Cecil Abraham And Partners remains at the forefront of the dispute resolution practice with a fine record in handling an extensive range of services, including fraud litigation, constitutional law matters, contractual claims, and administrative law disputes. The team’s client base consists of well-known international corporations, government-linked companies, and media conglomerates. Cecil Abraham draws strengths from his demonstrated experience in tackling complex disputes, while Sunil Abraham is equipped with corporate and commercial disputes know-how. Aniz Ahmad Amirudin has particular expertise in the infrastructure and construction fields, and Rishwant Singh appears regularly before Malaysian courts in shareholder disputes. Noor Muzalifah Binti Shabudin is a notable practitioner in the department. All named partners co-lead the group.
Dispute resolution in Malaysia
Cecil Abraham And Partners
Practice head(s):
Cecil Abraham; Rishwant Singh; Sunil Abraham; Aniz Ahmad Amirudin; Noor Muzalifah Binti Shabudin
Testimonials
‘Cecil Abraham is without doubt the leading commercial litigator in Malaysia with an international reputation. He works very hard and is a superb and measured advocate, who ensures that he knows his case backwards.’
‘Sunil Abraham is a good lawyer, advocate and has built up a wealth of experience.’
‘Aniz Ahmad Amirudin is very good with clients and is hard working. He is good at injunctions and cross border disputes.’
‘If you need a litigation firm that will seek to gain the best results with you, then they are truly excellent.’
‘Dynamic of the team from experienced, reputable senior litigators to senior counsels and emerging associates.’
‘Aniz Ahmad Amirudin is the go-to for construction-related disputes.’
‘They are innovative, swift, and client-centric.’
‘Sunil Abraham is hands-on and understands the client’s needs.’
Key clients
Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (“MRCB”)
Shopee Mobile Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd and Lynas Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Kining Exeton Sdn Bhd
Goh Swee Boh and Goh Tze Chien
Yayasan Wilayah Persekutuan
NRY Architects Sdn Bhd
Amalgamated Plant Engineering Sdn Bhd
Ireka Engineering & Construction Sdn Bhd
Royal Pahang Durian Resources PKPP Sdn Bhd
Bank Negara Malaysia
Amanahraya Investment Bank Ltd and its subsidiaries
Sotella Fund Pte Ltd
Tropicana Aman Sdn Bhd
Chooi & Company
The disputes team at Chooi & Company specialises in commercial and corporate litigation and is regularly instructed by multinational companies, accounting firms, and local corporations. Much of the work centres on shareholder disputes and boardroom takeovers in public and private listed companies, and the firm frequently acts as lead counsel in matters at the appellate stage or before the apex court. Christopher Leong is recognised for his expertise in banking and securities litigation, while Ira Biswas is well-versed in insolvency law and fraud cases. Nicole Fiona Wee Sue-Ren and Janet Chai are key members of the group, focusing on cross-border financial and energy disputes, respectively.
Other key lawyers:
Christopher Leong; Ira Biswas; Nicole Fiona Wee Sue-Ren; Janet Chai
Testimonials
‘Good understanding of Malaysian law, and good value.’
‘Janet Chai is responsive and reliable.’
‘Ability to respond to legal queries speedily. Understand the business and able to provide accurate advice. Good depth of knowledge.’
‘Responsiveness and promptness in dealing with queries. Advice is clear and concise.’
Key clients
Semantan Estate (1952) Sdn Bhd (in members’ voluntary liquidation)
Sabah Shell Petroleum Company Limited
Teo Soon Kee and Ng Chee Fon
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd
Shell Malaysia Limited
Work highlights
- Acting for Semantan Estate (1952) in a Court of Appeal case against the Government of Malaysia and six others.
- Acting for Sabah Shell Petroleum Company in a matter concerning Malaysia’s second deepwater oil and gas field and its semi-submersible floating production system.
- Acted for Sabah Shell Petroleum Company in a setting aside application.
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill enjoys a prestigious history in the dispute resolution arena. Regularly engaged by an impressive clientele comprised of multinational companies, major institutions and local banks, the firm covers the full spectrum of disputes including international trade, commercial, contract, and insurance. The practice is co-led by Lambert Rasa-Ratnam, an industry veteran who has demonstrable experience in handling banking and administrative law cases, and Kumar Kanagasingam, who regularly acts in high-value insolvency and fraud matters. Other notable practitioners include Andrew Ean Vooi Chiew, who is recognised for his work in the defamation sphere.
Practice head(s):
Lambert Rasa-Ratnam; Kumar Kanagasingam
Other key lawyers:
Andrew Ean Vooi Chiew; Sean Yeow Huang-Meng; Chia Oh Sheng; Nitin Nadkarni
Testimonials
‘The team always tries to understand the clients’ needs and achieve the clients’ goals. There are no barriers in terms of communication.’
‘The team has capabilities to assess the suitability for handling their legal matters effectively.’
‘Good teamwork, easy to reach, strategic thinking, and secures the interest of clients.’
‘Sean Yeow Huang-Meng is an outstanding legal counsel. Highly competent, reliable, and a good strategist. He also exhibits strong business acumen when advising clients. He is friendly and approachable, making it easy to discuss and strategise on matters.’
‘Attentive to the details and always puts clients first. Willing to hear clients out and always able to provide immediate, constructive, and practical solutions.’
Key clients
Securities Commission Malaysia
Looh Chee Peng, Looh Chee Wee, Looh Pik Loo, Looh Loo Yeok, Looh Kit Siang & Georgetown Specialist Centre Sdn Bhd
Malayan Banking Berhad
Maybank Allied Bank Berhad
Dato’ Azizan bin Abdul Rahman; Tony Lee Cheow Fui; & Madam Chithra a/p Ganesalingam
KPMG PLT
Sunway Winstar Marketing Sdn Bhd
QBE (Malaysia) Insurance Berhad
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Berhad
OSK Property Holdings Berhad
S P Setia Berhad
Newfields Group of Companies
RHB Bank Berhad
Gas Malaysia Berhad
Q&M Dental Group (Singapore) Limited
BMW Group Malaysia
Work highlights
- Defending KPMG in a suit alleging negligence, breach of contract, and breach of statutory duty.
- Acted as counsel for Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional in a successful action for breach of contract against an event management company.
- Defending The Malaysian Bar and Karen Cheah in a suit for defamation, conspiracy to injure and breach of statutory duty brought by lawyers Zaid Ibrahim, Liew Teck Huat and Rueben Mathiavaranam.
Lim Chee Wee Partnership
Lim Chee Wee Partnership has demonstrable experience in international arbitration proceedings and commercial litigation and covers disputes across the full spectrum of commercial law. Frequently instructed by a range of local and international financial institutions and corporations, the department’s portfolio consists of corporate restructuring work, insolvency claims, contractual disputes, and fraud investigations. Lim Chee Wee, a specialist in the regulatory and fraud spheres, spearheads the practice alongside Lee Shih, an active player in the field of international arbitration and schemes of arrangement, and Kwan Will Sen, who is recognised for his know-how in aviation disputes and competition law.
Practice head(s):
Lim Chee Wee; Lee Shih; Kwan Will Sen
Other key lawyers:
Nathalie Ker
Testimonials
‘A hand-picked team of the best and the brightest. LCW Partnership epitomises the best that the profession has to offer. Their energetic team gives astute tactical advice at the pre-trial stage and gives 110% to present their client’s very best case at the evidential hearing.’
‘Lim Chee Wee knows everything and everyone there is to know and is rightly trusted by the tribunals. Kwan Will Sen is very bright.’
‘The best in the class in Kuala Lumpur. They offer high quality products, are proactive, strategic, and responsive.’
‘Lim Chee Wee and Lee Shih stand out as exceptional.’
‘The team really tries to understand the uniqueness of each situation, instead of trying to treat it like a common occurrence or following a predetermined set path forward.’
