Latham & Watkins LLP maintains a balanced issuer and underwriter practice, providing comprehensive advice to corporates, placement agents, and initial purchasers across the full spectrum of debt and equity offerings. The firm is widely regarded as the go-to counsel for IPOs across the region, with standout experience in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, India, and Vietnam. Sharon Lau, who heads the practice, is highly experienced in advising on both domestic and US listings. Rajiv Gupta has significant experience handling bond offerings. Stacey Wong‘s expertise spans the full spectrum of equity and bond deals, including IPOs, de-SPACs, and high-yield and investment-grade bonds. Jeremy Wang advises issuers and underwriters on the full gamut of securities offerings.
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Key clients

  • Temasek Holdings
  • Singapore Power
  • Hyundai Motor Company
  • Ola Electric
  • Swiggy
  • Black Spade Acquisition II
  • Melco Resorts and Entertainment Limited
  • Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power
  • Vingroup Joint Stock Company Limited
  • Mahamurni Plantations Sdn Bhd
  • Eco-Shop
  • Indus Concessions India Private Limited

Work highlights

Advised Johor Plantations Group Berhad (JPG) on its RM735 million IPO on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.
Advised the lead managers on the offering of US$800 million 6.67% senior secured notes due 2029 by Biocon Biologics Global plc.
Advised Hyundai Motor India Ltd. on its US$3.3 billion initial public offering on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Sharon Lau

Other key lawyers

Rajiv Gupta; Stacey Wong; Timothy Hia; Jeremy Wang