At Abdullah Chan & Co, the corporate and M&A team is instructed by government-linked funds, asset management companies, and insurance corporations. The group demonstrates niche expertise in aviation and aerospace-related M&A mandates, and is collectively led by industry veteran Vincent Chan Siew Onn, who advises financial institutions on foreign direct investments in the oil and gas space; Shelina Razaly Wahi, who focuses on acquisitions, financing and leasing; Yap Hui Lu, a key contact for real estate finance; and Gopala Krishnan Sundaram, who concentrates on corporate and regulatory matters. Wong Li Yee is a notable member of the team.
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‘Very attentive and thorough, quick response, and resourceful. Even with a smaller team, Abdullah Chan & Co was able to deliver more comprehensively with very minimal error. The resourceful connections and past professional experience adds value, including networks with the regulators. They are also able to deliver urgent tasks satisfactorily and on time, foresee setbacks (material, tasks, negotiations as well as admin aspects) and prepare well for it.’
‘Vincent Chan showcases his vast experience very well, very knowledgeable in his field of expertise (mergers, acquisitions and banking), and is a firm negotiator. He is steadfast in his views which are based on facts and proven results. He is resourceful and willing to offer ideas for solutions to other advisers within the same project, working towards the same goal.’
Key clients
- Permodalan Nasional Berhad
Lawyers
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Practice head
Vincent Chan Siew Onn; Shelina Razaly Wahi; Yap Hui Lu; Gopala Krishnan Sundaram
Other key lawyers
Wong Li Yee