‘This firm is one of the best legal firms in the country. Their partners are extremely intelligent, experienced and personable, and they lead a dependable team. I have worked with legal firms in Malaysia and in the United Kingdom, and the work ethic and professional approach of LCW matches anything I have seen in either jurisdiction.’
‘LCWP is a firm that is almost unrivalled in Malaysia for its understanding of the law and ability to help clients in a commercially sensible manner while maintaining a certain class in their conduct of litigation. They are one of the most forward-looking firms in the country and are adept at using technology to push matters forward.’
‘Lee Shih is special as he knows his clients well. His technical competency is excellent. Kwan Will Sen is also technically competent to handle various legal matters and at the same time very accommodative to ensure clients will get the best service.’
Key clients
MISC Bhd
Top Glove Corporation
Toyota Tsusho Corporation
PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Malaysia Competition Commission
Securities Commission Malaysia
Nam Cheong Limited
Deloitte Corporate Solutions Sdn Bhd
Johor Corporation
Work highlights
- Acted for Gumusut-Kakap Semi-Floating Production System Labuan Limited, a wholly-owned SPV of MISC Berhad in a more than RM2 billion claim arbitration.
- Acted for Toyota Tsusho (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd and successfully obtained judgment for more than RM179 million in a cross-border fraud claim.
- Acting for NamCheong Limited, a Singaporean listed company, in its debt restructuring and ongoing scheme of arrangement.
Raja, Darryl & Loh
On the dispute resolution front, the team at Raja, Darryl & Loh portray strong experience in civil and commercial litigation cases at all levels of court. The department, which is led by NG Sai Yeang who advises on civil and corporate disputes, is regularly involved in banking, contract, and industrial relations matters. Acting for a broad array of clients from industries including automotive, construction, manufacturing, and technology, the practice is also recognised for its specialism in tax and intellectual property concerns. Raja Eileen Soraya is noted for her work on medico-legal and dento-legal cases, while Mark La Brooy and Ooi Huey Miin are notable members of the group.
Practice head(s):
Ng Sai Yeang
Other key lawyers:
Raja Eileen Soraya; Mark La Brooy; Ooi Huey Miin
Key clients
The Edge Media Group
Medical Protection Society
Malayan Banking Bhd
United Overseas Bank (M) Berhad
Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya
Heineken Malaysia Bhd
Coutts & Co
Work highlights
- Represented United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) and succeeded in obtaining confirmation from the Federal Court that the bank’s consolidation of accounts was simply an accounting exercise and, in the context of bankruptcy proceedings, does not create a security over the debt owed by the judgment debtor in his capacity as a guarantor to other credit facilities.
- Acted for Health Digital Technologies and obtained a High Court order to quash a decision by the Pharmacy Enforcement Division of the Ministry of Health against the client.
- Successfully represented a doctor and TV personality in the Court of Appeal, where the Court of Appeal overturned a High Court order arising from contempt proceedings and upheld the ordinary rights of the public to criticise the judiciary in good faith.
Shearn Delamore & Co
In the dispute resolution arena, Shearn Delamore & Co has a fine track record of representing financial institutions, multinational corporations, and government agencies in disputes relating to insolvency, restructuring, insurance, and technology, amongst others. Jeyanthini Kannaperan spearheads the practice and frequently appears at trials and appeals at various levels of the Malaysian courts, where her primary areas of specialism are banking, compliance, and regulatory. Yee Mei Ken has propelled the firm’s niche expertise in representing media houses and news publishers in libel and defamation cases, while Rodney Gomez has a wealth of experience in construction and engineering contracts and infrastructure projects. Insolvency expert Rabindra Nathan is also a valuable member of the department, as is Alexius Lee who focuses on litigation in building law, and Lilien Wong is skilled in advising on telecoms and multimedia disputes.
Practice head(s):
Jeyanthini Kannaperan
Other key lawyers:
Rabindra Nathan; Rodney Gomez; Yee Mei Ken; Lilien Wong; Alexius Lee
Key clients
CRSE Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Colas Rail System Engineering Sdn Bhd)
Sime Darby Berhad
Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd
Skrine
Skrine has a fine record in acting on multi-jurisdictional civil and commercial disputes, with their know-how also extending to intellectual property, construction, and banking litigation. Ivan Loo, who draws strengths from his experience in construction disputes, leads the team together with Koon Huan Lim, an expert in fraud and asset recovery matters. The department also houses Preetha Pillai, who has demonstrable experience in fraud and tax matters, Sharon Chong, who is particularly skilled in handling aviation disputes, and Khoo Guan Huat, a highly regarded litigator.
Practice head(s):
Ivan Loo; Koon Huan Lim
Other key lawyers:
Preetha Pillai; Sharon Chong; Khoo Guan Huat; Hemalatha Parasa Ramulu
Testimonials
‘Sharon Chong is efficient, has an in-depth legal knowledge of the subject matter, and is quick in responding.’
‘Skrine is made up of experienced, knowledgeable, and dedicated lawyers who are passionate about their work. They have a deep understanding of the law and the legal system, and they are experienced in a wide range of legal matters.’
‘Sharon Chong stands out for her enthusiasm, incisive analysis of issues, and incredible commitment to the client. She is always a pleasure to work with.’
‘The team works well together and is able to deal with all aspects of a litigated claim in house, including advocacy. The lawyers are also open to suggestions on strategy.’
‘Highly skilled, efficient and pleasant to work with.’
‘I would unequivocally recommend Hemalatha Parasa Ramulu for litigation in Malaysia.’
‘The team, from the lawyers to the support staff are competent, efficient and is easy to deal with.’
‘They are extremely efficient and very responsive.’
Key clients
1Malaysia Development Berhad and its subsidiaries
The Customs and Tax Administration of The Kingdom of Denmark
Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad
Memang Perkasa Sdn Bhd
Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd
ING Bank NV and O.W. Bunker Far East (Singapore) Pte Ltd
TS Global Network Sdn. Bhd.
PT Sandipala Arthaputra
HSBC Amanah (Malaysia) Berhad
Airbus Helicopters Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Berhad
Treasury Wine Estates
IBM Malaysia Sdn Bhd
AstraZeneca Sdn Bhd
IFCI Limited (Confidential)
Chevron Malaysia Limited
Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Berhad
Pacific & Orient Insurance Co Bhd (a member of the Pacific & Orient Group)
1. Johnson & Johnson Sdn Bhd|2. Johnson & Johnson|3. Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Work highlights
- Successfully acted for Nuctech and Tsinghua University in dismissing two related long-standing appeals at the Court of Appeal, relating to a patent infringement and invalidation action.
- Representing 1MDB 4 of its subsidiaries in an action against the former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri Najib Razak, former Board members and former senior employees.
- Representing the Customs and Tax Administration of the Kingdom of Denmark, the plaintiff in a civil suit against Malaysian entities and officers to recover approximately MYR1bn.
Wong & Partners
Frequently acting for publicly-listed companies, multinational corporations, and local conglomerates, the disputes team at Wong & Partners showcases expertise in construction, IP, insolvency, and fraud litigation. Displaying recent activity in renewable energy and ESG mandates, the practice also leverages on its membership of Baker McKenzie International by benefitting from a global network of dispute resolution lawyers. The team is led by Kherk Ying Chew, who is recognised for her specialism in technology, regulatory, and employment disputes. Eddie Chuah regularly serves as lead counsel in complex litigation matters involving commercial, energy and fraud disputes, whilst Janice Tay is a seasoned arbitrator at all levels of the Malaysian courts.
Practice head(s):
Kherk Ying Chew
Other key lawyers:
Eddie Chuah; Janice Tay
Testimonials
‘The litigation team has demonstrated exceptional qualities in their approach to handling cases. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and commitment to ethical practices set them apart in the legal field.’
‘Eddie Chuah navigates complex legal issues.’
‘Kherk Ying Chew is always there to assist clients. Her team has an in-depth knowledge of the laws and regulations.’
