Meet the team

Dispute Resolution Practice Group

Yuen Law LLC

Singapore, Singapore
+65 6536 6037
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Deals

Successfully secured an award in equitable compensation for our client, in a lawsuit concerning a breach of trust deed in relation to shares of a Malaysian Company. An appeal filed by the defendant in the High Court was subsequently dismissed. Eller, Urs v Cheong Kiat Wah [2021] SGHC 253, [2020] SGHC 106

Presented a compelling defence for our client, who was one of several parties sued by a party to a joint venture. The claimant sought indemnity and damages, alleging that the defendants breached an exit agreement by failing to service a loan. The dispute involved issues regarding contract formation. The Court found that the claimant failed to prove that our client was a party to the exit agreement. Choong Cher Siong Ronnie v Florensia Leovanny Liong and others, [2022] SGDC 286

Successfully defended two out of three defendants named in a claim for relief against minority oppression initiated by their investor. The claimant alleged that he had been excluded from conduct of the company’s affairs and that his shares were wrongfully diluted. The Court found that there was no unfair dilution of shares. Lim Tong Zhen Kevryn v Cheo Jean Sheng and others [2022] SGHC 315

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Team Services

Yuen Law’s dispute resolution practitioners undertake a broad breadth of work including shareholders disputes, commercial disputes, equity and trust claims, investment disputes, employment disputes, debt recovery, construction claims, medical negligence claims, insurance claims and defamation.

The group is sought out by private individuals as well as corporate clients, including high-net-worth business owners. Our key clients include companies in technology, consumer goods and services, life sciences, financial services, construction and pharmaceuticals sectors.

We enable our clients to, in the words of Theodore Roosevelt, “speak softly and carry a big stick”. We understand the challenges that businesses – small and medium-sized firms, in particular – face with limited resources, and we stand as champions and advocates for our clients’ rights and interests, no matter the case’s scope or complexity.

The practice group is led by Director Amos Cai. Other key contacts include Director Denise Teo and Associate Director Lim Yun Heng.

Testimonials

Client Feedback in Benchmark Litigation

“They are meticulous in all details. They also are very prompt in their responses and they also give very sound and practical legal advice.”  

 

Client Feedback in Asialaw

“They have been professional in handling the matter, and also seem to show a good prior knowledge with cases similar to my own. They are generally responsive also to my updates and needs.”

Edwin Kheng

“Amos Cai is a professional, highly-skilled and very eloquent litigator. I’ve personally seen how he is able to manage sensitive and delicate issues and help the client to solve problems and strategize the best course of action. Highly recommended for legal disputes, no matter how challenging or difficult the circumstances.”

Warda Shariff

“Amos Cai is one of the best litigation lawyer I have know over decades of experience with lawyers. He stand out from the rest with his professional advise and having client’s interest at heart. The person I trust and leave all my legal matters to and feel at peace.”

TG Holmes

“I had an unresolved issue with a developer after taking possession of my unit for many months without any end in sight. Amos was able to quickly understand the issue, and advise me on the resolution options. After discussing the options, we agreed and flexibly updated the path forward, to get to a successful outcome agreed with all parties. It was Amos’ understanding of the issue and options that gave me the confidence to go with Yuen Law.”

Henry Chee

“I recently engaged Amos from Yuen Law to understand my Legal position and options while facing a claim of Liquidation Damages. Amos is highly pragmatic and precise. The consultation is very helpful in highlighting my blind spots, legally and morally. I felt very well taken care and calm after speaking with Amos. I would highly recommend him.”

Ahoy Mate

“There are times I feel frustrated and anxious, especially when it comes to legal issues. The legal team at Yuen Law LLC are patient to guide us along the way and explaining to us the events that unfolded and assured us even when I may have doubts at times. Finally, we have gotten ahead and can finally put this behind us. I sincerely thank Amos, Keyun and Denise for helping us along the way.”

Dispute Resolution Client

“There are times I feel frustrated and anxious, especially when it comes to legal issues. The legal team at Yuen Law LLC are patient to guide us along the way and explaining to us the events that unfolded and assured us even when I may have doubts at times. Finally, we have gotten ahead and can finally put this behind us. I sincerely thank Amos and team for helping us along the way.”

Dispute Resolution Client

“There was one time I needed some legal advice and decided to consult a lawyer. Amos Cai was one of the first to get back to me and we arranged an appointment. Amos provided sharp, valuable and relatable advice on the issue I was facing, and enlightened me on certain queries I had – it was sort of a Law 101 for me. He also offered to answer any follow up questions I may have on the same issue after the session, seeing how the new understanding I have gained will take some time to sink in. I highly recommend Yuen Law for their professionalism and speed of execution.”

Awards and Recognition

Benchmark Litigation

Notable Firm in Commercial and Transactions Disputes (2023)

Asialaw

Notable Firm in Dispute Resolution (2024, 2023)