Baker McKenzie's Asia Pacific team is thrilled to announce the addition of Matthias Schemuth, a renowned project finance lawyer, to its Singapore office. Matthias, with his extensive experience in the energy and infrastructure sectors across Asia, joins as a Principal and Co-Head of Projects, alongside Partner Jon Ornolffson in Tokyo.
Matthias brings a wealth of knowledge, having advised various stakeholders on large-scale project structuring and financing. His expertise spans international banking and structured finance, with a particular focus on emerging markets. Recognized by Chambers Asia Pacific and Who's Who Legal, Matthias is a leading figure in his field.
James Huang, Managing Principal of Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow in Singapore, expressed excitement about Matthias' arrival, highlighting his expertise and team management skills as invaluable assets for the firm's regional and global finance offerings.
Emmanuel Hadjidakis, Asia Pacific Chair of Baker McKenzie's Banking & Finance Practice, emphasized the strong momentum in infrastructure development and energy transition investments in the region, particularly in Singapore. Matthias' presence will further strengthen the firm's ability to support clients in navigating these evolving markets.
Steven Sieker, Baker McKenzie's Asia Chief Executive, reiterated the firm's commitment to investing in exceptional talent, stating that Matthias' appointment underscores their dedication to supporting clients in today's complex business and regulatory landscape.
Matthias himself is enthusiastic about joining Baker McKenzie, citing the firm's global reach and local expertise as a unique platform for delivering innovative solutions to clients in the dynamic Asia Pacific region.
With over 2,700 deal practitioners across more than 40 jurisdictions, Baker McKenzie is a powerhouse in transactional law. The firm excels in complex, cross-border transactions, with a significant portion of its deals spanning multiple jurisdictions. Their teams combine local excellence with money-market sophistication, and their Banking & Finance lawyers are ranked in more jurisdictions than any other firm by Chambers.
Matthias' hire continues Baker McKenzie's global expansion strategy, following a series of recent additions to their team across various locations, including Toronto, Palo Alto, New York, London, Frankfurt, Washington DC, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
This strategic growth reinforces Baker McKenzie's position as a leading global law firm, committed to providing exceptional legal services and innovative solutions to clients worldwide.
