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Singapore > Investment funds: foreign firms Tier 2
Akin has one of the most established investment funds teams in the Singapore market. Prominent figure Olivia Chung has driven the team forward, garnering recognition for its representation of some of the largest private equity sponsors in India. It is also noted for advising large institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds, in Asia Pacific and the Middle East. It has worked at the forefront of the secondaries market for years. The Singapore team works closely with colleagues in Hong Kong, Middle East, London and the US.Practice head(s):
Olivia Chung; John Holton; Robert Griffin; Prakash Mehta
Other key lawyers:
David Tai
Testimonials
‘Stand-outs are: Responsive, partner led, ability to source required specialists from the Akin network to provide a truly one stop service.’
‘Olivia Chung is the key relationship partner on funds and a first stop. David Tai has worked on numerous matters along with Olivia Chung and is a good addition. They stand out, being on top of the deals and all details, joining the dots on deals, taking time to understand what is important to us in the deal and driving deals forward.’
‘The Akin investment funds practice is an all-round practice that is efficient, cost-efficient and understands the client’s business. The team is able to put together legal engagements that work from the client’s perspective, taking into account the commercial requirements of a transaction whilst also bearing in mind the need to maintain cost efficiency in a transparent and meaningful manner.’
‘Olivia Chung is a versatile investment funds lawyer who has a good reputation amongst the investment funds community in Singapore. Olivia is adapted at advising both the liquid investment strategies and the illiquid investment strategies, including working on secondary transactions and other commercial seeding arrangements.’
Work highlights
- Advised a leading Indian mid-market private equity firm in setting up a continuation fund to acquire three assets from one of its existing funds that is coming to the end of its term.
- Advised a leading private equity and real estate manager focused on India and Southeast Asia in the fundraising of its fourth private equity fund.
- Advised a leading global alternative asset manager in connection with a joint venture in Korea to provide a wide range of private credit solutions.
Singapore > Energy: foreign firms Tier 3
Akin is a major global player in the energy sector and sports an extensive client base and an impressive track record in energy transactions and projects, including oil and gas, LNG, conventional power, renewables and energy transition matters. Practice head Paul Greening is particularly rated for his knowledge of the LNG market. Jooyoung Song joined as counsel in October 2022, bringing additional energy and project finance experience to the team, along with further connections to Korean export credit agencies and other Korean clients.Practice head(s):
Paul Greening
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Paul Greening continues to play a prominent role in Singapore’s energy market and is well regarded by clients and peers alike. Paul displays a strong working knowledge across all aspects of the energy value chain with a particular focus on the LNG market.’
‘The team has deep background in the energy sector. They have lived the matters they are advising on and can provide deep insights based on real world eperience. Further, their network means that additional advice and validation can be sought quickly and efficiently. The team are also great supporters of industry associations. Similarly, the team support advocacy of our industry and engage with media and other professional outlets to provide opinion and informed debate.’
‘Paul Greening is the lead partner and offers excellent and reliable service. I am aware of his pro bono work that he conducts and his support of charity work in Singapore. Paul takes a holistic view of our industry and segment.’
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Key clients
Panthera Thailand Pte Ltd
Energy Capital Vietnam
ENEOS Corporation
Blackpeak Group
GAIL Group Companies (including GAIL Singapore)
Tellurian Investments Inc.
Vitol Inc.
Barrick Gold
NextEnergy
Watar Partners
Argentem Creek Partners LP
Work highlights
- Advised on more than 23 master sale and purchase agreements (and related confirms executing LNG trades) for GAIL Global Singapore, the LNG trading arm of GAIL India.
- Advised Panthera Thailand on the successful negotiation of joint arrangements with Valeura Energy to establish Panthera Resources, a Singapore-domiciled SPV that will undertake upstream E&P investment across South East Asia.
- Represented Argentem Creek Partners in connection with bonds issued by G3 Exploration (in liquidation), including ongoing advice in relation to the interpretation of the project’s production sharing contracts and other related upstream agreements.
Singapore > Projects: foreign firms Tier 4
The Singapore projects team at Akin is active in a number of cross-border M&A deals, financings, and divestments. The group is strong in the energy sector, with equal expertise in oil and gas and renewable energy work. The firm is also noted for representing mining and infrastructure sector entities. Paul Greening heads the practice and has established strength in handling LNG mandates. Associate Jooyoung Song acts on on energy project financing matters.Practice head(s):
Paul Greening
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team’s advice is practical. They are also not afraid to offer an opinion on alternate ways of addressing an issue.’
‘The individuals are exceptionally available. The response time is excellent.’
‘Paul Greening offers an excellent and reliable service.’
‘Paul takes a holistic view of our industry.’
Key clients
Panthera Thailand Pte Ltd
Energy Capital Vietnam
ENEOS Corporation
Blackpeak Group
GAIL Group Companies (including GAIL Singapore)
Tellurian Investments Inc.
Vitol Inc.
Barrick Gold
NextEnergy
Watar Partners
Argentem Creek Partners LP
Work highlights
- Advised GAIL Global Singapore on over 20 master sale and purchase agreements concerning LNG trading.
- Advised Panthera Thailand Pte Ltd on the successful negotiation of joint arrangements with Valeura Energy to establish Panthera Resources, a Singapore-domiciled SPV for the purpose of upstream E&P investment across South East Asia.
- Represented Argentem Creek Partners in a bond restructuring matter, involving ongoing advice concerning the interpretation of a project’s production sharing contracts and other related upstream agreements.
Akin > Firm Profile
The firm: Akin is a global law firm with more than 900 lawyers and advisors who pride themselves on dedication to their clients and their communities. With 17 offices worldwide, the firm is renowned for numerous market-leading practices; its strengths in complex transactions and restructurings, high-stakes litigation, and public policy and regulatory matters; and its unyielding pro bono commitment.
Akin partners with clients from both established industries and cutting-edge markets to deliver creative solutions to business-critical issues, helping them seize opportunities and anticipate challenges. Driven by the firm’s forward-thinking leadership, Akin has built a strong culture of innovation and collaboration as well as a talented and diverse workforce committed to the success of its clients and each other.
The firm is intentional about fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where all employees are supported and given the tools to succeed. Akin is focused on recruiting and nurturing the next generation of exceptional legal talent and is proud that its recruitment and professional development efforts are recognised as among the best in the industry.
Principal areas of work
Services:
- Antitrust/competition
- Corporate and finance
- Disputes and investigations
- Financial restructuring
- Intellectual property
- International trade
- Investment management
- Labor and employment
- Lobbying and public policy
- Pro bono
- Regulatory
- Tax
International: With more than a third of its offices outside the United States, Akin has a truly global reach. The firm’s strategy is focused on growing practices that complement core strengths of the firm, which has resulted in the growth of fully integrated offices advising clients at the top of the market. Akin lawyers are qualified in numerous jurisdictions around the world and maintain strong relationships with leading local law firms.
The firm has offices in Abu Dhabi, Boston, Dallas, Dubai, Fort Worth, Geneva, Hong Kong, Houston, Irvine, London, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Francisco, Singapore and Washington, DC.
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld is the practising name of Akin Gump LLP. Akin Gump LLP is a New York limited liability partnership and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 267321
Additional information
www.akingump.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/akin-gump-strauss-hauer-&-feld-llp/
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Singapore Partner in Charge | Olivia Chung | ||
| Asia | |||
| Corporate | |||
| Cross-border transactions | |||
| Debt and equity finance | |||
| Energy and natural resources | |||
| Hedge funds | |||
| Investment management | |||
| Mergers and acquisitions | |||
| Private equity funds | |||
| Project acquisition and disposition | |||
| Renewable energy | |||
| Shipping and offshore services | |||
| Power | |||
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Lawyer Profiles
| Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Olivia Chung | View Profile | |
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Mr Jooyoung Song | View Profile |