Testimonials

Trust is earned through integrity, upheld through commitment, and reflected in the experiences of those we serve. Discover what our clients say about their experience with Abdullah Chan & Co.

Aviation

Datin Shelina Razaly

Client Testimonial

She is proactive, willing to recommend and provide value-added advice, and willing to solve problems.

They are very responsive, prompt in action, and deliver speedily. They are willing to work beyond normal working hours, with a positive attitude to close matters engaged by the client.

Corporate and M&A

Vincent Chan Siew Onn

Client Testimonial

The partner and team from Abdullah Chan & Co are very professional, dedicated, and approachable. They are able to provide insight and propose solutions on the issues/matters arising during the transaction/corporate exercise process. They possess a high standard of legal knowledge and experience and are able to provide proposed solutions on the matters promptly.

Corporate and M&A

Practice head

Vincent Chan Siew Onn, Shelina Razaly Wahi, Gopala Krishnan Sundaram

Other key lawyers

Wong Li Yee

Client Testimonial

‘Very attentive and thorough, quick response, and resourceful. Even with a smaller team, Abdullah Chan & Co was able to deliver more comprehensively with very minimal error. The resourceful connections and past professional experience adds value, including networks with the regulators. They are also able to deliver urgent tasks satisfactorily and on time, foresee setbacks (material, tasks, negotiations as well as admin aspects) and prepare well for it.’


‘Vincent Chan showcases his vast experience very well, very knowledgeable in his field of expertise (mergers, acquisitions and banking), and is a firm negotiator. He is steadfast in his views which are based on facts and proven results. He is resourceful and willing to offer ideas for solutions to other advisers within the same project, working towards the same goal.’

Corporate and M&A

Key clients: Sime Darby Property Berhad

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘The firm punches above its weight when it comes to quality of work and attention to client's needs. From my more than 2 decades of capital markets experience, I can honestly say that the team's capabilities and competencies puts some bigger named firms to shame.’


‘Well thought out strategies and timely, practical advice sets them apart, besides putting the client's needs first. Vincent Chan and Datin Shelina are among the best lawyers I have worked with.’


‘Advice and information is provided to clients in the style of in-house counsel rather than external practitioners, meaning that it is targeted and useful. This is incredibly rare in the market, and very welcome.’


‘Datin Shelina Razaly Wahi is an exceptional lawyer. As a former GC, she understands what in-house counsel and businesses are looking for when they engage external counsel. Her advice is always pragmatic, practical and user-friendly.’

Corporate and M&A

Key clients: Sime Darby Property Berhad

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘The firm punches above its weight when it comes to quality of work and attention to client's needs. From my more than 2 decades of capital markets experience, I can honestly say that the team's capabilities and competencies puts some bigger named firms to shame.’


‘Well thought out strategies and timely, practical advice sets them apart, besides putting the client's needs first. Vincent Chan and Datin Shelina are among the best lawyers I have worked with.’


‘Advice and information is provided to clients in the style of in-house counsel rather than external practitioners, meaning that it is targeted and useful. This is incredibly rare in the market, and very welcome.’


‘Datin Shelina Razaly Wahi is an exceptional lawyer. As a former GC, she understands what in-house counsel and businesses are looking for when they engage external counsel. Her advice is always pragmatic, practical and user-friendly.’

Key clients of the firm include Permodalan Nasional Berhad.

Financial and corporate


Abdullah Chan & Co is a corporate law firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm is authorised to practise as lawyers in Malaysia including in Labuan International Business and Financial Centre. It regularly advises financial institutions and corporations on acquisition, property and asset financing.


Highlights


The firm has a strength in the financing and corporate sectors. It stands out for its expertise in the aviation and aerospace sectors. Other key experience is in the oil and gas, financial services and real estate sectors, advising both private and government clients on M&A, compliance, privatisation and inbound and outbound direct investment.


During the past research cycle, the firm continued to be active in banking and finance, project, and M&A. Recent highlight of the works includes advised seller Permodalan Nasional Berhad in $15 billion merger between the Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF) group of companies and MBSB Bank Berhad (MBSB) banking group.


Key Clients


Key clients of the firm include Permodalan Nasional Berhad.


Testimonials


Asset Finance


“Good teamwork among their staff, pro-active action and initiative to solve problems with many commitments, easily accessible anytime.”


M&A


“Partner and team from Abdullah Chan & Co are very professional, dedicated and approachable. They are able to provide insight and provide solution on the issues/matters arising during the transaction/corporate exercise process. They possess high standard of legal knowledge and experience and able to provide proposed solution on the matters promptly.”


Project Development


“Dedication of the partner in charge and quality of advice.”


Vincent Chan


“Mr Vincent possesses outstanding and high standards of knowledge and experience. He is able to solve all the issues arising from the transaction/corporate exercise process. He is dedicated, approachable and very professional.”


Datin Shelina Razaly Wahi


“Sound aviation legal knowledge, willingness to solve problems.”


Li Yee Wong


“Ms Li Yee possesses strong professional knowledge and experience. She is able to provide solutions to the issues arising from the transaction/corporate exercise process. She is dedicated, approachable and very responsive.”

Recognitions & Milestones

  • Honours & Plaques

    A distinguished collection of awards and honours reflecting our commitment to legal excellence, thought leadership, and client trust. View

Corporate and M&A

Practice head

Vincent Chan Siew Onn, Shelina Razaly Wahi, Gopala Krishnan Sundaram

Other key lawyers

Wong Li Yee

Client Testimonial

‘Very attentive and thorough, quick response, and resourceful. Even with a smaller team, Abdullah Chan & Co was able to deliver more comprehensively with very minimal error. The resourceful connections and past professional experience adds value, including networks with the regulators. They are also able to deliver urgent tasks satisfactorily and on time, foresee setbacks (material, tasks, negotiations as well as admin aspects) and prepare well for it.’


‘Vincent Chan showcases his vast experience very well, very knowledgeable in his field of expertise (mergers, acquisitions and banking), and is a firm negotiator. He is steadfast in his views which are based on facts and proven results. He is resourceful and willing to offer ideas for solutions to other advisers within the same project, working towards the same goal.’

Leadership

Our leadership combines forward-thinking insight with a steadfast commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration.