Since 2018, LPA Singapore is a key element of the international coverage of LPA Law network, which has offices in France, Germany, Africa, the Middle East (UAE) and Asia. LPA Singapore is strategically positioned to advise clients in Singapore and those conducting business throughout the region, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines and elsewhere in southeast Asia.  

The firm’s Singapore office is focused on M&A, private equity, restructuring and various modes of financing, with strong expertise in the technology, financial services, energy, commodities and natural resources sectors. The type of transactions the firm is involved in ranges from venture capital transactions to cross-border M&A, primarily in the non-listed sector.   

Highlights 

During the research period, the M&A team was active in advising private acquisition, asset acquisition, joint venture and divestment mandates. 

Recent examples of the firm’s deal work include advising Elis SA, the global leader in textile rental and maintenance services, on its acquisition of 100% of Wonway Manufacturing, a Malaysian company.

The firm also advised Lectra SA, a listed French high-tech group with a global presence, on its phased acquisition of Six Atomic, a fashion technology group specializing in AI-powered solutions.

Key clients 

EPC, HAVAS, ELIS, MANE, Saint-Gobain

Testimonials  

M&A

“Great involvement of the law partners from LPA in each of the cases, and fantastic relevant advice and suggestions. Turnaround time has also been very fast for all the creation of legal documents.”

“Good knowledge of the dynamics of negotiation for shareholders agreements and share subscription agreements.”

“Hands-on lawyers, ability to deal with cross-border operations.”

“LPA-CGR was very commercial and autonomous on this project. Client appreciated their clear advice.”

“LPA team understand the business objectives well and have the ability to translate those to the legal world.”

“LPA Singapore provided outstanding legal support in terms of quality and responsiveness. Their lawyers are savvy negotiators and prompt to understand the underlying business context.”

“Problem-solver, availability, accurate answers.”

“The LPA team is proactive, detailed-oriented and delivers high-quality services.”

“They have strong ties with the French community in Singapore. Very commercial-minded and they can provide out-of-the-box solutions and fast responses.”

“Very business-driven. Looking for smart solutions. Deal-maker while defending the interest of clients.”

Financial services regulatory  

“Finds solutions in negotiations." 

Restructuring

“Reactive. Professional.”