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Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) Offices
LEVEL 19, MENARA MILENIUM
PUSAT BANDAR DAMANSARA
50490 KUALA LUMPUR
Malaysia
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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.Practice head(s):
Lilian Liew; Chin Sook Kwan
Testimonials
‘Lilian Liew is a go-to lawyer for debt capital markets work.’
‘Led by seasoned and experienced practitioners, the firm has a good allocation of resources to execute transactions.’
‘Lilian Liew and Chin Sook Kwan are seasoned and experienced practitioners and are actively involved in transactions.’
‘The firm is our go-to choice for debt capital markets work in Malaysia.’
‘Chin Sook Kwan has a good understanding of clients’ history and positions.’
‘Go-to firm for Malaysia DCM.’
‘The team is solution driven and has good business acumen when addressing legal issues in the transaction.’
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.Practice head(s):
Gilbert Gan; Joan Ting Pang Chung; Tan Wooi Hong; Nadarashnaraj Sargunaraj; Stephanie Choong; Muhammad Zukhairi Muhammed Salehudin; Mohammad Iliyas Bin Razali
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.Practice head(s):
Amin Abdul Majid
Other key lawyers:
Hua Sia Yen; Khoo Yu Lin; Caera Lee Huan Yin
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.Practice head(s):
Nadarashnaraj Sargunaraj
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Key clients
Telekom Malaysia Berhad
Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) > Firm Profile
Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is a leading law firm and one of the largest in Malaysia. Since its establishment in 1987, it has earned a reputation for its commitment to providing high quality services to its clients and its ability to devise innovative and workable solutions to satisfy client needs. The firm’s reputation is widely recognized and acknowledged by consistent top rankings in established regional and international legal publications and numerous awards received over the years.
Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law)’s track record features engagements by local and multinational banks and corporations in complex corporate transactions, debt and equity fund raising exercises, major infrastructure and projects work as well as law reform initiatives with regulators. The firm also has practices focused on assisting clients in the implementation of their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
Now, as part of the KPMG Global Legal Services, Zaid Ibrahim & Co will have access to around 3,200 professionals in 84 jurisdictions, offering legal services and solutions, a globally connected legal services platform, and specialists who can work with leading technology providers to modernize legal functions across organizations. KPMG Law and Global Legal Services have one of the most extensive legal footprints in Asia Pacific.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Gilbert Gan | gilbertgan@ziclegal.com | +603 20879880 |
Consultant | Tan Sri Dr Nik Norzrul Thani | niknorzrulthani@ziclegal.com | +603 20879887 |
Lawyer Profiles
Staff Figures
Partners : 47 Lawyers : 68Languages
English Chinese Malay (Bahasa Malaysia)- Capital markets
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Banking and finance
- Corporate and M&A
- Projects and energy