Suilyn Yip

Director

  • Suilyn Yip
  • Phone: +65 6311 3658

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  • Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
    16 Collyer Quay #17-00
    Singapore 049318

With 14 years of experience in corporate law, Suilyn Yip is a distinguished partner and the Head of Venture Capital at Duane Morris & Selvam, specializing in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, venture capital, and capital markets. Her practice is focused on advising a diverse range of clients, including private equity firms, venture capitalists, public and private companies, and institutional investors, on high-value transactions and strategic business decisions.

Ms. Yip has a proven track record of successfully navigating complex cross-border M&A deals, capital raising initiatives, and investment transactions across various sectors. Her expertise in structuring and negotiating sophisticated transactions, coupled with a deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues, allows her to deliver practical, commercially-driven solutions to clients.

Throughout her career, Ms Yip. has consistently demonstrated leadership, both within the firm and in her interactions with clients. She is known for her exceptional strategic insight, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage high-stakes transactions under pressure. As a trusted advisor, she brings a client-centric approach to her work, focusing on long-term value creation and risk mitigation.

Ms Yip. committed to staying at the forefront of emerging legal trends, particularly in the evolving venture capital and private equity landscapes, where her deep knowledge of market dynamics and regulatory frameworks allows her to guide clients through the complexities of fundraising, investment strategies, and exit planning.

Ms. Yip graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the Singapore Management University and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore in July 2012.

Areas of Practice

  • Private Equity

  • Funds

  • Regulatory and Compliance

  • Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Capital Markets

  • General Corporate

Representative Matters

    Private Equity/ Funds

  • Advised a private equity fund on a US$400 million sale of a group of companies in the business of electronics manufacturing, to a company listed in Canada.

  • Advised a US-based private equity firm on its US$200 million acquisition of a Singapore listed company by way of a scheme of arrangement.

  • Advised a Singapore registered fund management company on the setting up of a private equity fund with a targeted fund size of US$100 million focusing on investing in the infrastructure technology sector.

  • Advised Singapore-based private equity fund on its S$100 million acquisition of properties in China through a complex holding structure and proposed joint venture with a reputed bank.

  • Advised a Singapore registered fund management company on the setting up of an arbitrage fund with a particular focus on investing in listed securities in India.

  • Advised a Singapore registered fund management company on the setting up of a private equity fund with a targeted fund size of US$100 million focusing on investing in the media and entertainment industry.

  • Advised a syndicate of funds in connection with their acquisition of an equity stake in a software company by way of conversion of existing convertible loans and subscription for new shares.

  • Advised a Hong Kong-based fund management company on the setting up of a US$35 million art fund through the offer of digital tokens.

  • Advised a Singapore-licensed fund management company on the setting up of a various crypto funds utilizing the Singapore Venture Capital Company structure.

  • Advised a Singapore-licensed fund management company on the setting up of a music events fund utilizing the Singapore Venture Capital Company structure.

  • Advised various Korean fund management companies on various matters relating to the setting up of a private equity and venture capital funds utilizing the Singapore Venture Capital Company structure.

  • Advised a Singapore-based family office in connection with investments in various series A and seed fund raising rounds for companies in the health, technology, agriculture and banking industries.

  • Advised a Filipino high net worth individual in connection with its investment in a Singapore-based food and beverage group.

    • Regulatory and Compliance

  • Advised several financial technology start-ups on regulatory compliance matters in Singapore and on all contractual arrangements required by these entities to operate.

  • Advised a Singapore-based equity and debt crowdfunding platform on its successful application to the Monetary Authority of Singapore for a capital markets services licence.

  • Advised companies on their compliance obligations in respect of the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

  • Advised a New Zealand-based payment services company on its application to the Monetary Authority of Singapore for a payment services license.

    • Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Advised a Singapore based mobile virtual network operator on its Series A preference share funding.

  • Advised a Singapore listed company on the disposal of one of its subsidiary’s business to a major FMCG player based in Singapore.

  • Advised a Singaporean investment group on its investment into an international crowdfunding platform based in Israel.

  • Advised a Singapore company on its acquisition of shares in two related digital payment companies operating an e-wallet in Hong Kong, with plans to develop and expand the e-wallet technology in several other jurisdictions.

  • Advised a Middle Eastern sovereign wealth fund on its acquisition of a Korean construction and engineering conglomerate.

  • Advised a public unlisted Korean based company on its acquisition of a various media and entertainment related entities across the Southeast Asian region.

  • Advised a multinational company on its S$5.6 billion acquisition of a Singapore listed company by way of a mandatory general offer.

  • Advised a group of German sellers in connection with the sale of their Singapore company to a Chinese multi-national company.

    • Capital Markets

  • Advised a Singapore listed company in respect of its Medium Term Note Programme.

  • Advised a Singapore listed company in respect of a US$38 million loan facility.

  • Advised a Singapore listed company on its US$52 million disposal of a vessel.

  • Advised several Singapore listed companies on several corporate actions, including rights issues and interested person transactions mandates.

    • General Corporate

  • Advised a Singapore company on a new product offering through an equity crowdfunding platform involving the creation of short-term notes to be issued by listed companies in Singapore.

  • Advised a Singaporean telecommunications group of companies on a series of transactions involving raising finance from investors, the acquisition of a stake in local IT company, a joint venture for the development of a cloud-based solution and the restructuring of some of its existing companies.

  • Advised a multinational sporting goods retail store on a number of contractual and regulatory matters across the Southeast Asian region.

  • Advised a Mexican conglomerate in connection with the purchase of vessels in Singapore and China, and the chartering and re-flagging of a number of vessels in Latin America.

  • Advised various Singapore companies on corporate actions, including share buybacks, capital reductions, amalgamations, and winding ups.

  • Advised a Singapore-based gaming company in connection with raising finance in the form of the sale and consignment of gaming products.

  • Advised a global sports apparel and collectibles company in connection with its distribution and licensing of collectibles and merchandise.

Education

  • Singapore Management University, L.L.B., 2011

Experience

  • Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
    - Director, January 2021-present
    - Associate Director, October 2018-December 2020

  • Selvam LLC
    - Associate Director, Corporate Department, February 2018–October 2018
    - Senior Associate, Corporate Department, January 2016–February 2018
    - Associate, Corporate Department, August 2012–December 2015

  • Colin Ng & Partners LLP
    - Legal Trainee, Corporate Advisory Department, January 2012–June 2012

Admissions

  • Singapore

Professional Activities

  • Member, Singapore Bar
    - Admitted as Solicitor & Advocate in July 2012

  • Law Society of Singapore

Selected Publications