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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP Offices
10 COLLYER QUAY
#27-00 OCEAN FINANCIAL CENTRE
SINGAPORE 049315
Singapore
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Singapore > Restructuring and insolvency: local firms Tier 2
Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC’s team is proficient in corporate debt restructurings, alongside other contentious mandates, with additional expertise in special situations matters, ranging from rescue financings, workouts and distressed transactions to white knight situations. The team primarily represents creditors in court proceedings, including secured and unsecured creditors, subordinated creditors, equity sponsors, executory contract counter-parties and official creditors’ committees. The practice's expertise in the aviation and shipping sectors was further bolstered by the arrival of James Bradley from K&L Gates Straits Law LLC in October 2022. Corporate finance partner Bernard Lui and Wendy Tan jointly lead the team.Practice head(s):
Bernard Lui; Wendy Tan
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Malaysian Airlines Berhad
Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance
PetroChina International (Singapore)
Avation plc
Avenue Capital
Yongnam Holdings Limited
Eight Devonshire Capital Management Pte Ltd
COSCO group of companies – Sinfeng Marine Services Pte. Ltd. and Cosco Petroleum Pte Ltd
Charisma Energy Services Limited
Hiap Seng Engineering Ltd
Vallianz Holdings Limited
No Signboard Holdings Limited, NSB Restaurants Pte Ltd, and NSB Hotpot Pte Ltd
Work highlights
- Acting for the Zipmex Group in recovery proceedings of its debt owed by the Babel Finance Group in its ongoing restructuring efforts.
- Advising the No Signboard Group on its group restructuring in Singapore.
- Advising PetroChina on various issues arising out of the high-profile collapse of Hin Leong Trading (Hin Leong) and its shipping arm OTPL, which operates a fleet of FSU and tankers, as well as its ship-owning arm, the Xihe Holdings and Xihe Capital group of companies.
Singapore > Asset finance: foreign firms Tier 3
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has significantly enhanced its asset finance offering following the hire of K&L Gates Straits Law LLC‘s aviation team. The practice is led by James Bradley, who oversees aircraft and engine transactions and lease work, as well as high-value reorganisations and debt restructuring. As the aviation sector looks to improve its sustainability, the firm also increasingly provides advice on ESG and SAF matters. Of counsel Terry Chang, recommended for cross-border financings and transactions, and associate director Ivan Qiu, noted for his expertise covering the JOL/JOLCO mandates, are other key contacts.Practice head(s):
James Bradley
Other key lawyers:
Wai Ming Yap; Terry Chang; Ivan Qiu; Irina Sia
Testimonials
‘Strong knowledge of the sector, good client focus and care.’
‘James Bradley and team are good to work with. Terry Chang is worthy of mention – puts in the hard yards.’
Key clients
Malaysia Airlines Berhad
Nok Airways
Avation PLC
MUFG
Avenue Capital
KDAC Aircraft Holding
Fly Firefly
Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance
Beautech
Skymark Airlines Inc.
Work highlights
- Successfully acted for Malaysia Airlines in a four-prong transaction.
- Advised Avation plc (AVAP) on the leasing of aircraft to Air Tahiti.
- Advised Skymark Airlines on its purchase of six 737MAX aircraft with various additional option aircraft.
Singapore > Capital markets: equity and debt: local firms Tier 3
Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC handles a broad range of capital markets transactions under Singapore law, with notable expertise in the equity arena, as demonstrated by its track record advising on multiple IPOs on the main board of the SGX. The team also advises on matters concerning Rule 144A offerings, US-style high-yield bonds and Regulation S offerings, in addition to Hong Kong and Singapore dual listings. Bernard Lui, who has experience in IPOs, placements and compliance mandates, jointly leads the team alongside Joo Khin Ng, whose practice covers a range of equity and debt capital-raising transactions. Associate director Chrystle Kuek is another key contact in the group.Practice head(s):
Bernard Lui; Joo Khin Ng
Other key lawyers:
Chrystle Kuek; Mei Sum Chan
Key clients
Addvalue Technologies Ltd.
ImmunoScape Pte. Ltd.
Grand Venture Technology Limited
Charisma Energy Services Limited
Oiltek International Limited
Alpha DX Group Limited (fka Alpha Energy Holdings Ltd.)
Citicode Ltd.
LHN Logistics Limited
Totm Technologies Limited
Hiap Seng Engineering Limited
Singapore > Corporate and M&A: local firms Tier 3
The ‘proactive’ team at Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC advises on purchases and divestitures by public and private companies, tender offers, restructurings, joint ventures, spin-offs, leverage buyouts and public-to-private transactions. Key clients range from sellers, buyers, and investors to investment and commercial banks, private equity and venture capital funds, and institutional lenders, among others. Practice leader Bernard Lui ‘provides professional, creative and practical advice’ on M&A, IPOs and corporate finance transactions, while Wai Ming Yap handles cross-border deals, with a focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Other key contacts in the group include Joo Khin Ng and George Cyriac, who joined from Stephenson Harwood LLP in June 2023.Practice head(s):
Bernard Lui
Other key lawyers:
Joo Khin Ng; Wai Ming Yap; Vanessa Ng; Chrystle Kuek; George Cyriac
Testimonials
‘The team is knowledgeable and members are proactive.’
‘Bernard Lui is knowledgeable and thinks outside the box. He provides professional, creative and practical advice.’
‘Chrystle Keuk is knowledgeable, proactive and very prompt in responding to clients. She adheres to project timelines and will put in extra efforts to complete the projects.’
Key clients
APAC Realty Limited
Totm Technologies Limited
GSS Energy Limited
Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Limited
Imperium Crown Limited
AmerisourceBergen Corporation
Beverly JCG Ltd.
Charisma Energy Services Limited
Hiap Seng Engineering Limited
TEE International Limited
Yongnam Holdings Limited
Grand Venture Technology Limited
Work highlights
- Advised AmerisourceBergen in connection with its US$1.29 billion all-cash acquisition of PharmaLex from funds advised by AUCTUS Capital Partners AG.
Singapore > Dispute resolution: local firms Tier 3
Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC has a relatively small but impressive dispute resolution practice that has wide-ranging expertise in a variety of disputes, including those in the finance, energy, mining and resources, projects and infrastructure sectors. The team has a notable list of domestic and Asia Pacific corporate clients. Wendy Tan is a versatile practitioner with a solid record in shipping, trade and commodities, energy, insurance and logistics. The highly rated Pardeep Khosa joined the firm in October 2022 from Davinder Singh Chambers, providing further expertise in commercial and civil litigation, international arbitration and corporate crime. Former department head Daniel Chia has joined Prolegis LLC.Practice head(s):
Wendy Tan; Pardeep Khosa
Other key lawyers:
Joel Leow
Testimonials
‘Pardeep Khosa leads his practice. He is very strategic and thoughtful in analysing the case details and makes sound recommendations to his clients. The unique quality is that Pardeep is able to exploit the missteps and weakness of his opponents. I noticed Pardeep’s team are very methodical, grounded and ethical. I believe his management style bring out the best of his team to create very high quality products for his clients. I noticed he has great insight on both legal and commercial aspects of the engagement and he is able to break down the implications and practical actions for his clients.’
‘Aside from the quality I mentioned about Pardeep Khosa, he is also very thoughtful and empathetic about his clients’ situations. He is honest, practical and provides logical advice, as any good lawyer would do. However, what sets Pardeep apart is that he is also very cognisant about engagement economics and looking out for his client’s interest and financial situation to make a workable solution. I also worked with Joel Leow. He is very methodical, ethical, with great client management skills and well manner. He is able to empathise with his client’s situation while maintaining the professional deliverables with high quality. He communicates succinctly with practical details and an easy-to-understand style that the client can move forward to the next steps with confidence.’
‘While the firm has great brand name, it is the professionals that stand out. Their responsiveness, professionalism, competency, and creativeness in coming up with solutions stand them in good stead.’
‘Pardeep Khosa exemplifies all the good qualities you would expect from being a good litigator. His energy combined with calmness in coming up with actionable solutions is commendable. He takes charge and communicates effectively and in a timely manner.’
