have been impressed by them all.’

‘Knowledgeable lawyers with a practical and commercial approach.’

‘The funds practice at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld Singapore is helmed by partner Olivia Chung. Olivia’s breadth of practice covering general investment funds and US securities laws that apply to investment funds are a plus point for the Asian based managers, who benefit from the same time zone support that the firm can offer in the Asian timezone.’

‘Olivia Chung – responsive, ability to explain complex legal issues under US securities laws and how those rules apply to Asian fund managers; accessible.’

‘We use Dechert for legal assistance when underwriting and conducting due diligence on private investment funds. The team is very commercial and efficient, focusing on core issues and risks that are material for any investments. Easy to work with, providing guidance and assessments in plain language.’

‘Thomas Kim is an excellent associate who is able to manage transactions seamlessly while addressing many complex matters. Thomas is proactive and driven to achieve the objectives of his client and shows a genuine interest in obtaining the best result for his client (as opposed to merely following direction).’

‘Had a deal that required funds and M&A expertise. Approached the Dechert M&A team and they roped in the funds team to assist on the deal. I was impressed by the level of collaboration and the breath of cross-area expertise demonstrated by each member of the Dechert team – each lawyer was a subject matter expert in his/her own practice area but was also sensitive to the issues outside of his/her practice area.’

‘Thomas Kim did most of the day to day heavy lifting and was the lynchpin in getting the deal across the line. Whilst he is a skilled funds practitioner, what was impressive to me was his cool demeanour throughout his interactions with the client and his ability in managing the various workstreams.’

‘Would call out Thomas Kim for his exceptional professionalism and tenacity. Works hard, responses are quick, and provides sharp analysis. I have no doubt Thomas Kim has limitless potential should he remain in this trajectory and keep up this ethos.’

‘Good knowledge and insights on what is market for commercial and legal terms for PE funds.’

‘Very responsive and able to turnaround quickly in short fused and complex situations.’

‘The team has deep experience and is very knowledgeable. Also provides pragmatic, commercial and constructive advice – bearing in mind our interests but also considering the ability to get things / issues across the line.’

‘We have worked very closely with the Singapore private funds team for many years. They understand our business and our strategic vision, and their years of experience advising on many of our landmark transactions has resulted in invaluable insight, cohesive and actionable solutions and terrific client service tailored to our unique needs as our business continues to grow and evolve.’

‘Jason Nelms  is great at balancing the commercial and legal issues, and provides actionable insights. He is very focused on solving issues quickly without compromising attention to detail. He proactively identifies areas for us to focus on and helps to steer the transaction to a successful closing.’

Shirin Tang is a stand out attorney. She is able to balance legal analysis against the commercial realities of our transactions and shows incredible judgment in determining the appropriate balance. Shirin works tirelessly and leads an excellent team to deliver us the legal work that we need.’

‘MoFo Asia has a deep funds team that works seamlessly across projects and practice areas. They are always responsive and practice. The team is very commercial-minded.’

‘Jason Nelms in Singapore is the lead adviser on all of our fund investments. He has deep experience in all of the types of fund investments we make globally. He is always available and addresses any issues promptly.’

‘Extremely commercial advice, rapid response times, strong attention to detail and efficient billing practices.’

‘The team is responsive, commercial and always available.’

‘Jason Nelms is superb. He conveys things in a clear manner and has an excellent pulse on what is “market”. He is always available for a chat and his response time is second to none. Highly recommend.’

‘Nimble and versatile – Great communication – Client focus and yet commercial in their advice.’

‘Matthew Nortcliff has been very professional in the engagement. He goes beyond the call and I certainly appreciate his working style. He is quick, sharp and to the point.’

‘Matt Nortcliff from CMS is very helpful. He is very efficient and can meet the deal’s tight timeline. If we have an urgent project, we will think of CMS as we know that it will be in their good hands.’

‘Extremely diligent legal partners who also understand business and commercial dimensions of deals and engagements. Very accessible and available via multiple channels when needed. Superb understanding of private equity / venture fund legal dynamics and practices.’

‘Matthew Nortcliff has been a key partner for us from the get-go, ever since the inception of our first venture capital fund up to all our subsequent fund vehicles. Matthew is always available, offers great legal advice with an understanding for commercial dynamics and is an extremely trustworthy partner, adviser and resource for our fund business.’

‘CMS has an excellent grasp of client needs and through its global network is able to offer quality advice out of jurisdiction if needed.’

‘Matt Nortcliff and his team strike a strong balance between law and commercial requirements. Matt is sharp in identifying nuances of statutes and explains complex legal writings in a clear and concise way. Matt’s team’s greatest strength is their willingness to go the extra mile. You can count on them to get back to you on time and on point all day long.’

‘Matt Nortcliff engages with us as a long term partner. Matt remains a reliable source for information and solutions.’