Taking a ‘client-centric’ approach, Ashurst ADTLaw is a go-to adviser for internationally recognised sovereign wealth funds, state-owned entities, strategic investors, and private equity funds, on high-profile, cross-border M&A transactions across sectors such as FMCG, healthcare, logistics, and the digital economy, with recent expansion into the energy, real estate and private equity space. The group is jointly spearheaded by Tao Koon Chiam, a seasoned corporate transactions specialist who boasts particular expertise in M&A, private equity, venture capital and corporate restructurings, alongside Michelle Phang, who leverages her dual-qualification in English and Singaporean law in complex M&A transactions.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team was able to apply their vast knowledge and experience across sectors and geographies to convey unique perspectives that help facilitate negotiations with the counterparty with the goal of getting the deal done. They work collaboratively with each other and the client to understand the client's objectives and are mindful in their commercial viewpoints.'
- 'Ashurst team is very much client-centric. Ashurst is special in their ability to manage projects professionally and efficiently. The firm possesses lawyers with strong business acumen and experience in managing cross-border transactions, which require efficient collaboration among firms from different jurisdictions.'
- 'We have worked mainly with Mr. Tao Koon Chiam, Mr. Xiaozheng Ko, Ms. Yi Ming Choo, and Ms. Cheryl Chui. These individuals show exceptional lawyerly skills and leadership.'
- 'The partners servicing us work cohesively across different disciplines (M&A, competition, sanctions etc) to present well-packaged advice and a sense of reassurance that the advice is tailored to needs and not just recycled.'
- 'Michelle Phang is a highly responsive partner, straight to the point and practical-minded. Angie Ng has a broad range of experience and very competitive.'
- 'The team is exceptional when it comes to understanding sensitivities of its clients and comes across as very commercially astute, which goes a long way in terms of risk management and investment monitoring. The team provides valuable insights as to what we should focus on, thus streamlining the transaction process.'
Key clients
- GIC
- Google LLC
- Grab
- Alberta Investment Management
- SeaTown Private Capital Master Fund
- AC Energy
- SC Capital Partners
- OpenSpace Ventures
- Primemovers Equity
- Navegar
- Intermediate Capital Group
- HMI Group
Work highlights
Advised multiple parties in the blockbuster sale by Mr Lim Chap Huat and Blackstone of a S$1.6 billion portfolio of industrial assets held by SB REIT.
Advised Alberta Investment Management Corporation on its co-investment into Cyan Renewables.
Advised Kamal Al-Mana and Abdulrahman Alireza in their acquisition of HanGook McDonald's Co., Ltd.
Lawyers
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.
Kok Jin Ong
Practice head
Tao Koon Chiam; Michelle Phang
Other key lawyers
Xiaozheng Ko; Yi Ming Choo; Cheryl Chui; Angie Ng; Kok Jin Ong