mkwan@resourcelawasia.com
Tel: +65 6805 7367
Michael specialises in corporate finance, and corporate and commercial transactions in Singapore and the wider region, including listings, equity and debt issues, reverse takeovers, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and private equity and venture capital investments.
His practice includes advising companies listed on the Singapore Exchange on their corporate undertakings, including dual listings, acquisitions and disposals of shares and assets, share schemes, interested person transactions, corporate restructuring exercises, and other regulatory compliance measures. He also regularly advises private equity firms, venture capital firms and technology start-ups.
Before commencing his legal practice, Michael managed a motorcycle trading company in Singapore which he founded in 2005. With a background in business, Michael is able to comprehend the commercial needs of his clients and was commended in IFLR1000 for his ability to dispense “practical advice which takes into consideration both compliance and commercial factors for the client”.
Michael is also an active volunteer with the Community Legal Clinics, providing pro bono legal advice on contractual disputes, and employment and family matters.
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Honor and Awards
Capital Markets 2021 – Recommended Lawyer
“Michael Kwan is a capable, client-driven and solution-focused professional. He is patient and able to explain difficult legal concepts in a simple way to the client.”
Capital Markets 2022
“Michael Kwan is always contactable and responds quickly to all issues. He also pro-actively reaches out to the clients and other professional parties to ensure the solutions he proposed are able to satisfy all stakeholders.”
“Michael Kwan has provided constructive comments to resolve issues through the project and proactive in following up with the clients to facilitate the entire due diligence process.”
Corporate Restructuring 2022
“Both lawyers [including] Mr Michael Kwan, were extremely competent – capable professionals well versed in the field. Apart from their impressive technical expertise, they spared no effort in examining our case from multiple perspectives, offering us multiple solutions for every problem. They carried out their duties not only with excellence but utmost consideration for us and our needs. Furthermore, the two lawyers were extremely responsible and meticulous, taking complete ownership over their jobs – and were prompt and responsive no matter the occasion. They showed great eye for detail and went well beyond their duty, coming up with many solutions that were both practical and amicable for us. All in all, they added great value to the team and it has been a pleasure to work with them.”
“He listens to the company’s issues and will suggest alternatives to mediate these issues. He is responsive to my queries.”
Capital Markets 2021
“He is a very talented lawyer who gave insightful advice to our clients, and he is a good team player among the IPO professional parties. He provided very detailed guidance and solutions for our clients. Really excellent work from him and his team, who were able to work under tremendous pressure.”
Capital Markets 2020
“Michael is highly responsive to any queries raised and is always contactable, which is an important attribute. In addition, he dispenses practical advice which takes into consideration both compliance and commercial factors for the client.”
Corporate and M&A 2022
“He is a good listener. He can always understand where our issues come from and provide practical solutions. For the mandate, we needed to balance the views of the company, bankers and regulators and Michael has always demonstrated his ability to satisfy all stakeholders’ needs.”
“They provided quick responses, detailed analysis and provided practical solutions to the client. We did not expect a Singapore lawyer would have such in-depth knowledge on the requirements of a listing in Hong Kong.”
Corporate and M&A 2021
“We have been working closely with Michael Kwan in seeking Singapore legal advice. His research has always been solid and comprehensive and at the same time client-focused. He is always able to provide practical solutions for us to take forward the IPO exercise. Most importantly, he is always reachable even late at midnight.”
Capital Market – Structured Finance 2022 – Recommended Lawyer
“Michael Kwan is lauded by respondents for his considerable expertise of equity and debt issues, reverse takeovers, listings and venture capital investments.”
Professional Affiliations
Capital Markets
Mergers and Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures
Investments and Venture Capital
New Energy
Financial Services Regulatory
Restructuring and Insolvency