Key clients
Kebabangan Petroleum Operating Company Sdn Bhd
DPI Solar 1 Pte Ltd and Kazuomi Kaneto
Sparks Energy Sdn Bhd
Telekom Malaysia Berhad
World Logistics Council Limited
Crown Worldwide Group Sdn. Bhd.
The Receivers and Managers of Milik Mestika appointed by OCBC
Osram Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
Petronas Lubricants International Sdn Bhd
Hitachi Systems Digital Services
Singa Trading
Dara Consultant, Dato Abdul Razak
Generali Asia N.V.
Greencells GmbH (“Greencells”).
NEC Corporation of Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Go Energy Sdn Bhd.
Panasonic Appliances Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Work highlights
- Successfully represented Kebabangan Petroleum Operating Company in a claim against a supplier known as Mikuni Sdn Bhd and its directors for supplying counterfeit valves.
- Acting for Kazoumi Kaneto and DPI Solar 1 in a commercial suit at the High Court, valued at approximately RM200m.
- Acting for Sparks Energy in a High Court application for injunction pending arbitration, a Court of Appeal matter, and an arbitration case.
Rahmat Lim & Partners
The disputes practice at Rahmat Lim & Partners engages with an array of clients including financial institutions, large corporations, creditors, and liquidators. Boasting a diverse caseload, the firm regularly handles corporate and shareholder disputes, banking transactions, and probate and administrative matters. The team is jointly led by Jack Yow and Chong Yee Leong, who are well-versed in industrial relations litigation, and international arbitration work, respectively. Allen Choong is a notable member of the group and represents clients in energy, engineering, and infrastructure disputes.
Practice head(s):
Jack Yow; Chong Yee Leong
Other key lawyers:
Chong Boon Leong; Yap Yeow Han; Kwong Chiew Ee
Testimonials
‘The team’s cross-border capabilities and knowledge on how to capitalise on strategic partnerships is valuable.’
‘Chong Boon Leong is a very calm person and is very effective in conveying his points.’
‘The firm has a good reputation, a rich structure and international vision, and has rich experience in the field of dispute litigation. The team members are very professional and are able to respond efficiently to customers’ demands.’
‘The team is very reliable, responsive, and accommodating to tight timelines.’
‘Out of the box legal strategies and a dedicated team of lawyers.’
‘Jack Yow is very responsive and provides sound advice. He is also very experienced and knowledgeable.’
Work highlights
- Acted for CIMB Bank in defending a claim of damages for RM25bn for loss of opportunities.
- Acted for the majority creditors of the Sapura Energy group of companies in the winding up proceedings of Sapura Project Services.
- Acting for Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia in a suit commenced by Formis Network Services before the High Court, in respect of the termination of a contract.
Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership
Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership’s scope of work involves disputes relating to commercial transactions, international arbitration, civil litigation, and capital markets. Frequently instructed by high-profile individuals, local corporations, and governmental bodies, the practice is also highly regarded for its strengths in appellate advocacy. The team is co-led by Rosli Dahlan, an industry veteran who is experienced in contentious cross-border issues, and D.P. Naban, who is recognised for his strong capabilities in the litigation sphere.
Practice head(s):
Rosli Dahlan; D.P. Naban
Other key lawyers:
Hayden Tan Chee Koon
Key clients
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
1Malaysia Development Berhad
SRC International Sdn Bhd
YB Maria Chin Abdullah
Sime Darby Plantation Berhad
I-Serve Online Mall Sdn Bhd, I-Serve Technology & Vacations Sdn Bhd, Advance Digital Ventures Berhad, Trillion Cove Holdings Berhad, Goh Hwan Hua, Neow Ean Lee, Boon Soon Heng
Perikatan Nasional
Sapura Energy Berhad
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)
YB Khaliq Mehtab
Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd
Jimah East Power Sdn Bhd
JAKS Sdn Bhd
KACC Construction Sdn Bhd
Shook Lin & Bok
Shook Lin & Bok counts banks, government-owned entities, and regulatory authorities among its roster of clients. The disputes practice, which specialises in international and domestic arbitration proceedings, is regularly involved in financial litigation and corporate disputes. Elsewhere, the team is also experienced in handling contractual and tort claims, joint venture disputes and real estate issues concerning rights to land and ownership. Chan Kok Keong, who is principally focused on banking, finance, and insolvency litigation, co-leads the group with Romesh Abraham, who frequently appears in Court of Appeal cases. Yoong Sin Min is a notable member of the department.
Practice head(s):
Chan Kok Keong; Romesh Abraham
Other key lawyers:
Yoong Sin Min; Ng Hooi Huang
Testimonials
‘The team is professional and provides accurate and practical legal solutions.’
‘The practice is led by very knowledgeable and competent partners.’
‘Ng Hooi Huang is certainly very efficient in providing and responding to our request for advice.’
‘Ng Hooi Huang is professional, efficient, sharp, and very knowledgeable. She can handle tricky situations well and always delivers good results, even in handling urgent matters on short notice.’
‘Willing to put in extra effort and time to address issues, regardless of the size of the transaction.’
‘The team has demonstrated deep knowledge with a proven track record. High ethical standards and a collaborative culture has made this team reliable and outstanding.’
‘Chan Kok Keong is a very experienced and client-centric lawyer who is always able to provide speedy legal advice and insightful ideas in addressing complex legal matters.’
Key clients
CIMB Bank Berhad
CIMB Islamic Berhad
OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad
United Overseas Bank Limited
UOB 2006 Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
AmBank (M) Berhad
OCBC Al-Amin Bank Berhad
Malayan Banking Berhad
RHB Bank Berhad
Standard Chartered Bank Berhad
Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad
TMF Trustees Malaysia Berhad
Maybank Investment Bank Berhad
GLM Emerald Hills (Cheras) Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of Guocoland (Malaysia) Bhd)
Hong Leong Bank Berhad
MBSB Bank Bhd
Maybank Islamic Bhd
Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad
Affin Bank Berhad
Zain & Co
Zain & Co’s broad-ranging disputes offering involves working on commercial and civil matters, labour and employment cases, and construction litigation. Engaged by clients from various industries including education, financial services, and technology, the practice also handles matters involving banking law and corporate restructuring. Anita Sockalingam is a seasoned litigator, whilst Vatsala Ratnasabapathy is recognised for her know-how in construction arbitration. Kok Su Ann is experienced in land acquisitions, whereas Sharmini Durai showcases strengths in employment law, often representing corporate clients in constructive dismissal and unfair dismissal cases. All named individuals jointly lead the department.
Practice head(s):
Anita Sockalingam; Vatsala Ratnasabapathy; Kok Su Ann; Sharmini Durai
Other key lawyers:
Dennis Khong Heng Kai
Testimonials
‘Zain & Co provides a client-centric approach and understands the underlying sensitivity needed to deal with issues. The firm has a strong focus on dispute resolution, with extensive experience and success in handling various disputes, setting them apart as a go-to practice in this field.’
‘Vatsala Ratnasabapathy gives prompt attention to the matters at hand and will work tirelessly to meet timelines. She possesses excellent knowledge in construction disputes.’
‘Close-knit team dealing primarily with construction disputes.’
Key clients
Permodalan Nasional Berhad
Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Singapore Airlines Limited
Turnpike Synergy Sdn Bhd
Projek Lintasan Kota Holdings Sdn Bhd
Projek Lintasan Sungai Besi-Ulu Klang Sdn Bhd
Radioshack Corporation
General Wireless Operations Inc
Tiing Wei Enterprise Co. Ltd.
Work highlights
- Acting for the Malaysian subsidiary of a Chinese state-owned engineering and construction company in resisting an action to challenge charges created by the employer in favour of the client as security for monies owing to the client.
- Successfully represented a plantation owner at the High Court in a consolidated land reference, where an increase in compensation of approximately RM12m was awarded to the client.
