Singapore

Full-service law firm Withers KhattarWong is the product of a 2015 formal law alliance between Withers and KhattarWong. The firm boasts an international presence through its affiliation with Withers worldwide.  

The firm is best recognised for restructuring and insolvency work. It acts for a wide spectrum of creditors, debtors and third parties in restructuring or distressed transactions.  

Highlights  

The banking team was active for a mix of lenders and borrowers on domestic and cross-border financing and lending work. The corporate team was busy with both buy-side and sell- side roles in industries including technology and telecommunications and alcoholic beverage. The firm was also active in fundraising rounds and the establishment of standalone variable capital company (VCC). In restructuring and insolvency, the firm took on a host of roles for debtors, creditors and liquidators.  

Key clients  

Orion Credit, CIMB, Artotel International, Crusade Partners SEA, JustPerform, Altara Ventures, DBS, Incubate Fund Management, West Basin Capital Management, and Jinhui Shipping and Transportation. 

Testimonials  

Banking and finance  

“The team is very thorough when it comes to ensuring that we have the most comprehensive yet commercially viable/reasonable protections. They were able to navigate the challenges posed by the borrower to make the deal feasible.”  

Restructuring and Insolvency  

“Technically sound and strong team.”  

“Withers is a reputable firm with global offices which enable them to assist on cross-border matters.”  

Guan Feng Chen  

"Ability to secure the best protections. Commercially minded."  

Zhen Yu Lam  

“Sound advice, technically strong and quick turnaround.”  

Justin Yip  

"He provided commercially sound solutions and legal advice that was easily understood."