Halim Hong & Quek

Malaysia

IFLR1000 Reviews

Financial and corporate

Halim Hong & Quek Founded in 2000, Halim Hong & Quek has more than 40 lawyers offering clients a full suite of legal services. The firm has offices in three major cities in Malaysia including Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Penang. The firm is also a member firm of Andersen Global, an association of legally separate, independent member firms.

In November 2020, the firm established an alliance with Messrs Harold & Lam Partnership with a common focus to provide clients with greater access to high-quality and cost-effective legal services.

 

Focusses / specialisms

The firm has an expertise in the corporate and M&A sector with capabilities in sectors including banking and finance, investment funds, industrial and manufacturing, education and corporate governance.

 

Key clients

Notable clients of the firm include TIZA Global, Subang Sentral, Mestron Holdings, Dawson Property and Revenue Harvest.

 

Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)

During the research period, the firm was particularly active in the corporate sector assisting clients in transactions related to public and private acquisitions including real estate acquisitions, and asset acquisitions. The team was also involved in joint ventures and divestments, providing due diligence and other regulatory advice.

 

Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)

TIZA Global’s RM140 million ($31 million) sale of Citaglobal Engineering Services.

Mestron Holdings' acquisition of 10% equity interest in Winstar Aluminium Manufacturing for RM18 million.

 

Client feedback: 33rd edition (2022/2023)

M&A

“Highly responsive.”

“Halim, Hong & Quek is very professional in giving advice and solutions. They were extremely helpful and patiently guided us through options and needs. I will definitely recommend to our customers and suppliers for any legal issues.”

Project development

“Fast response and knowledgeable of subject matter.”

Sia Kar Soon

“Highly responsive.”

“Fast response and professional in his approach.”

Ngee Meng Dato’ Quek

“He has strong written and verbal communication skills and he has the ability to communicate complicated legal concepts in simplified terms. In addition, he is organised and ensures all the rules and regulations of the legal process are complied with.”