Simpson Thacher & Bartlett announced plans to open a new office in Singapore, marking a strategic expansion of its Asia platform and reinforcing its focus on private equity and cross-border transactions across the Asia-Pacific region.
The firm has appointed Ian Ho and Tony King as Co-Heads of its Asia Private Equity Practice, with both to be based in Singapore. The expansion also includes the addition of partners Theodore Heng and Carolyn Wong, who will join the Singapore office upon its launch.
In addition, private funds partner Tony Liu will relocate to Singapore to co-lead the funds practice alongside Adam Furber, head of the firm’s Asia funds practice.
The new office will focus on advising clients across private equity, funds, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, energy and infrastructure, and digital infrastructure, reflecting growing demand for cross-border dealmaking in Southeast Asia.
The move represents a renewed commitment to Singapore as a key financial hub. Simpson Thacher previously operated in Singapore between 1997 and 2003 and is now re-establishing a presence to support global investors and multinational clients active in the region.
The firm’s broader Asia footprint includes offices in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Tokyo, with nearly 100 lawyers advising on transactions spanning 17 jurisdictions across Asia-Pacific.
KEY QUOTES
“For nearly 35 years, Simpson Thacher has been deeply committed to Asia. Opening an office in Singapore enhances our ability to support clients across Southeast Asia and strengthens our capacity to serve clients in one of the world’s most dynamic financial and commercial centers. Ian and Tony’s substantial expertise in the private equity sector advising leading sponsors on their most important transactions—combined with the additions of Theodore and Carolyn, whose real assets, energy and infrastructure experience further expands our bench across key growth sectors—will be invaluable to clients across the region as we expand our presence.”
Alden Millard, Chair of the Executive Committee, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
“Singapore is a central hub for global investors and multinational businesses. Establishing an office here reinforces our longstanding commitment to clients whose most important regional and cross-border initiatives increasingly touch Singapore.”
Ian Ho, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
“We are fortunate to work with an exceptional team across Asia—innovative, creative and committed to delivering seamless, commercially driven advice to clients across the Firm’s Asia and broader global platform. We look forward to leading the team as we expand our presence in the region.”
Tony King, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
