FARCOVE law has a network of commercial lawyers who regularly advise clients on a broad range of commercial matters. They prepare and execute domestic and international contracts, whether for multi-phase projects or for stand-alone transactions. They are able to negotiate on behalf of clients the terms of commercial deals, including instruments for business operations such as supplier contracts, service agreements, technology and software licensing, brand and other IP licensing, franchising, commercial loans, security transactions, asset purchase and business lease.
In the area of banking and finance, FARCOVE law connects with team of lawyers who represent companies in loan arrangements, asset finance, trade finance, applications for credit lines and debt restructuring. The team is very much aware of regulatory developments and are able to advise on financial services compliance, including legal guidance on anti-money laundering (AML), know-your-client (KYC) and customer due diligence (CDD) concerns. Moreover, our professionals have very strong background on legal exercises most relevant to financial technology firms.
On due diligence, we have professionals in the network who deal with management of counterparty risks. They understand the extent of due diligence required in particular transactions. They advise on how to mitigate the risk of doing business with a counterparty as well as recommend collection of additional documents and information (enhanced due diligence) when needed under the circumstances. They can assist in identifying the risk exposures associated with specific individuals or entities, raise red flag, and carve robust contractual safeguards to protect the client.
The professionals in our network are able to handle commercial dispute resolutions, whether in international commercial courts (such as Singapore International Commercial Court [SICC]) or through alternative channels such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration.