Mr Kelvin Loh > Rahmat Lim & Partners > Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia > Lawyer Profile

Rahmat Lim & Partners
SUITE 33.01, LEVEL 33, THE GARDENS NORTH TOWER
MID VALLEY CITY, LINGKARAN SYED PUTRA
59200 KUALA LUMPUR
Malaysia
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Work Department

Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Islamic Finance

Position

Kelvin is a Partner in the Financial Services Department.

Career

Kelvin’s primary areas of practice are debt capital markets, Islamic finance, and banking and finance. He has led numerous bond and Sukuk transactions (both in Ringgit and in foreign currency), including convertible and exchangeable bonds, guaranteed bonds, listed convertible loan stocks and Basel III-compliant bonds. Kelvin’s debt capital markets practice includes structured finance, asset securitisation, listed convertible preference share issuances, and the provision of financial regulatory advice. Kelvin also regularly advises on syndicated loans, project finance (including cross-border project finance for the real estate, telecommunications, and oil and gas sectors), and debt restructurings.

Kelvin has been recognised as a Highly Regarded lawyer in Banking & Finance, Capital Markets and Islamic Finance in IFLR1000 and a Recommended lawyer in Banking and Finance and Capital Markets in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific. He is also a Recognised Practitioner in Chambers Asia-Pacific. Kelvin has been endorsed by peers and clients in IFLR1000 as being “proactive, knowledgeable and experienced in banking matters”, and is praised by sources to have “in-depth knowledge and experience in advising on financing/loan transactions”. According to The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, he has been endorsed by peers and clients alike as “competent and knowledgeable”.

Kelvin joined the Firm in 2012 after more than 12 years of legal practice in corporate, financial services and real estate law with another Malaysian firm.

Languages

English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Education

Kelvin graduated with a double degree in Commerce (majoring in Accounting and Finance) and LLB (Hons) from The University of Sydney, Australia. He was called to Malaysian Bar in 1999.

Lawyer Rankings

Malaysia > Banking and finance

(Leading individuals)

Kelvin Loh – Rahmat Lim & Partners

Rahmat Lim & Partners is renowned for its specialism in the banking and finance arena, with demonstrated expertise in cross-border lending, acquisition and leveraged financing, debt restructuring transactions, and complex syndicated deals. Regularly engaged by reputable local and international financial organisations, the practice, headed by Wan Kai Chee, is also well-versed in sustainability-linked loans, fintech projects, and Sukuk issuances. Managing partner Azman bin Othman Luk has a wealth of experience in debt capital markets and securities regulation, while Kelvin Loh leads numerous bond transactions and frequently advises on Islamic financing facilities. Geraldine Su is often instructed by major corporations and private equity firms in multi-jurisdiction finance transactions, and Syed Rashid bin Rahim Alsree advises on bilateral and syndicated loans, as well as Islamic financing mandates. Florence Yong is another key contact in the group.

Malaysia > Capital markets

The financial services department at Rahmat Lim & Partners is spearheaded by Wan Kai Chee, who has a wealth of experience in handling cross-border and domestic transactions, private equity, and mergers. Standout work includes activity in the renewable energy debt capital markets space, demonstrated in the firm’s involvement in the issuance of Sukuk by the project owner of a photovoltaic plant. The team has know-how in equity capital markets, investment funds, and Islamic finance, frequently acting on IPOs, real estate investment trusts, bond and note issuances, and advising on compliance concerns. Kelvin Loh is experienced in convertible and exchangeable bonds, whilst Zandra Tan and Livia Hong are notable members of the group.

Malaysia > Islamic finance

Rahmat Lim & Partners has established itself as a leader in the banking and finance and capital markets spheres, allowing it to benefit from a steady pipeline of Islamic finance engagements. Led by Wan Kai Chee, who principally focuses on fintech and investment funds, the firm has demonstrable experience in Islamic finance contracts, including financing under the principles of Ijarah, Mudharabah, and Musharakah. Acting for major regional banks including the likes of Maybank Investment and RHB, the team also counts Sukuk issuances and medium-term notes programmes within its scope of work. Kelvin Loh, Azman bin Othman Luk, and Syed Rashid bin Rahim Alsree are key members of the department.