- Acted for a wholly owned subsidiary of Malaysia’s largest fund management company in resisting a claim for liquidated, exemplary, and aggravated damages for the demolishment of a telecoms tower.
Zul Rafique & Partners
Zul Rafique & Partners’ disputes department represents clients on a wide spectrum of commercial, corporate, and civil claims. With a particular focus on product liability, media and defamation, securities and derivative actions, and insurance and coverage disputes, the firm is also well-equipped to handle arbitration and alternative dispute resolution procedures. The practice is collectively led by T. Kuhendran, Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam, P. Jayasingam, Shahul Hameed Amirudin, Farah Shuhadah Razali, and Bailey Leong Pui Yee, who are all experienced in various elements of the field, such as construction and corporate insolvency.
Practice head(s):
P. Jayasingam; Shahul Hameed Amirudin; T. Kuhendran; Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam; Farah Shuhadah Razali; Bailey Leong Pui Yee
Testimonials
‘The team works very well with us. They provide sound advice and are always there to assist us with our matters.’
‘Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam has a great personality. She is very professional with her work and is a very knowledgeable person. She has assisted us in many of our complex litigation matters.’
‘Working with T. Kuhendran’s team was an overall satisfying experience. The team was very resourceful when it came to tackling the subject matter and provided solutions to every issue.’
‘Good teamwork, very easy to communicate with, and reliable. The team thinks strategically to safeguard the interests of the client.’
‘Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam thinks strategically, gives reliable advice, and is easy to communicate with.’
‘They listened to us and advised us step by step. The team’s strength is definitely communication and time management.’
Key clients
Ace Dynamic Team Sdn Bhd
Ace Capital Growth Sdn Bhd
Senibina Sentral Sdn Bhd
CHEP Brambles Ltd
SAMTEC Inc.
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad
Labuan Shipyard & Engineering Sdn Bhd
Sapura Industrial Berhad
Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad
Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad
Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Berhad
PC Manufacturing Solutions Holdings Sdn Bhd
Iskandar Investment Bhd
NAZA TTDI
CMC Engineering Sdn Bhd
Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA)
Far East Orchard Limited
Malaysia Airlines Berhad
Sim Leisure Group
Lembaga Tabung Haji
AirAsia Digital
PETRONAS Refinery and Petrochemical Corp
Medivest Sdn Bhd
Cita Kapital Sdn Bhd
Radimax Group Sdn Bhd
KLCC Property Holdings Bhd.
IMETA and Southeast Asia at Bramble
Sapura Group
Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd
SJIC Bina Sdn Bhd
Iskandar Investment Bhd
Pembinaan Mitrajaya Sdn Bhd
Ferrier Hodgson MH Sdn Bhd
Public Bank Berhad
Telekom Malaysia
Kebabangan Petroleum Operating Company Sdn Bhd
MTD Group
SGC ETEC E&C (M) Sdn Bhd
Quantum Metro Development Sdn Bhd
Iskandar Investment Berhad
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
Samsung C&T (KL) Sdn Bhd
Ferrier Hodgson MH Sdn Bhd
Pembinaan Mitrajaya Sdn Bhd
Telekom Malaysia
Kebabangan Petroleum Operating Company Sdn Bhd
MTD Group
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)
SGC ETEC E&C (M) Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Advised and successfully defended Ace Dynamic Team against a minority oppression claim filed by one of its minority shareholders.
- Successfully represented Seriemas Development and resisted an appeal filed by appellant and defended the High Court judge’s decision.
- Acted for Scomi Group and successfully obtained an order in the High Court in respect of an application for leave to hold a scheme creditor meeting and a three-month restraining order against all current, pending, or future proceedings against the client and its assets.
Cheang & Ariff
Cheang & Ariff provide a full-service dispute resolution offering, ranging from commercial litigation to judicial and regulatory investigations. Acting for local and international clients from the financial services, infrastructure, transportation, telecoms and engineering industries, the firm handles banking and insolvency matters, contractual issues, and international trade disputes. Loh Siew Cheang is known for his know-how in business and corporate cases, whilst Cindy Goh Joo Seong’s expertise encompasses complex corporate and commercial work, and Kelvin Seet Wan Nam focuses on shareholder and joint venture disputes.
Other key lawyers:
Loh Siew Cheang; Cindy Goh Joo Seong; Kelvin Seet Wan Nam
Testimonials
‘Good understanding of Malaysian law and good value.’
‘Responds to legal queries speedily, understands the business, and is able to provide accurate advice.’
‘Responsive and prompt in dealing with queries. Advice is clear and concise.’
Key clients
Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
Lysaght Corrugated Pipe Sdn Bhd
SPC Diatech LLC
Ali Health Sdn Bhd
Asmara International Limited
Tengku Dato’ Ibrahim Petra bin Tengku Indra Petra, Datin Che Nazira Hajjar Hashim, Wong Fook Heng, Tiong Young Kong
iCapital.Biz Berhad
Christopher & Lee Ong
The dispute resolution department at Christopher & Lee Ong offers services covering various elements of the practice including arbitration, general litigation, and adjudication. John Mathew leads the team and is a recognised panel arbitrator with the Asian International Arbitration Centre, while other advocates within the team draw strengths from their collective trial and appellate experience. The group is well-versed in handling disputes relating to joint ventures, directors and shareholder duties, and insolvency and restructuring matters.
Practice head(s):
John Mathew
Other key lawyers:
Heng Yee Keat
Testimonials
‘Very responsive and supportive without compromising their work quality. Client-focused with competitive pricing’.
‘The team is knowledgeable and experienced and is able to provide alternative solutions in line with the client’s business strategy.’
‘John Mathew is experienced and always gives advice promptly. We sincerely appreciate his work.’
‘The litigation team provided the highest level of knowledge and was attentive to the clients’ needs. All team members were very competent and responsive and were willing to accommodate to the clients’ requirements in a very professional way.’
Key clients
Kuwait Finance Berhad
Prasarana Malaysia Berhad
Siemens Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
Malayan Banking Berhad, Beijing Branch
Disciplinary Committee, Malaysian Institute of Accountants
CIMB Bank Berhad
Daniel & Wong
Daniel & Wong is a boutique firm specialising in commercial, civil, and corporate disputes. Led by ‘formidable’ Daniel J. Albert, who focuses on fraud, insolvency, and corporate and shareholder disputes, the practice also handles liquidation matters. The team is regularly engaged by a range of local and foreign clients to act on derivative actions and oppression petitions.
Practice head(s):
Daniel J. Albert
Other key lawyers:
Brian Yee Hong Keet
Testimonials
‘The greatest strength of Daniel & Wong are its people. The organisation comprises of young and energetic young lawyers who are very proactive and knowledgeable. They are very prepared, meticulous and thorough in preparing all the documents for the cases.’
‘Daniel J Albert and Brian Yee Hong Keet are one of the main reasons we keep going back to Daniel & Wong. They are some of the few lawyers who listen to their client’s opinions and at the same time provide some of the best plausible advice and opinions.’
‘Very well put together, cohesive, and able to respond in a timely manner.’
‘Daniel J Albert is a rising star and is able to present solutions that are both legally sound and practically applicable.’
‘The team has a good grasp of their clients’ commercial priorities, and legal approaches are tailored to suit the client.’
‘Daniel J Albert manages the clients’ expectations well and he is meticulous in mapping out legal strategies.’
‘The firm is results-oriented and has very competent lawyers.’
‘Daniel J Albert has the gift of making clients feel at ease no matter how difficult a position they are in. He is thorough in his work and rarely acts without a firm plan in mind. That, combined with his wit, makes him a formidable opponent.’
Key clients
University of Nottingham UK
Compagnie Des Bauxites De Guinee
Boke Service Company
Supermax Global Co Ltd
All Impex Pte Ltd
Landasan Kapital (M) Sdn Bhd
Barium Selat Sdn Bhd
Sing Lian Sdn Bhd [in Liquidation]
Murna Jaya Development Berhad
Syarikat V.K. Kalyanasundram Sdn Bhd
Millennium Residences Sdn Bhd
Millennium Land Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Instructed by one of the world’s largest asset management firms to act for an entity under their investment management in a complex bond related investment dispute.
