Wong & Partners is well acquainted with representing large corporations and banks through high-value financial restructuring projects, as well as significant acquisition financing mandates. The team also has an established practice in Islamic finance, seeing it advise both Islamic and conventional banks on Shariah-compliant financing matters. Mark Lim spearheads the group and is regularly instructed by institutional lenders to advise on acquisition financing, project financing and syndicated financing deals. Elaine Foo is particularly skilled in fund-raising transactions, including bilateral and syndicated loans, in both conventual and Islamic finance. Licia Tan is the go-to for financial institutions lending to corporate borrowers. Esther Chik departed from the firm in 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'Wong & Partners is a well-known practice in Malaysia with a team of very dedicated counsel. Over the years, their level of professionalism have been exemplary, and they are very responsive to client's requests despite often tight deadlines.'
- 'Mark Lim: Professional, sharp and decisive. Licia Tan: Patient, sharp and meticulous.'
Key clients
- Public Investment Bank Berhad
Work highlights
Representing and advising a syndicate of onshore and offshore financial institutions groups in relation to the debt restructuring scheme of Sapura Energy Berhad.
Representing Public Investment Bank Berhad as the principal adviser and lead arranger in connection with the medium term notes programme for the issuance of the medium term notes.
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Practice head
Mark Lim
Other key lawyers
Esther Chik; Elaine Foo; Licia Tan