Restructuring & Insolvency
“The calibre of lawyers at Rajah & Tann is unparalleled. They are not only technically strong but can also be flexible to understand the unique needs of the client.”
Chambers Asia-Pacific (2025)
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In times of distress, we have one of the world’s top specialised Restructuring & Insolvency teams that stands ready to help you regain your footing.
When the long-term survival of a company is threatened by harsh and disruptive market conditions, timely and precisely executed restructuring activities are vital to effectively resolve the crisis.
Our Restructuring & Insolvency team is the single, largest dedicated legal practice in Asia, and has a proven track record in successfully handling the most complex high-end matters, in both contentious and non-contentious settings. Having been involved in almost every major debt restructuring, scheme of arrangement, judicial management, receivership or liquidation that has taken place in the region, our lawyers are highly experienced in providing the full range of services to address the concerns of all stakeholders.
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Malaysia
In a landmark decision, the Kuala Lumpur High Court has dismissed an application for a judicial management order, setting a new precedent with procedural safeguards to prevent misuse. The court emphasised strict compliance with statutory preconditions and mandated that any future applications require court leave and provide full disclosure. This decision reinforces the integrity of the judicial management process. Partners John Mathew and Janice Ooi offer their expert insights on the key takeaways.
Full Suite of Services and Areas of Expertise
Our diverse range of clientele – including banks and other financial institutions, accountants, financial advisors, insolvency practitioners and financially distressed companies – is proof that our seasoned lawyers can provide legal advice in countless scenarios.
Insolvency
Our dedicated team will strive to ease clients’ insolvency-related stressors when providing guidance and assistance with:
- Liquidations
- Judicial management
- Receiverships
- Schemes of arrangement
- Bankruptcy and voluntary arrangements
- Business advisory
- Corporate insolvencies and rescues
- Cross-border insolvencies.
Creditor Rights
We aim to protect the rights of all parties, including creditors, when assisting in:
We aim to protect the rights of all parties, including creditors, when assisting in:
- Creditor–debtor and inter-creditor disputes
- Loan recoveries
- Enforcement of judgements
- Pre-emptive remedies
- Enforcement of creditor rights and protections
- Bondholder disputes
- Settlements and compromises.
Debt restructuring and workouts
Our team will devise suitable arrangements for stakeholders by providing and handling:
- Advice to creditors and steering committees
- Advice to independent financial advisors and special accountants
- Standstill arrangements
- Workouts, debt restructurings and documentation
- Security sharing arrangements
- Coordination of cross-border debt restructurings.
Investigations and Recovery of Assets
Sharp-eyed and detail-oriented, our lawyers will ensure a comprehensive resolution when assisting in:
- Investigations of corporate fraud and misconduct
- Misfeasance actions
- Avoidance of transactions
- Examination of corporate officers
- Asset tracing.
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Recognition
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Band 1 - Restructuring & Insolvency (Indonesia, Singapore)Chambers Asia Pacific (2025)
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Tiers 1 & 2 - Restructuring & Insolvency (Singapore, Indonesia)The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2025)
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Band 1 - Restructuring & Insolvency (Singapore)Chambers Asia Pacific (2024)
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Tier 1 - Restructuring & Insolvency (Indonesia, Singapore)The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2024)
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Tier 1 - Restructuring & InsolvencyIFLR1000 (2024)
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Tier 1 - InsolvencyBenchmark Litigation Asia Pacific (2024)
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"They are able to handle complex and sophisticated matters, confident in arguing cases in front of the judges and has an established team of insolvency practitioners to support them."The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2025) (Singapore)
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"This team is responsive and is able to provide detailed but practical advice."The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2025) (Indonesia)
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Outstanding - Restructuring & Insolvency (Indonesia, Singapore)Asialaw Profiles (2024)
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Asia Pacific Firm of the Year – InsolvencyBenchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific Awards (2022)
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World's Top 30 Restructuring and Insolvency PracticesGlobal Restructuring Review (GRR30) since 2018
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“Restructuring & insolvency” AwardChina Business Law Awards (2022) (Singapore)
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"The calibre of lawyers at Rajah & Tann is unparalleled. They are not only technically strong but can also be flexible to understand the unique needs of the client."Chambers Asia-Pacific (2025) (Singapore)
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"Has strong expertise in the financial sector and is well regarded for his knowledge of Indonesia's restructuring landscape. He is active for companies on debt restructuring, including in the aviation and infrastructure sectors."Chambers Asia Pacific (2025) (Indonesia)
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“Extremely resourceful and an experienced team. Excellent leadership and ability to resolve difficult issues arising during the restructuring exercise process.”The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2024) (Singapore)
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“Quick turnaround and sound knowledge of the law.”Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific (2024) (Singapore)
"The calibre of lawyers at Rajah & Tann is unparalleled. They are not only technically strong but can also be flexible to understand the unique needs of the client."
Our Restructuring & Insolvency Team
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