- Appointed to act for Compagnie Dex Bauxites De Guinee & an associated Belgian incorporated entity in pursuing a civil fraud suit in Malaysia arising from a push-payment fraud scheme, and to seek urgent injunctive freezing and tracing orders.
- Appointed to act for the University of Nottingham (UK) in respect of a number of contentious and non-contentious matters.
Gan Partnership
Gan Partnership’s offering covers an array of disputes, including real estate, banking and finance, corporate governance and compliance, and restructuring and insolvency. Alongside its arbitration practice, the group’s key roster of clients is comprised of start-ups, multinational companies, and government-linked entities. The team is jointly led by Gan Khong Aik, who demonstrates know-how in corporate and commercial transactions, and Foo Joon Liang, who acts on engineering, construction, and securities disputes.
Practice head(s):
Gan Khong Aik; Foo Joon Liang
Key clients
Employees Provident Fund
Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC)
Park 24
Emerico
Bina Puri Group of Companies
Sunway Group of Companies
IGB Group of Companies
Zelan Construction Sdn Bhd
IWG Group of Companies
OSK Properties Bhd
AmInvestment Group Bhd
Schlumberger
Lonpac Insurance Bhd
Boon Wah Air-Conditioning Engineering Sdn Bhd
Pinggir Mentari Sdn Bhd
Sunshine Construction Sdn Bhd
Swee Premix Sdn Bhd
KSK Group of Companies
Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission
Antah Schindler Sdn Bhd
KONE Elevator (M) Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Acted for in an action on the setting aside of an arbitration award worth of USD4.5m arising from a Time Charter Party Agreement before the apex court.
- Acted in a matter involving novel questions of law on the Employees Provident Fund Act 1991 at the apex Court.
- Acted in a shareholders’ dispute involving a novel question of law arising from the Companies Act 2016 and the Arbitration Act 2005.
Gopal Sreenevasan Advocates and Solicitors, part of Endeavour Group Law Practice
Gopal Sreenevasan Advocates and Solicitors, part of Endeavour Group Law Practice’ practice specialises in corporate and commercial dispute resolution. The firm is led by renowned Gopal Sreenevasan, who is recognised for his expertise in contract, banking, probate, and professional negligence, and who also frequently acts as counsel in cases involving conspiracy and fraud allegations. In addition to handling shareholder and directors’ duties-related matters, the team is often engaged to act in disputes over multi-million-dollar estates and aviation industry disputes.
Practice head(s):
Gopal Sreenevasan
Testimonials
‘Gopal Sreenevasan is quick and incisive.’
‘Gopal Sreenevasan is extremely quick in understanding the facts of the case and pinpointing the issues. I highly value how he is able to easily breakdown and make accessible very complex issues, which often makes it easy to either communicate with the client or in arguments before the bench.’
‘The group has a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial disputes. The team is responsive and they think out of the box.’
Key clients
Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
Looh Keo @ Looh Lim Teng
Sidqi Ahmad Said Bin Ahmad
Malaysia Steel Works Sdn Bhd
Desaminium Jaya Sdn Bhd
Madam Teh Sew Wan
Formis Network Services Sdn Bhd
Ishengir Individual Enterprise
Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad
Commerceone Property Sdn Bhd
Wong Fock Seng & Sons Sdn Bhd
Famila Sdn Bhd
Sreesanthan a/l Eliathamby
Mulpha International Berhad
MIMS Career Sdn Bhd
Spacious Glory Sdn Bhd
Data Pelita Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Acted for Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad and a subsidiary of the listed Hong Leong Capital Berhad in a claim of fraud against the bank.
- Acted for Mulpha International Berhad (Malaysia’s largest real estate investor and developer in Australia) at the Federal Court, in relation to a land dispute and breach of contract claim.
- Acted for UDA Land Sdn Bhd at the Federal Court in relation to a claim involving complex legal issues surrounding the arbitrability of insolvency procedures.
MahWengKwai & Associates
The disputes practice at MahWengKwai & Associates engages with clients ranging from corporations to non-profit organisations, and counts commercial litigation, corporate shareholder disputes, and debt recovery claims within its remit of work. The team is collectively led by Raymond Mah, who is a recognised figure within the real estate and construction disputes sphere, Gan Chong Chieh, Lesley Lim , John Chan, Hannah Patrick, Denise Phang, and Choo Mun Wei.
Practice head(s):
Raymond Mah; Gan Chong Chieh; Lesley Lim; John Chan; Hannah Patrick; Denise Phang; Choo Mun Wei
Key clients
PJ Centrestage Joint Management Body
EUPE Bangsar South Development (JV) Sdn Bhd
Mahisha Sulaiha Abdul Majeed
Persatuan Hainan Selangor dan Wilayah Persekutuan
FELDA Investment Corporation Sdn Bhd
Jaya One Management Corporation
Sime Darby Brunsfield Holding Sdn Bhd|Sime Darby Property (Ara Damansara) Sdn Bhd
Wong Jie Min, Adrian; Wong Kum Chee; Heng Ah Meng; Yu Ching Leong; Heng Ah Choon; Heng Ah Aa
3 Two Square Sdn Bhd
Paktor Pte Ltd, Singapore and Paktor MY Sdn Bhd
R Yogeswari a/p R Raman
Work highlights
- Represented PJ Centrestage Joint Management Body in a claim against the developer and a related company for the recovery of 342 car park bays, landscape areas, reinforced concrete rooftop areas, and other areas as common property.
- Represents EUPE Bangsar South Development (JV) in multiple actions.
- Advised and represented Mahisha Sulaiha Abdul Majeed, an Indian citizen, in obtaining a declaration of citizenship by operation of law pursuant to being born overseas to a Malaysian mother.
Malik Imtiaz Sarwar
Malik Imtiaz Sarwar leads the specialist disputes practice at Malik Imtiaz Sarwar and is well-known for his 'strategic acumen'. The firm is frequently engaged by clients across industries and handles a range of complex and high-value commercial, civil, and administrative issues. Recently, the team has provided advice on telecoms, competition law, and commercial fraud matters. Lim Yvonne is a notable member within the team and is recognised for her commercial disputes expertise.
Practice head(s):
Malik Imtiaz Sarwar
Other key lawyers:
Lim Yvonne; Khoo Suk Chyi; Wong Min Yen
Testimonials
‘Malik Imtiaz Sarwar is almost always our lead counsel of choice for major cases. The most unique feature of the firm is the attention Malik Imtiaz Sarwar personally gives to the matters he is instructed upon. Drawing from the wealth of legal knowledge and his sharp intelligence, he produces a smart and pragmatic litigation strategy.’
‘Lim Yvonne, Khoo Suk Chyi, and Wong Min Yen are the backbone of the complex work. They are always available and very supportive of instructing solicitors.’
‘Malik Imtiaz Sarwar’s strategic acumen and knowledge of law is unparalleled. His team works very quickly and efficiently.’
‘Our experience with Lim Yvonne and Khoo Suk Chyi has been very good. Both are extremely intelligent, and they are able to distill complex factual scenarios into easily digestible scenarios when presenting matters to the court.’
‘Fantastic lawyers, very approachable, and extremely hard working.’
‘Malik Imtiaz Sarwar is a brilliant lawyer who is able to get on top of complex issues quickly. He is the go-to lawyer in the Malaysian jurisdiction.’
Key clients
Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd
Berjaya Land Berhad
Dagang NeXchange Berhad
Dato’ Sri Andrew Kam Tai Yeow
Datuk Sundra Rajoo a/l Nadarajah
Detik Ria Sdn Bhd and Tan Sri Datuk Abdul Rahim bin Haji Din
Extradition (Wong Ong Hua)
Haris Fathillah bin Mohd Ibrahim, Nur Ain binti Mustapa, Sreekant a/l M G Gangadharan Pillai
Hisham Halim (JR and FC Contempt)
JP Morgan
MyTeksi Sdn Bhd, Grabcar Sdn Bhd, Grab Inc.
