Allen & Gledhill LLP has one of the most rounded practices in the market, remaining at the forefront of front-end and disputes work in Singapore and across Southeast Asia. The firm has extensive experience in major building and infrastructure projects. Through its work for public authorities, the firm has gained the knowledge and experience to apply to a wide variety of large-scale infrastructure projects in Singapore and beyond; it acted as project counsel to Cambodia Airport Investment in the $1.5bn development of the new airport for Phnom Penh. The highly rated and hugely experienced Ho Chien Mien and Sathiaseelan Jagateesan co-head the construction and engineering practice, both having a leading position in contentious and non-contentious construction matters; Lim Dao Kai is deputy-head of the group and is noted for representing statutory boards, government-linked companies, international developers and contractors in major disputes. Chong Yee Leong is co-head of the international arbitration group and is highly rated for construction and engineering disputes. Koh En Ying and Kelvin Kek are also notable names for construction disputes, and Charmelia Sugianto is rated for front-end work

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Testimonials

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‘Independent and professional in the advisory clients’ interest clearly demonstrated by partners and lawyers who are knowledgeable and offer solutions.’
‘The team has in-depth experience in the construction industry. They are very dedicated, responsive and pay a lot of attention to details to thoroughly appraise the situation in order to provide sound and practical approach to resolve legal and contractual issues. ’
‘Ho Chien Mien is well-known for his strong competency in construction law. His deep and wide experience in contract dispute resolution were very valuable to us. He has provided sound, practical and good advice to resolve contractual disputes and avoided lengthy and costly litigation.’
‘The one who stands out for us is Ho Chien Mien. Our construction contracts are well-drafted for any disputes. Ho Chien Mien is commercially savvy and always able to guide us to find practical solutions.’
‘Sathiaseelan Jagateesan is proficient with the many legal issues in his practice and is able to give quick, practical and innovative suggestions as to how the matter might best be managed. The advice given is also clearly and effectively communicated. He always has the client's best interests at heart.’
‘The construction practice at A&G has strong knowledge and expertise in construction law in Singapore, together with other areas of law covering the ecosystem in engineering, procurement and construction. Due to their networks with industry professionals in the EPC sectors, the team is able to link up clients with other services as and when required as part of their case management strategy with clients.’
‘Kelvin Kek is highly prompt to offer legal opinions and solutions. Pragmatic in his approach towards legal issues in the best interest of client.’
‘Sathiaseelan Jagateesan is succinct and applies himself very proactively in advising on approach and strategy. His proposed solutions are pragmatic and serve our interests as clients very well.’

Work highlights

Advised Mandai Park Development on the project documentation, contract administration and the resolution of claims and disputes relating to the rejuvenation of Mandai into an integrated nature and wildlife destination in Singapore.
Advised the main contractor on the redevelopment of AXA Tower into the tallest skyscraper in Singapore.
Acted as project counsel to Cambodia Airport Investment on the $1.5bn development of new airport for Phnom Penh.