5 Drew lawyers recognised as ALB Singapore Rising Stars 2023

21 Nov 2023

We are pleased to share with you that five lawyers, who form part of Drew’s consistent pipeline of legal talents, have been identified as Singapore Rising Stars in the second annual ranking of emerging legal talents in Singapore by Asian Legal Business (ALB). This also makes Drew, once again for the second consecutive year, the law firm with the most number of lawyers named.

• Renu Menon – Co-Head, Banking & Finance; Director, Corporate & Finance

  • “Throughout her career, Menon has demonstrated exceptional achievements, which propelled her to a leadership position within the firm.”
  • “In her practice, Menon stands out for one-of-a-kind, first-in-market mandates and has been instrumental in various financing matters.”

•  Tan Jin Wei – Director, Corporate & Finance

  • “His clients praise Tan and describe him as a ‘mark above the rest’, having ‘exemplary skills, expertise, and dedication’ and ‘an ability to think critically’, allowing him to ‘deliver timely, accurate and actionable legal advice’ with ‘poise and confidence’.”
  • “Clients have also shared that it is ‘truly enjoyable and easy to work with him’.”

• Priscilla Wang – Director, Corporate & Finance

  • “Wang has an impressive track record, and has spearheaded transformative legal initiatives”
  • “Her strategic counsel has facilitated transformative mergers, acquisitions, and investments, establishing her as a visionary leader in corporate law.”

• Seraphina Ho – Director, Corporate & Finance

  • “Her strategic acumen has earned her acclaim in the legal community”
  • “Her strategic counsel continues to shape the corporate landscape, making her an invaluable asset at Drew & Napier.”

•  Huang Yanting – Of Counsel, Corporate & Finance

  • “He is dual-qualified to practice law in Singapore and China”
  • “Recognised as a key member of the Greater China Desk at Drew & Napier, Huang is at the forefront of innovation in corporate law. He ensures that his clients receive cutting-edge and practical legal solutions.”

The list celebrates the next generation of Singapore’s lawyers who have demonstrated great potential in the industry while earning wide acclaim from their clients. Nominees were selected through a meticulous process based on their quality of work and recommendations from their clients and colleagues.

You may read the full article published in the November 2023 issue of ALB (p.18-25) here.