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4

Corporate and M&A: foreign firms

CMS exhibits deep sector knowledge and an ability to guide clients through transformational, often cross-border, transactions across industries such as telecoms, fintech, media, energy, and biotech. Toby Grainger leads the group, maintaining a strong track record in TMT and energy mandates, while acting on the full range of complex and high value M&A and investment transactions. The team has been strengthened by the arrival of Steven Tran from Morrison Foerster (Singapore) in January 2025.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘International firm with local expertise.’
  • ‘Babita Ambekar has great cross border experience, especially with the India/Singapore corridor.’
  • ‘What sets Gerald Licnachan and James Fisher apart from their peers are their incredible responsiveness, their solutions-based approach to issues and their flexibility on fee arrangements.'
  • ‘This firm has shown strong legal capabilities and a solid understanding of our business needs. Their advice is reliable, well-reasoned, and delivered in a timely manner.'
  • ‘The individuals we’ve worked with are professional, knowledgeable, and easy to engage with. They show genuine interest in understanding our needs and delivering quality work.'
  • ‘The practice distinguishes itself through its highly collaborative work environment and notable diversity. The team brings together both international lawyers and Singapore-qualified lawyers, providing clients with a robust combination of global perspective and deep local expertise. This unique blend ensures that the team can effectively navigate cross-border transactions and Singapore-specific legal issues with equal proficiency.'

Key clients

  • BioNTech
  • ShopBack
  • BitDefender
  • Roojai
  • Fremantle
  • Gupshup
  • Umami Bioworks
  • Ocean 14 Capital Fund
  • KrazyBee
  • Entoria Energy
  • Matahio Energy
  • Brightlight Energy

Work highlights

Advised the Singtel group on the proposed sale of its mobile wallet Dash to the Western Union group.
Advised Scarcity Partners on the acquisition of a significant minority interest in Singapore-based VC and private credit investment fund manager, January Capital.
Advised UAE-based investment firm Redwood on its acquisition of a majority stake in Indian game streaming platform Loco.
Practice head

Toby Grainger

Other key lawyers

Steven Tran; Babita Ambekar; Gerald Licnachan; James Fisher; Sam Ng

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