Yuen Law continues to be recognised in the latest edition of Chambers Asia-Pacific 2024 Guide; securing a Band 4 ranking in the practice area of Startups and Emerging Companies.
In tandem with the firm’s success, Managing Director Samuel Yuen has received a band 4 ranking in the Startups & Emerging Companies category for his outstanding work and legal expertise.
This marks the fourth consecutive year that both firm and lawyer have received this prestigious accolade from the publication, solidifying our position as a leading legal partner for startups and emerging companies in the region.
Client testimonials from Startups & Emerging Companies recent clients further underscore the firm’s exceptional work in this domain as noted by the Chambers Asia-Pacific team:
“They have a strong understanding of their respective areas of expertise and are able to work collaboratively to achieve common goals. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise allow them to approach problems from different angles and perspectives.”
– Client Feedback, Chambers Asia-Pacific
“Samuel has a good understanding of business principles, such as finance, accounting and strategy. He provides advice that is commercially relevant and strategic to our business needs.”
– Client Feedback, Chambers Asia-Pacific
“The team is very good and always available to sort out issues and provide clarifications in the most business-friendly manner.”
– Client Feedback, Chambers Asia-Pacific
Notable work highlights include:
- Acting for lead investor, Real Tech Fund Investment Partnership Global I, in a US$10 million Series A funding into a Singapore-based renewable energy startup, VflowTech.
- Acting for a group of financial advisers on the US$25 million option to purchase by one of the largest independent wealth management firms;
- Advised an early-stage VC firm in a US$2.6 million pre-Series A funding round into a social e-commerce platform.
- Acting for a leading bitcoin and litecoin mining business. We advised on a services agreement to mine cryptocurrencies, lease of premises and facilities for mining, and loan agreements involving collaterals in the form of cryptocurrency tokens;
- Acting for a fintech company providing cloud-based solutions for the wealth asset management industry.
The Chambers Asia-Pacific research team distinguished that our firm is known for serving startups and emerging companies and SMEs; offering further capabilities in advising angel investors, VC and investment funds on financings in emerging and growth companies. The guide also notes the firm’s ability to assist with a full range of matters, from investments and financing matters to capital markets and regulatory advice. It regularly assists in high-growth industries such as technology, fintech and property.
In addition, ranked practitioner Samuel Yuen is observed by the Chambers Asia-Pacific research team to be well placed to advise on the full range of advice, from early-stage financings, M&A and investments to IP matters and regulatory compliance.
The Chambers Asia-Pacific guide and rankings provide the most independent, in-depth insights and reliable recommendations on the best law firms and lawyers across the legal markets in Asia-Pacific, 3,500 departments and 6,300 legal practitioners, making it a highly respected resource for legal professionals in search of top law firms and lawyers in the region.
On this recognition, Managing Director Samuel Yuen says, “My goal for Yuen Law has always been to etch our mark in the industry as practitioners of legal excellence. Thus, it is with great joy for myself and the firm to be acknowledged by Chambers Asia Pacific once again.”
He adds, “Earning this accolade speaks volumes to the corporate team’s collective dedication and passion for the craft. We are thankful to our valued clients whose trust in our services have been integral in our continued success.”
