Allen & Gledhill LLP houses a broad team known for handling overseas merger filings and notifications, and commercial cooperation agreements on both a local and international scale. Described by clients as a ‘big picture and strategic thinker’, practice co-head Daren Shiau is noted for his deep knowledge of foreign investment control, cartel, and abuse of dominance law. Economist and practice co-lead Elsa Chen stands out for her ‘thoughtful and resilient’ approach when advising on global cartel and merger control mandates, with particular emphasis on foreign investment matters. Scott Clements utilises his longstanding experience to advise on leniency filings, with a strong focus on cross-jurisdictional M&A work. The ‘highly dedicated and dependable’ Desiree Lim is recommended for her vast experience in antitrust issues arising within the aviation, real estate, and tech sectors.

Drew & Napier LLC’s practice is well-equipped to handle the full range of work surrounding investigations, leniency applications, and complex dealings with the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS). Corinne Chew is well-known for her extensive expertise in leniency applications, merger notifications and filings, and investigations conducted by the CCCS. Lim Chong Kin leverages his longstanding experience to advise on the full spectrum of competition law issues, including transaction reviews and compliance, often advising government entities and regulators. Cavinder Bull utilises his vast knowledge to advise on both domestic and international investigations, with a strong focus on contentious work. All mentioned lawyers head the practice.

Led by Kala Anandarajah, the team at Rajah & Tann Asia is well-equipped to advise on the full range of investigations and transactional issues across the Southeast Asian region. Anandarajah is well-known for representing global corporations in major acquisitions and notifications to the CCCS, in addition to advising on CCCS investigations concerning allegations of abuse of dominance and cartels. Tanya Tang is a key figure within the team known for her specialism in regulatory work, often assisting clients with the full spectrum of matters concerning international merger reviews. Joshua Seet is well-versed in sustainability collaborations and international investigations, while Nicholas Yeo focuses on complex anti-competitive agreements.

Noted for its ‘acute industry and market-specific’ knowledge, WongPartnership LLP acts for a diverse range of clients across the real estate investment industry and the manufacturing sector. Described by clients as the ‘best all-round partner in antitrust and competition in Singapore’, Ameera Ashraf leads the team, drawing on her expertise as a member of the Competition Appeal Board to advise on the full spectrum of restrictive trade practice, abuse of dominance, and merger control issues. Clarissa Koh routinely appears before the CCCS, in addition to assisting clients with international merger and foreign investment filings, while Jia Hui Chan often advises on leniency applications.

Drawing on its international network of offices, the team at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow is adept at handling the full range of issues concerning merger filings, applications, and compliance. The group is well-equipped to handle mandates with cross-border elements, often involving overseas competition regulators. Practice co-lead Ken Chia is noted for his longstanding expertise in competition-related compliance matters, and merger control issues. Co-head Celeste Ang specialises in disputes involving investigations involving allegations of anti-competitive behaviour. Economist Lip Hang Poh is a key figure within the team.

 

Dentons Rodyk houses a broad team active across a wide range of sectors, including energy, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Practice co-head Ajinderpal Singh is well-equipped to handle investigations concerning allegations of price fixing, and merger notifications, while co-head Mohamad Rizuan Bin Pathie is active on anti-competitive agreements and merger assessments. Gerald Singham is adept at acting in CCCS investigations, and handling compliance work.

Ashurst ADTLaw routinely leverages its international network of offices to advise on merger filings and investigations concerning bid-rigging. Practice head Angie Ng is well-placed to handle the full spectrum of antitrust work across the Asia Pacific region, particularly in relation to high-profile mergers and investment transactions.