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Yuen Law Appoints Kevin Chua as Co-Head of Corporate Practice
Yuen Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Chua as Co-Head of the firm’s Corporate Practice.
Kevin joined Yuen Law in 2021 as a Director in the Corporate Practice. He is a highly regarded practitioner with more than two decades of experience advising on high-value corporate transactions and regulatory matters for clients in the financial services sector, including investment fund managers, financial institutions, family offices, and fintech companies.
Prior to joining Yuen Law, Kevin was Head of Regulatory Practice at a boutique law firm ranked in Legal 500, and practiced at WongPartnership, a leading Big Four law firm. He has also held public sector roles, including Assistant General Counsel at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), where he served in management roles within the compliance and registration divisions of ACRA.
Kevin is recognised by leading directories, including IFLR1000, where he is ranked as a Highly Regarded practitioner in Financial Services Regulatory, and Asialaw, where he is listed as a Notable Practitioner. Clients describe him as “honest, hard-working, very knowledgeable.”
On his appointment, Kevin said:
"Our dual strengths in corporate actions and financial services regulation remain central to Yuen Law’s growth. This is an exciting time for our Corporate Practice as we continue to expand our sector specialisms, particularly in technology and financial services. I look forward to working closely with my colleagues to deliver exceptional service to our clients, and to further build a practice defined by technical excellence and outstanding client care."
Samuel Yuen, Managing Director and Co-Head of the Corporate Practice, welcomed Kevin to his new role:
“Kevin’s wealth of experience, particularly in regulatory, financial services, and investment funds matters, adds significant depth to our practice. Having worked alongside Kevin for many years, I have seen first-hand his commitment to clients and his ability to navigate their most complex challenges. His leadership will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen and grow our Corporate Practice.”
The Corporate Practice at Yuen Law is committed to supporting clients’ growth and strategic ambitions through leading corporate transaction and regulatory expertise. Our award-winning group advises businesses of all sizes on complex transactions, combining commercial insight, practical guidance, and technical precision. Kevin’s appointment underscores Yuen Law’s ongoing commitment to delivering best-in-class corporate and regulatory advice, enhancing our ability to serve clients across Singapore and the wider Asia-Pacific region.