Yap Wai Ming

Consultant

Corporate and Financial Services Regulation

"Straightforward, eager to find solutions, and deeply involved."

Chambers Global

"Quick turnaround time and ability to provide clarity and solutions."

Chambers Asia Pacific

"Dexterous, intelligent and easy going."

IFLR1000 Asia Pacific

Wai Ming is a Consultant in the Corporate and Financial Services Regulation Practice Group. He has been in legal practice since 1987 and is qualified to practice law in both Singapore and Malaysia. His practice encompasses corporate finance and advising corporates on debt capital–raising (including Islamic finance) transactions, fintech, digital asset–related matters, securities, and debt restructuring matters. He also advises on issues pertaining to the establishment of investment funds across a wide range of strategies, including private equity, venture capital, impact, and real estate. His experience extends to downstream investments and divestment transactions undertaken by such funds.

Awards & Accolades

  • "Ranked Practitioner" for Corporate Law & Mergers and Acquisitions Law – Best Lawyers Singapore 2026
  • "Ranked Practitioner" for Corporate Law & Mergers and Acquisitions Law – Best Lawyers Global 2026

Professional Memberships | Directorships

  • Board Member, Ren Ci Hospital
  • Board Member, SingHealth Foundation
  • Board Member, Stroke Support Station
  • Board Member, Vanguard Medifund
  • Board Member, Vanguard Healthcare Group
  • Founding Member and Director, Corporate Monitor Limited

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Laws (Honours), National University of Singapore