Commended for its broad sector offering across Indonesia, Clifford Chance has experience with a wide array of mandates, ranging from infrastructure investments and acquisitions to joint ventures and sharia-finance compliant transactions. Melissa Ng spearheads the practice and utilises a multidisciplinary approach in advising global investors, technology corporations and energy companies. Shaun Langhorne is noted for his capabilities in restructuring matters, and is active in deals across Indonesia, Singapore and the U.S. Gareth Deiner is often engaged in initial public offerings and international bond issuances. Matthew Buchanan is reputed for his depth of expertise in project development matters, and remains active in the shipping and renewable energy sectors.
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Testimonials
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- 'The strength of the legal skill set and service level is great across the board, from trainees to partners.'
- 'Melissa Ng have a very in-depth experience and knowledge across different industries in the Indonesian market. The level of expertise contributes a lot to her Indonesian deals, including dealing with Indonesian counsels like us and clients.'
- 'David Ho, a senior associate, resonates with many clients in Indonesian projects.'
Key clients
- APG Asset Management
- Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
- PT Harita Jayaraya
- Levanta Renewables
- Republic of Indonesia
- Avers Asia
Work highlights
Advised KKR & the OMS Group on their landmark US$292.5m debt financing with a consortium comprising HSBC, Affin Bank Berhad, Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad, BDO Capital & Investment Corporation, E-Sun Commercial Bank Ltd., and SinoPac Co. Ltd.
Acted as international counsel to APG and ADIA as shareholders of the Buyer, PT Rafflesia in their acquisition of / investment in two sections of the Trans Sumatra Toll Road from the Seller.
Advised the Republic of Indonesia on the international aspects of its landmark US$2.35 billion global sukuk.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Melissa Ng
Other key lawyers
Shaun Langhorne; Gareth Deiner; Matthew Buchanan