Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill’s reputation is upheld by its excellent relationship with Malaysia’s leading banks and financial institutions. The banking and finance offering is wide-ranging, from syndicated loans and club deals, asset finance and project finance to ESG-related banking advice. On the Islamic finance side, the group advises on Shariah-compliant financing principles. Tay Weng Hwee oversees the team and is well versed in debt capital market and financial restructuring mandates. Megat Hizaini Hassan is highly regarded in the Islamic finance arena and regularly handles sukuk mandates and Murabahah transactions, while Bella Chu Chai Yee focuses on cross-border business acquisitions and joint venture structuring.
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‘The firm has great appreciation of the specific requirements under Islamic banking and finance. In addition, the firm is well versed on the legal issues surrounding the work that we have contracted to them.’
‘On various occasions, the individuals are willing to accommodate urgent requests and willing to attend to matters at short notice, particularly Mr Megat Hizaini and Associate.'
‘The Islamic Finance practice team is very quick in their response and have been very helpful in helping clients to navigate legal challenges in our business operation.’
‘Megat Hizaini Hassan is very knowledgeable and has in depth understanding of Islamic finance. His expertise is very useful for clients to find solutions and alternatives.’
Key clients
- AFFIN Islamic Bank Berhad
- Direct Lending Sdn Bhd
- OSK Holdings Berhad
- Sabah Credit Corporation (SCC)
- Maybank Islamic Berhad
- Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Advised OSK Holdings Berhad in respect of the legal documentation for its Islamic term financing and Islamic revolving credit facility.
- Advised Urusharta Jamaah on the legal documentation in respect of the Islamic Securities Selling and Buying – Negotiated Transaction, entered into between the client and three agents, Maybank Investment Bank, Kenanga Investment and CGS-CIMB Securities.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Tay Weng Hwee
Other key lawyers
Megat Hizaini Hassan; Bella Chu Chai Yee