Wong & Partners

Wong & Partners is recognised for its excellent service in banking and finance by peers and clients alike. Mark Lim represented Sime Darby on its first non-bank perpetual wakala sukuk of up to RM3 billion. Lim and Esther Chik also advised a leading international bank on a revolving loan facility.

Wong & Partners is a member firm of Baker & McKenzie International, connecting it to more than 500 finance lawyers around the world. The firm is recognised for undertaking IPO and debt programmes. Munir Abdul Aziz and Chen Yih Pong advised Axcelasia on its SG$12 million ($8.9 million) IPO on the Catalist board of the Singapore Exchange.

Wong & Partners has had a strong showing in the real estate market over the past year, advising clients on different real estate investment matters. “It gives outstanding support at all levels,” says one client. The firm is particularly strong in complex cross-border real estate transactions. Hsian Siong Yong advised Mulia International on its RM665 million purchase of land for the development of the Signature Tower and completed the transaction within two weeks.

Wong & Partners has a highly regarded M&A practice. One client says: “The firm provides sound business orientated advice and good delivery. It keeps to timelines.” Andre Gan advised Metrod Holdings on its RM467 million acquisition of the Leela Goa hotel. The deal was one of the largest asset acquisitions in India’s hospitality sector in 2015.

Mark Lim heads the banking, finance and major projects practice team of Wong & Partners. Lim specialises in conventional banking and finance, Islamic finance, and local and cross-border capital markets transactions. This year the team advised numerous multinational banks on financing multi-billion dollar facilities. Their active involvement in these cases demonstrates their cross-border support capabilities.

Wong & Partners is a leading full-service IP firm in Malaysia and has strong relationships with international and local clients, including Measat Broadcast Network Systems, Genting, Malaysia Airlines, CIMB and Telekom Malaysia. Kherk Ying Chew represented Juris Technologies in a $2 million action against ex-employees for copyright infringement and misuse of confidential information.

Wong & Partners is known for its excellent work in both transactional and advisory matters, and is in demand with many leading international technology companies. Kherk Ying Chew heads the IP and dispute resolution practice groups and has extensive experience in advising on IP, information technology, commercial litigation and internet regulatory matters.

Wong & Partners is highly regarded for its experience in handling global employment restructurings. Wei Kwang Woo advised a textile processing company on its retrenchment of about 300 employees. Woo also advised an air conditioner company on employment litigation.

Wong & Partners is known for its capability in covering all aspects of the infrastructure and energy sectors and advising on cross-border projects. Mark Lim is actively involved in many major infrastructure projects, including LED chip plants and solar farms.

Wong & Partners has a large team to cover the entire range of tax law related matters in Malaysia. Adeline Wong and Yvonne Beh are sought after for their advice on goods and services tax implementation, tax planning and stamp duty disputes.