Lawyer

Kenn Lim

Partner

about

Kenn’s practice covers a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, foreign investments and private equity transactions.

Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Kenn regularly acts for companies in a spectrum of industries in various domestic and cross-border corporate transactions.

Kenn graduated from the Australian National University with an LLB (Hons) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance Major). He was called to the Singapore Bar in 2014.

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No matter the complexity or intricacies of your legal challenge, Kenn and CNPLaw can assist you. Submit an enquiry now.

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Private equity

Our private equity practice provides comprehensive legal advice to private equity and venture capital fund managers, founders, management teams and investee companies in Singapore on a wide range of matters,

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Corporate

Being a corporate lawyer is more than just translating legalese and churning out documents based on clients’ instructions. Our corporate lawyers understand that their role extends far beyond what is

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Corporate Advisory

Every business involves an amalgam of various stakeholders, such as investors, shareholders and directors. Ideally, each of these stakeholders should have a common vision of what is best for the

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Commercial Contracts

Business transactions normally involve some form of contractual arrangement between parties. It is important that each party fully understands the legal risks involved in any contractual arrangement prior to agreeing

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Corporate Restructuring

Companies periodically assess and deliberate ways to improve their financial results, and one way of achieving this may be through a successful corporate restructuring exercise, undertaken pursuant to the applicable

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Mergers And Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) entail the confluence of multiple legal disciplines. That is why we take great care when assembling a team for each

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Joint Venture

There are numerous commercial drivers behind the rising popularity of joint ventures

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Private Equity

Our private equity practice provides comprehensive legal advice to private equity and venture capital fund managers, founders, management teams and investee companies in Singapore on a wide range of matters,

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Immigration (Employment)

Singapore has a diverse and multicultural workforce, with a large international pool

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Employment Contracts And Relations

At CNPLaw, we are dedicated to helping our clients prepare robust employment contracts and transform employment relationships into successful partnerships.

Our expertise goes beyond advising on compliance with employment laws

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Trusted by clients

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“I have worked with Kenn on several projects. He is professional and thorough in his work and delivers a high level of service. He is prompt in response, able to grasp our issues and requirements quickly and reliable in executing the engagements comprehensively in a timely manner. It is a pleasure working with him.”

Chan Kum Tao, Chief Financial Officer, SUTL Group of Companies

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“We have had the pleasure of working with Kenn, Partner at CNP Law, for many years. Kenn has a deep understanding of the law and the situation at hand. Mindful of the business implications, he offers sound and practical advice, to ensure that our interests are always protected. With CNP Law’s diverse practice, Kenn and his colleagues are in the position to advise us on a broad spectrum of issues. We are grateful to have had Kenn with us at every step of the journey, and are confident that even as Edmund Tie & Company expands, we are in good hands.”

Ong Choon Fah, CEO, Edmund Tie & Company

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“Singapore’s 20 most influential lawyers aged 40 and under”

Singapore Business Review 2018

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“Our company was looking to open a subsidiary in Singapore and we were therefore in need of a local lawyer with a range of expertise in Singapore law. We found that in Kenn, who expertly guided us through the intricacies of setting up our business, handled the submission of the regulatory filings, and even advised us on employment-related matters as we set-up a team in Singapore. We were impressed by Kenn’s quick responsiveness to our inquiries, the high quality of his legal services, and the range of his knowledge. He was also able to recommend banking and accounting contacts to us as we round out the administrative aspects of establishing our company. We highly recommend Kenn’s services to any foreign or local entrepreneur or company looking to establish a business in Singapore.”

Esther Barrow, Corporate Counsel, Givex Corporation

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“Kenn has always been very adept at resolving any legal issues faced by my company in the most practical and efficient manner. His tremendous work ethnic and keen eye for detail make him a great pleasure to work with.”

Mark Nicol, Senior Director, International Sales & Operation, Echologics (a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products Inc)

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“I have worked with Kenn since the time he first joined CNP and over the years he has consistently delivered high quality and practical legal advice. The dedication, reliability, flexibility and timeliness displayed by Kenn have exceeded our expectations and is exactly what we are looking for in our lawyers. Kenn is an excellent all-rounder with good industry knowledge and business acumen. We look forward to a continued and committed long-term partnership with Kenn and CNP.”

Alex Tay, General Manager (Consumer Goods), SUTL Group of Companies

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A wealth of experience

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CNPLaw LLP advises Pison Investments Pte. Ltd. on its invitation to senior unsecured creditors of the Hyflux group to offer their debt to Pison in a reverse Dutch auction

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CNPLaw LLP advised on sale and leaseback of real property asset and the acquisition of shares

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CNPLaw LLP advised SUTL Marina Development Pte Ltd on joint venture to develop and operate marinas in Puteri Harbour Malaysia

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CNPLaw LLP acted for Alliance Brewery Company Limited, in a Joint Venture to Brew and Sell Heineken Beers in Myanmar

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CNPLaw LLP acted for the management of Edmund Tie & Co

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CNPLaw LLP advised Edmund Tie & Company on joint venture with OrangeTee to form third largest real estate agency in Singapore

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Kenn Lim's latest insights

Kenn authors publications that guide readers about specific areas of the law. Read on to find out more.

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CNPLaw LLP’s partner, Kenn Lim, featured in Singapore Business Review on views on Venture Capital

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Investing in Myanmar