Key clients
PetroChina International (Singapore)
COSCO Group of companies – Sinfeng Marine Services and Cosco Petroleum Pte Ltd
Oei Hong Leong
Oil Brokerage International
Mann & Noble Retail Brands Pte Ltd
Phileo Capital Ltd
OTC Asia Commodities
China Merchant Energy Trading
Mero Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Union Power Limited
Singapore > Labour and employment: local firms Tier 3
Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC draws employment expertise from its dispute resolution and transactional teams. Led by Wendy Tan, the firm continues to advise large regional and international clients on large cases, including disputes over incentive bonuses and wrongful dismissal claims; Tan also regularly advises clients on employment contracts for senior executives and on the exits of senior executives. Transactional partner Wai Ming Yap frequently advises clients on employee share option schemes and other incentive matters.Practice head(s):
Wendy Tan; Wai Ming Yap
Testimonials
‘The reactiveness, being very knowledgeable and the ability to bring the right capability for any topics.’
‘The reactiveness, competence and pragmatism of Wai Ming Yap.’
‘I work with Wendy Tan. She is very responsive and very helpful even where stretched with her own workload.’
Singapore > Shipping: local firms Tier 3
The shipping team at Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC is active throughout the region, and represents numerous shipowners, traders, insurers and logistics companies, among others. While the team has broad capabilities in transaction work, the Singapore practice is especially notable for its prowess in disputes and arbitration. Whether these surround international trade, commodities, offshore, or at-sea collisions, the team is well-versed to assist in such shipping matters, both wet and dry. Team lead Wendy Tan is noted as 'diligent and hands-on.'Practice head(s):
Wendy Tan
Testimonials
‘Their advice is always grounded and practical, and they have strong commercial consideration.’
‘Wendy Tan has a good understanding of the market and the different contractual relationships.’
‘Able to know the bunker and oil trade practice. They appreciate the legal aspects and are also able to manage commercial needs.’
‘Wendy Tan has rich experience in dealing with Chinese clients and is fluent in Chinese. She is very diligent and hands-on.’
Key clients
PetroChina International (Singapore)
Chimbusco International Petroleum (Singapore) Pte Ltd
COSCO Group – Cosco Petroleum Pte Ltd and Sinfeng Marine Services Pte Ltd
Prime Star Transportation group of companies
Coastal Energy Solutions Pte Ltd
Clean Marine AS
Integr8 Fuels Europe Ltd
Starryway Trading and Shipping Company Limited
PT OKI Pulp & Paper Mills
AIG Insurance Asia Pacific
Work highlights
Singapore > International arbitration Tier 4
The practice at Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC is ‘dedicated, very smart, and provides good advice’ for its clients, routinely acting on high-value and complex disputes, including bet-the company arbitrations. Fraud-related arbitrations are another strength of the practice, which is highly reputed for its focus on international trade and maritime law. Wendy Tan is ‘sharp and fast’ and sits as head of the team. Tan regularly leads on many of the mandates undertaken by the practice. Pardeep Khosa is noted, having joined the firm from Davinder Singh Chambers in October 2022 with a client roster consisting of governments, listed companies, and high net-worth individuals.Practice head(s):
Wendy Tan; Pardeep Khosa
Testimonials
‘The team is dedicated, very smart, and provides good advice.’
‘Very versatile area of law, respectful to clients and always updating clients so that they are not kept in the dark.’
‘Wendy Tan and her team comprising of Kelley Wong and Terry Xu had been exceptional in an international arbitration matter. Ms Wendy Tan has the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely. She was always mindful to be respectful to clients and let them finish before explaining the legal consequences or legal strategy. Her team did an excellent job in drafting the pleadings.’
‘Good at understanding clients’ need, able to deliver quality work product’
‘Wendy Tan has good planning of strategy and explained matters well in front of arbitration tribunals and judges. She is sharp and fast.’
‘The team of Morgan lewis is so professional and technical in international business arbitration. They are enforcing on the analysis of the case and communicating with client. ’
‘The solicitors of the Morgan obtain the rich arbitration practice and solid international business knowledge and they have strong study ability in the field of crude oil pricing mechanism and heading.’
Key clients
PetroChina International (Singapore)
Thaumas Marine Ltd
China Merchants Energy Trading
Chimbusco International Petroleum (Singapore) Pte Ltd
COSCO Group – Cosco Petroleum Pte Ltd and Sinfeng Marine Services Pte Ltd
Coastal Energy Solutions Pte Ltd
Clean Marine AS
Starryway Trading and Shipping Company Limited