Eddie Chuah
Wong & Partners
Wong & Partners
Client SatisfactionFrequently 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.
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Testimonials
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- '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.'
- 'The team is very attentive and accommodating in all aspects. They give advice and innovative solutions in a very professional and timely manner. They are very commercial savvy and able to understand the basis of the calculation and provide suggestions to improvise for clarity.'
- 'Eddie Chuah possesses a very sharp legal and business acumen and has demonstrated his ability to give accurate and timely advice, and strategise for success. He is also able to form and articulate clear arguments with strong reasoning to persuade the presiding judge.'
- 'The lawyers are attentive and sensitive to clients' needs. Instructions are taken carefully and there is no barrier in communication.'
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.
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Kherk Ying Chew