Ng Yee Hong (Deloitte)
Pavilion Integrity Sdn Bhd
Penang State Legislative Assembly
Sacofa Sdn Bhd
Serba Dinamik Holdings Bhd and 3 subsidiaries
Tan Sri Harris bin Mohd Salleh
Work highlights
- Acted as solicitors and counsel for JP Morgan (Switzerland) Ltd (JPMS) to challenge the jurisdiction of the Malaysian Court over JPMS in respect of a claim filed by 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) for dishonest assistance in relation to breaches of fiduciary duties by 1MDB’s former director and employee.
- Acted for Serba Dinamik Holding Bhd (SD) and its three subsidaries in its appeals against orders of the High Court dismissing SD’s applications for adjournment of winding-up petitions, and orders of the High Court winding-up the said companies on the ground that the companies were unable to pay its debts.
- Acted as lead counsel for MyTeksi Sdn Bhd, Grabcar Sdn Bhd, and Grab Inc. (collectively, “GRAB”) in a judicial review application filed against a decision by the Malaysia Competition Commission to issue a proposed decision to GRAB under the Competition Act 2010.
Navaratnam Chambers
Navaratnam Chambers is a boutique firm with strong experience in contract, commercial, and company litigation, in addition to media cases, and project, energy, and financing disputes. ‘Formidable litigator’ Nahendran Navaratnam spearheads the practice and is renowned for his track record as an arbitrator and advocate.
Practice head(s):
Nahendran Navaratnam
Testimonials
‘Navaratnam Chambers is a boutique law practice dedicated to litigation and dispute resolution, with particular experience in construction law disputes.’
‘A close-knit and intellectually formidable team.’
‘Nahendran Navaratnam is a standout advocate. He is meticulous in approach, incisive in strategy, and articulate in advocacy.’
Sreenevasan Young
Sreenevasan Young specialises in a broad range of commercial, civil, and corporate transactions, whilst also handling disputes involving tort, securities and insolvency, and contracts. In recent years, the firm has extended its remit of work to include aviation, energy, and telecoms matters. Conrad Young leads the department and is noted for his experience in commercial and land law disputes. Lau Mark Chi-Ming is a notable practitioner within the group and specialises in fraud, professional negligence, and banking and insurance.
Practice head(s):
Conrad Young
Other key lawyers:
Lau Mark Chi-Ming; Ravindran Shanmuganathan
Work highlights
- Assisted a public listed company in relation to a dispute involving a multi-million Ringgit property.
- Acted for an investment bank in a dispute in respect of public listed shares.
- Represented a general insurance company in a competition law dispute against the regulator.
Steven Thiru & Sudhar Partnership
The disputes team at Steven Thiru & Sudhar Partnership handles litigation and arbitration relating to a diverse array of matters including complex infrastructure project disputes, tax and revenue cases, and public utilities matters. Steven Thiruneelakandan, a seasoned litigator with demonstrable experience in employment and industrial relations disputes, leads the practice alongside Sudhar Thillainathan, who specialises in civil litigation and commercial arbitration. The firm counts state-owned entities, insurance companies, banking institutions, and blue-chip corporations among its key roster of clients.
Practice head(s):
Steven Thiruneelakandan; Sudhar Thillainathan
Other key lawyers:
David Dinesh Mathew; David Ng Yew Kiat
Testimonials
‘Sudhar Thillainathan is truly exceptional. He is extremely knowledgeable and provides very helpful commercial legal advice.’
‘Close knit team led by experienced counsel. Hard working and willing to take the time to understand the client’s case and provide a range of options.’
‘Sudhar Thillainathan is a tiger during cross examination.’
‘The team is very detailed oriented, and I enjoyed all the robust discussions and brainstorming sessions. The Senior Partner is also very hands on and participates in all the important sessions.’
‘Sudhar Thillainathan is very experienced and always a valued add to any legal team. He is meticulous without being bogged down with processes and red tape. Always willing to listen to counter points and opposing views and skilful in managing critical discourses.’
‘We engaged Sudhar Thillainathan and his team for an expert opinion on Malaysian Law in an arbitration. They work well and quickly. It was a pleasure working with them.’
‘Steven Thiruneelakandan and Sudhar Thillainathan are exceptional lawyers. Very experienced litigators. Strong advocates. Both have been involved in a wide range of disputes at all levels. Super smart, responsive, excellent strategists, thoughtful and hard working.’
‘The team is very tenacious and will leave no stone unturned, studying each brief from multiple angles with research, before charting the way forward. The team is also very generous with their availability to be consulted on ancillary matters.’
Key clients
City Properties Sdn Bhd
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Tai Weng Construction & Engineering Sdn Bhd
Malaysian Institute of Accountants
Malayan Banking Berhad
Perbadanan Pengurusan SOHO
KSK Group Berhad
Great Eastern General Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad
Damai City Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Acted as counsel for City Properties and its two directors at the Federal Court in a claim for alleged breach of statutory duty.
- Acted as counsel for Tenaga Nasional Berhad at the Court of Appeal in a claim for damages of RM8,183,500 brought by a consumer.
- Representing the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and two related defendants in defending a civil suit at the High Court.
Tay & Partners
The disputes team at Tay & Partners counts financial institutions, local corporations, and international banks among its key roster of clients. Led by Leonard Yeoh, who has experience in appellate and arbitration proceedings, the practice regularly handles insolvency matters, corporate fraud litigation, class action lawsuits, and shareholder disputes. Cheah Soo Chuan is a key member of the group and focuses on commercial dispute resolution, tortious disputes, and negligence claims.
Practice head(s):
Leonard Yeoh
Other key lawyers:
Cheah Soo Chuan; Caleb Sio
Testimonials
‘The team is exceptionally responsive to our queries. They provide prompt updates and feedback for our cases.’
‘Very commercially minded and sharp in analysing issues.’
Key clients
Hyundai Co., Ltd.
Hyundai Engineering Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Country Garden Danga Bay
Country Garden Danga Bay
Hitachi Sunway Information Systems Sdn Bhd.
Grohe Malaysia and Lixil Group Corporation
Cuckoo International (MAL) Sdn Bhd.
Symphony Hills Sdn Bhd / UEM Sunrise Bhd.
AIG Ltd, Berjaya Air, Chailease International Financial Services Co Ltd
WA Skills Training Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Robert Bosch group of companies, Germany
Tseng Chin-I, Taiwan
Lim Jen Sen
Prithpal Singh Sandu, Singapore
Work highlights
- Represented Hyundai Co Ltd at the Court of Appeal in a dispute involving the construction of a gas turbine power facility and successfully overturned the High Court’s decision.
- Representing Country Garden Danga Bay in defending a class action lawsuit commenced by 49 purchasers of condominium units, where the purchasers alleged misrepresentation.
- Representing Hitachi Sunway Information Systems in a claim against Carse, for purported late payment interest and in defending a counterclaim by Carsem amounting to RM29m.
AmerBON
The team at AmerBON regularly acts for individuals, statutory commissions, and government-linked companies in handling a range of civil, criminal, and public interest litigation matters. Edmund Bon Tai Soon, who has demonstrable experience in the appellate courts and in dealing with shareholder-director disputes, leads the team alongside Amer Hamzah Bin Arshad, who frequently defends individuals and corporations in criminal trials and appeals.
Practice head(s):
Edmund Bon Tai Soon; Amer Hamzah Bin Arshad
Other key lawyers:
Khor Xiou Shan (Valen); New Sin Yew
Testimonials
‘Their lawyers are dedicated to their job in solving the issues of the client.’
‘Khor Xiou Shan (Valen) is a very professional and dedicated lawyer. She is passionate about her work and able to solve problems for her clients.’
