Harry Elias Partnership
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Harry Elias Partnership has deep specialisation in construction and engineering within its ranks and has ‘excellent knowledge of the construction market’. The firm is best known for domestic and international contentious proceedings, including litigation, arbitration and adjudication, though has a fine record in front-end matters. It continues to be noted for its experience in marine engineering, dredging, land reclamation and shore protection having advised on the Tuas Mega Port project and Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort. Underground tunnelling and rail projects are fortes for the firm. It also advises a range of developers and contractors on large-scale real estate developments in Singapore, China, Indonesia and Vietnam, among other jurisdictions. Tan Chau Yee heads the construction and engineering group and has an outstanding record in major front-end engagements. Yvonne Foo is solely dedicated to the construction field, both front-end and disputes matters. Joanna Seetoh, who joined the firm in May 2022 from LVM Law Chambers LLC, is another construction and engineering specialist, while Conrad Campos arrived from RHTLaw Asia LLP in April 2023, bringing additional contentious construction expertise.
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‘Yvonne Foo has an excellent legal brain, real commercial savvy and an unrelenting work ethic. I recommend her highly.’
‘They are a small team but very efficient. I like the team following closely our issues and being proactive in this respect.’
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Key clients
- AGC Holdings Ltd
- BRC Asia Limited (including subsidiary Lee Wielded Mesh Singapore P/L)
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Work highlights
- Appointed as the claims specialist to the project manager, superintending officer and employer for the Tuas Terminal Port Project 1.
- Appointed by the insurers to act for and defend YTL against claims by HSL Constructor and Public Utilities Board (PUB) for damage caused to PUB’s water pipe and other losses due to ground stress exerted at the site for the improvement to Bedok Canal.
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