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Capital markets: equity and debt: foreign firms

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DLA Piper advises on a wide range of capital markets transactions, including convertible bond issuances, sustainability-linked and ESG bonds, EMTN-to-GMTN programme transitions, follow-on US offerings, and complex liability management exercises across China, India, Indonesia, and Thailand. Team head Philip Lee focuses on advising issuers, sponsors, and investment banks on debt, equity, and equity-linked transactions, including high-yield, investment-grade, and regulatory capital instruments.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The DLA Piper team have been very collaborative and professional, excellent in delivering top-notch advice that balances commercial and legal issues.' 

  • ‘Philip Lee is a go-to legal advisor for any complex capital markets and financing transactions.' His deep experience combined with his strong commercial awareness has assisted us in navigating highly complex issues.' 

  • ‘Commercial, well resourced and responsive.' 

  • ‘Philip Lee is very experienced, has great personality and is able to think of innovative solutions to difficult issues. ’

  • ‘I’m highly impressed by the capital markets team at DLA Piper Singapore (DLA). Their deep expertise and nuanced understanding of capital market transactions allow them to develop tailored strategies for both us and our clients.' 

  • ‘Philip stands out for his expertise, dedication, and unique approach. He consistently provides clear, practical advice that simplifies complex issues, enabling swift, informed decisions.' 

Key clients

  • Lanvin Group Holdings Limited
  • Avation PLC
  • ZIP Co Limited
  • IIFL Finance Limited
  • PT Asia Vision Network
  • PT Bank Tabungan Negara
  • Axis Capital Limited
  • Apeiron Agrocommodities Pte. Ltd.
  • Mandiri Securities
  • Bank of Beijing
  • Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd
  • Hydoo International Holding

Work highlights

Advised Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility on its guarantee of THB1.36 billion sustainability-linked bonds issued by Precious Shipping PCL (PSL).
Advised IIFL Finance Limited on the strategic conversion of its Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programme to a Global Medium Term Note (GMTN) Programme.
Advised Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. on its USD3.5 billion convertible bond issuance.

Practice head

Philip Lee

Other key lawyers

Ong Le Jing