‘The team was very prompt, responsive, responsible and knowledgeable in the areas they were engaged to do. Queries and replies were promptly answered by the team and the answers given would always be comprehensive and to the point.’
Key clients
A stateless mother and her 3 stateless children
Low Thiam Hock
Geutanyoe Foundation
Members of the indigenous Temoq Tribe
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
GIIB Rubber Compound Sdn Bhd — Wong Ping Kiong and Tai Boon Wee
Badan Peguam Malaysia (The Malaysian Bar)
Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim
Johnichal Rayong Anak Ngipa
Revenue Group Berhad — Brian Ng Shih Chiow and Dino Ng Shih Fang
Rigid Development Group Sdn Bhd
Sumber Khazanah Sdn Bhd
Mujur Sepakat Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Acted for the United Nations Development Programme and drafted the national baseline assessment for business and human rights in Malaysia.
- Representing Sumber Khazanah in court proceedings for a construction matter with the intention of recovering outstanding payments amounting to RM37,248,241.18.
- Representing Rigid Development Group in the pursuit of its claims through adjudication under the Construction Industry Payment & Adjudication Act 2012.
Harold & Lam Partnership
Boutique firm Harold & Lam Partnership handle a wide range of disputes, from banking and finance and commercial transactions, to employment, land, and insolvency matters. The team is jointly led by Harold Tan Kok Leng, who primarily focuses on commercial and tax disputes, and Rohan Arasoo Jeyabalah, who is frequently involved in construction and labour related matters. Amy Hiew Kar Yi handles corporate transactions and project advisory work, and is a notable member of the team.
Practice head(s):
Harold Tan Kok Leng; Rohan Arasoo Jeyabalah
Other key lawyers:
Amy Hiew Kar Yi
Testimonials
‘The team is very responsive. They work well with overseas counsel on matters which have a cross-border element.’
‘Amy Hiew Kar Yi is a solid lawyer. Her responses are timely and accurate.’
‘Rohan Arasoo Jeyabalah is very efficient, knowledgeable, and never fails to deliver. He has very good client skills.’
Key clients
Nation Park Sdn Bhd (in liquidation)
EG Vision Online Sdn Bhd
Sunway PKNS Sdn Bhd
Sunway Construction Sdn Bhd
United Shipping Logistics Sdn Bhd
Ocned Water Technology Sdn Bhd
Target Resources Sdn Bhd
Peeran Syed Mohamed Syed Mahaboob
Sym World Resources Sdn Bhd
Altus Oil & Gas Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Ahmad Zaki Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Representing a company in liquidation (Nation Park Sdn Bhd) to commence a suit against the estate of a deceased director of the company, for the recovery of certain debts in outstanding director’s loans, and also for damages arising from wrongful recordings of the company’s accounts by the deceased director, amounting to over RM7.3m.
- Representing Peeran Syed Mohamed in defending a defamation suit initiated by two individuals against him.
Izral Partnership
Engaged by various government-linked corporations, high-net-worth individuals, and public listed companies, the ‘agile and approachable’ team at Izral Partnership focus on shareholder disputes, defamation matters, and civil fraud litigation cases. The practice is jointly led by Mohd Izral Khairy and Tharminder Singh.
Practice head(s):
Mohd Izral Khairy; Tharminder Singh
Testimonials
‘Experienced, well-versed in multiple legal issues, agile, and approachable.’
‘The team is very efficient and dynamic, under capable leadership. They are constantly thinking out of the box.’
‘Apart from knowledge of the law, the partners are always thinking ahead on the pros and cons and in doing so, are able deploy the correct strategy tailored towards the needs of the clients.’
Key clients
Nestle Malaysia Berhad
Whealthfields Lohmann
Eco World Development Group Berhad
HCK Capital Group Berhad
Star Media Group Berhad
Media Prima Berhad
TH Heavy Engineering Berhad
UDA Holdings Berhad
MAHSA University
Segi University and Colleges
Kwong Hing Group
Supreme Power Auto Sdn Bhd
Malaysian Association of Orthodontists
Binjai Residency Management Corporation
Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd
Qualitas Healthcare Corporation Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Defending The Star Media Group in a defamation case.
- Representing Ouji Seiyaku against its Malaysian distributor for fraud, conspiracy to defraud, and the conversion of goods.
- Representing several beneficiaries of the estate of Raja Dato’ Nong Chik bin Raja Ishak in an action against the administrators.
Josephine, L K Chow & Co
Josephine, L K Chow & Co’s team handles an array of disputes including contract, corporate, commercial, and estate administration litigation. The firm’s scope of work also extends to working on IP cases, with a particular focus on copyright infringement, patent litigation, and trademark disputes. The team is co-led by Cyndi Chow Li Kian, Yip Huen Weng, Peh Khaik Kew, and Edward Saw Keat Leong.
Practice head(s):
Cyndi Chow Li Kian; Yip Huen Weng; Peh Khaik Kew; Edward Saw Keat Leong
Testimonials
‘The team is well coordinated and led by a good senior partner.’
‘The lawyers are experienced, thorough, knowledgeable, and professional in providing advice and guidance. The work is done efficiently, and any questions were answered satisfactorily and in due time.’
‘Cyndi Chow Li Kian tackles situations well, offering both short- and long-term solutions.’
Key clients
Tan Hooi Min, Shim Ai Lek
St John Ambulans Malaysia
Agasta Co. Ltd And Nippon Export and Investment Insurance
Nissei Build Asia Pte Ltd
Goldbell Equipment Sdn. Bhd.
Sri Kim Construction Sdn. Bhd.
LAW Partnership
LAW Partnership’s dispute resolution department is frequently engaged by large corporations, public listed companies, and multinational companies, to act on matters including trademark infringement and defamation cases. Suaran Singh Sidhu, who is noted for his litigation knowledge, leads the practice alongside Brian Law, an IP litigation specialist, and Nimisha Jaya Gobi, who is recognised for her expertise in commercial and employment disputes.
Practice head(s):
Suaran Singh Sidhu; Brian Law; Nimisha Jaya Gobi
Key clients
Rotta Research Laboratorium S.p.A and Antah Pharma Sdn Bhd
TIME dotcom Berhad
Work highlights
- Representing Rotta Research Laboratorium and Antah Pharma Sdn Bhd in a suit against six defendants for trademark infringement, passing off and breach of confidential information.
- Representing TIME dotcom in preparation for a suit against a defamatory article written and published on the various tabloid websites.
Liza Khan
Liza Khan’s dispute practice engages with clients across various industries, ranging from IT, real estate, sales, and construction. The team is jointly led by Norliza Rasool Khan, who specialises in corporate and commercial advisory work, and Shankar Govinth, who frequently works on civil litigation matters and contractual disputes. Hillary Khong Li Yien and Nabilah Aryssa Mohamad Askandar are key associates in the group.
Practice head(s):
Norliza Rasool Khan; Shankar Govinth
Other key lawyers:
Hillary Khong Li Yien; Nabilah Aryssa Mohamad Askandar
Testimonials
‘Norliza Rasool Khan is attentive and proactive.’
‘A diverse team that brings together professionals with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives is a key strength.’
‘The team has a broad range of experience which makes them suitable for all our requirements. The turnaround time and speed of execution is very impressive.’
Key clients
Alfa-Meli Oilfield Services Sdn Bhd
Herbalife Products (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
Sepang Circuit Sdn Bhd
Human Resources Development Fund
Herbalife Global Business Centre SB
Suria Labs Development Sdn Bhd
Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd
Tan Peng Sam
Hemraj & Co
NRV F&B Sdn Bhd
Aniell Sabhneni
Loke Kam Wing
Thago (M) Sdn Bhd
Muhammad Apri Bin Jaidir
Kumpulan Kuda Sdn Bhd
Sunrise Advisory (M) Sdn Bhd
Chang Ai Nee & Choong Chee Meng
Fixus Construction Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Succeeded in an appeal to the Federal Court by Hemraj Sdn Bhd against an order obtained by Tenaga Nasional Berhad, that they are liable for purported damage to an electric cable.
