Clifford Chance

Noted for its expertise in the energy and infrastructure, financial services, consumer goods, life sciences, telecoms and technology sectors, Clifford Chance is well-placed to advise on Singapore, English and New York law, and maintains a track record in big-ticket M&A and private equity transactions. Managing partner Valerie Kong advises on cross-border deals in the consumer goods and retail industries, while Melissa Ng acts for multinational companies, regional conglomerates and financial sponsors in M&A, joint ventures and divestments. Kong and Ng jointly lead the team alongside Tom Lin, who stands out for his experience in handling private equity secondaries transactions. Other key contacts in the group include Jamie McLaren, who joined from Herbert Smith Freehills LLP in February 2024, and Ivan Chan.