William Ong
Allen & Gledhill LLP
Allen & Gledhill LLP
Client SatisfactionSingled out for its ‘exceptional legal acumen’, the team at Allen & Gledhill LLP is well-positioned to assist clients on banking, employment and shareholder disputes, as well as international arbitration and disputes arising out of M&A and other corporate transactions. Over the past decade, the team has significantly expanded its dispute resolution practice, with the firm’s growth across Southeast Asia and into China driving a notable increase in cross-border dispute cases. The practice is jointly steered by Andrew Yeo and William Ong. Yeo has extensive experience in arbitration and is active across the tech, transport and infrastructure sectors, while Ong has been lauded as a ’very commercial and thoughtful lawyer’. Elsewhere in the team, Tan Kai Liang maintains a busy practice, advising clients on corporate disputes, shareholders’ disputes and share subscriptions, and Stanley Lai regularly represents clients in investigations that are undertaken by the Personal Data Protection Commission.
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Testimonials
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- 'Tay Yong Seng and his team are always prompt to assist and give comprehensive and practical advice.'
- 'Tay Yong Seng is very knowledgeable of our industry and is always quick to respond and assist, giving clear and practical advice.'
- 'Allen & Gledhill's practice is distinguished by its exceptional legal acumen, particularly in handling complex and high-stakes litigation. Their deep expertise in cryptocurrency and blockchain law, combined with a strategic and meticulous approach, makes them a formidable force in the legal arena.'
- 'They excel in devising strategic legal solutions that align with their clients’ business objectives, ensuring favourable outcomes in complex cases.'
- 'Their thorough and meticulous approach to legal preparation and documentation ensures all aspects are comprehensively addressed. The team maintains clear and proactive communication, ensuring clients are well-informed and involved throughout the legal process.'
- 'Allen & Gledhill stand out due to their exceptional legal expertise, strategic acumen, and unwavering commitment to client success.'
- 'A reliable and dependable go-to firm for our Singapore based disputes.'
- 'William Ong is a very commercial and thoughtful lawyer who can be counted on providing clear and practical legal advice. Tan Xeauwei is a standout and dependable lawyer.'
Work highlights
- Acting for Li Qi in cross-border breach of fiduciary duties, avoidance and insolvency proceedings.
- Successfully acted for Stronghold in a dispute over failed share purchase agreement.
- Successfully acted for Yves Bouvier and MEI Invest Limited (a Hong Kong incorporated entity) regarding lifting of stay order by Accent Delight International Ltd and others.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Tan Kai Liang
Allen & Gledhill LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Yeo, William Ong