- Successfully obtained a Norwich Pharmacal Order for Herbalife Nutrition Sdn Bhd against an online platform whereupon the platform was ordered by the court to provide information of persons selling ‘tampered’ and ‘fake’ Herbalife products online.
- Succeeded in obtaining summary judgement for Suria Labs Development Sdn Bhd against a director/shareholder of its client for unpaid amounts pursuant to app development services provided under a service agreement.
Ng Kee Way & Co.
Ng Kee Way & Co.’s dispute resolution practice is jointly led by Ng Kee Way and Khoo Ai Theng. The firm’s scope of work includes arbitration, adjudication, and commercial litigation, in addition to handling labour and employment work. Elsewhere, the team has demonstrable experience in construction law, defamation, and civil litigation cases.
Practice head(s):
Ng Kee Way; Khoo Ai Theng
Testimonials
‘Ng Kee Way was very professional and good in handling the case. Services were superb.’
‘An exceptional team of lawyers.’
Work highlights
- Assisting a supplier in a claim against a main contractor, relating to the supply of labour and failure to make payment.
- Defending a subcontractor client in a failed payment case.
- Assisting a Malaysian father in obtaining an injunction to restrain his foreign wife from taking their child out of the country.
Ooi & Ooi
Boutique firm Ooi & Ooi specialises in dispute resolution matters within the real estate and construction industries. The practice is co-led by Nicholas Ooi and Natalie Ooi, who draw strengths from their combined experience in litigation, adjudication, and arbitration proceedings.
Practice head(s):
Nicholas Ooi; Natalie Ooi
Testimonials
‘Ooi & Ooi helped our firm to win a dispute case. Their points are sharp and well thought-out. The team works hard to study the details of the case.’
‘Natalie Ooi and Nicholas Ooi are good lawyers and help clients analyse cases and provide professional opinions and suggestions.’
‘The quality of their work was impressive; precise, to the point, and with excellent clarity.’
‘Nicholas Ooi and Natalie Ooi have a way of breaking down legal arguments and nuances.’
Key clients
Lion Global Forwarding Sdn. Bhd.
Lion Global Forwarding Pty Ltd
Wong Chan Keong
ASP Medical Clinic Sdn. Bhd.
BCB Berhad
Camel Power Trading Sdn. Bhd.
Country Heights Damansara KL Residents’ Association
Eng Kah Corporation Bhd.
E-Pro Systems Sdn. Bhd.
Jub Padu
Work highlights
- Acted for BCB Berhad and successfully removed the arbitrator of an ad hoc arbitration under the new Malaysian Arbitration Act 2005, due to material breaches of natural justice.
- Acted for Geoforce East and successfully argued at the Federal Court that companies who fail to pay adjudicated sums awarded under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (CIPAA) should be wound up notwithstanding the interim finality of adjudicated sums awarded under CIPAA.
- Acting for BCB and obtained ex-parte interim injunction and Anton Piller orders to prevent a RM74m land sale from taking place to other parties.
Richard Wee Chambers
The ‘reliable and diligent’ disputes team at Richard Wee Chambers is noted for its broad offering, which ranges from corporate and property services, to work involving sports law and employment matters. Regularly appearing at all levels of the Malaysian Courts, the team is led by Darren Lai, who also advises on shareholder rights and directors’ duties. The ‘innovative and forward-thinking’ Richard Wee is a valuable member of the group and is known for handling various corporate matters such as multi-layered contracts and international commercial transactions.
Practice head(s):
Darren Lai
Other key lawyers:
Richard Wee; Chew Zhen Tao
Testimonials
‘The lawyers are experienced and competent, they have good collaboration skills, and constantly keep their clients updated on the status of legal proceedings.’
‘Darren Lai and Chew Zhen Tao are reliable and diligent in their work, humble, and very cooperative as they are willing to listen to our opinions and adjust their strategy accordingly’
‘RWC has made a name for itself as the top sports law firm in Malaysia from its inception. I have engaged the firm for litigation and dispute resolution matters and have found them to be competent and very capable in handling complex matters.’
Key clients
Pilots of Air Asia v AirAsia
Mohd Syed Bin Syed Jamaludin
Lim Roei Fen
Purchasers of Kajang Villa
Tan Leng Keat, Andrew
Bukit Baru Villas Sdn. Bhd.
Lim Chin Aun, Matthew
Messrs. Darren Lim & Lee
Wong Chian Vui
Yokohama Distribution Services Sdn. Bhd.
Oscar Yap Wei Ben
Irene Hartanto @ Tan Hian Lie
Teo Gaik Seang
Prima Group Sdn. Bhd.
Chevron Malaysia Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Base Petronas Chemicals Sdn. Bhd. (BPC) on various corporate litigation matters.
- Acted for Yokohama Distribution Services Sdn. Bhd. on a range of matters relating to credit control, as well as tenancy advisory and compliance issues.
- Advised the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation (MGTC) on various construction and procurement contracts, with a view to help MGTC adhere to climate change policies.
Sanjay Mohan
Sanjay Mohan’s practice often represents Malaysian public listed companies in litigation, arbitration, and adjudication proceedings. The firm is involved in a broad range of disputes work, ranging from engineering and energy, and construction. Jointly led by Sanjay Mohan, a specialist in construction litigation and shareholder disputes, and Gobinath Karuppan, who is recognised for his know-how in land disputes, the team also handles contentious company and insolvency disputes. Saheran Suhendran is noted for his restructuring work, while Wong Li-Wei handles general commercial and civil disputes.
Practice head(s):
Sanjay Mohan; Gobinath Karuppan
Other key lawyers:
Saheran Suhendran; Wong Li-Wei
Testimonials
‘A specialist contentious construction team.’
‘Experienced in dispute resolution, hands-on approach, and attention-to-detail.’
‘Sanjay Mohan is a seasoned litigator and is able to think on his feet. He is ably supported by Wong Li-Wei who is a competent law practitioner herself.’
Key clients
Vahana Holdings Sdn Bhd
Awana JV Suria Saga Sdn Bhd
KTCC Mall Sdn Bhd
Work at Be Sdn Bhd
Bludream City Development Sdn Bhd
Malaysia Building Society Berhad
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Lion Pacific Sdn Bhd
Amona Ranhill Consortium Sdn Bhd
Sycal Berhad
Work highlights
- Acting for Country Heights Holdings Berhad (a Malaysian public listed company) against a state government entity, in a shareholders’ dispute amounting to RM455m.
- Defending Sunway Construction Sdn Bhd (a Malaysian public listed company) in a RM700m dispute in relation to trespass and nuisance.
- Acing for AirAsiaX Berhad (a Malaysian public listed company) in the first airline debt restructuring scheme in Malaysia.
Tan Shang Neng
Tan Shang Neng’s offering specialises in civil, commercial, and corporate disputes, where staple clients include Malaysian listed companies, high-net-worth individuals, and multinational corporations. Tan Shang Neng is a ‘skilful advocate’ and spearheads the practice with demonstrable experience in the practice, including activity in the employment and energy disputes fields.
Practice head(s):
Tan Shang Neng
Testimonials
‘The personal attention to all matters is much appreciated. The knowledge of court procedures and time-keeping abilities is excellent.’
‘Clued on and responsive.’
‘Tan Shang Neng is not just a smart litigator but a jewel to work with.’
Key clients
Sodexo Services Asia Pte Ltd
One Glove Group Berhad / Onetexx Sdn Bhd
Ernst & Young
Ricky Wong Shee Kai
Oil Partners LLC
Koshguard Sdn Bhd
Golden Palm Growers Berhad
China Comservice (HK) Limited / China Communications Services Corporation Limited
MIMS Career Sdn Bhd
Jesvant Singh