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Restructuring and insolvency: local firms

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Allen & Gledhill LLP

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Drawing considerable praise from clients who turn to the team for its ‘strong technical knowledge’ and ’business acumen’, Allen & Gledhill LLP continues to lead in the region’s most prominent restructuring and insolvency cases. The firm stands out for its expertise in handling a diverse spectrum of mandates, serving both creditors and lenders with exceptional skill in both domestic and cross-border scenarios. Practice head Chong Yee Leong, a seasoned lawyer, boasts an impressive track record in international arbitration, insolvencies, and regulatory matters. She is supported by deputy head Edward Tiong, who  handles restructuring matters and commercial disputes. Andrew Chan is praised as ‘excellent at what he does and is among the best insolvency practitioners in Singapore’.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Andrew Chan is excellent at what he does and is among the best insolvency practitioners in Singapore. He is able to handle complex and sophisticated matters, confident in arguing his case in front of the judges and has an established team of insolvency practitioners to support him.’

  • ‘Strong technical knowledge, a large team and impressive business acumen.'

  • 'Jo Tay is a standout partner. She is extremely competent and has a strong attention to detail. Jo is quick to respond and reliable which are crucial qualities given the unpredictable nature of insolvency engagements.'

  • ‘A strong team with a depth of experience and knowledge.'

  • ‘Edward Tiong is very easy to work with, having an incredible work ethic. Always available and always helpful.’

  • 'Jo Tay stands out for being a personable and confident leader.'

Work highlights

  • Advising multiple major bank and non-bank creditors in relation to the judicial management of Hin Leong Trading Pte Ltd, Ocean Tankers (Pte.) Ltd and Xihe Holdings Pte Ltd, and the subsequent liquidation of HLT and OT.
  • Assisting The Genesis Group in its filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York for a restructuring of its liabilities owed to over 100,000 creditors.
  • Advising the Liquidators on matters including investigations into the affairs and dealings of Fusionex SG, potentially actionable claims against the previous Management and other potential legal actions that can be taken under the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Chong Yee Leong, Edward Tiong

Other key lawyers

Andrew Chan, Jo Tay