Asialaw Profiles
The Guide to the legal markets of the Asia-Pacific

The capital markets practice is a highlight area for Naqiz & Partners. A partner at a rival firm says: “The firm has a real presence in the area of capital markets, and its visibility is increasing as its capacity grows.” A deal highlight for the firm involved advising Boilermech Holdings on its IPO. The transaction was valued at RM100 million (US$33.5 million) with the listing taking place in May 2011. A client says of the firm: “The lawyers provide a timely and personalised service.”

“Naqiz & Partners is highly accessible, fully capable of dealing with all issues, and extremely flexible,” says a client. The firm has made waves in the market this past year, generating strong support from peers and clients for its “remarkable service”. A deal highlight was its representation of Bina Puri Holdings in its acquisition of Indonesian power plant assets and Malaysian polyol plants. This transaction is yet to close, but has been valued at RM150 million (US$50 million).

Naqiz & Partners climbs up a ranking tier this year as peers and clients unite in praise for the firm’s prowess in the IT, telecoms and media sectors. One peer says: “The partners at the firm are all very good at what they do. The firm has really made a name for itself in this particular area of practice.” Partner Eric Chin is particularly well loved by clients, with one saying: “He is meticulous and always a step ahead. He’s able to find multiple angles and multiples approaches to our problems.” The firm advised in the establishment of the ASEAN Basketball League, and its related television and sponsorship rights.