Drew & Napier LLC
Client SatisfactionPraised as ‘extremely capable’ and ’highly skilled’, the team at Drew & Napier LLC stands out as a dispute resolution powerhouse, renowned for its unparalleled depth of talent and consistently selected to handle the most complex and high-stakes cases in Singapore. Counting government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and high-net-worth individuals among its key roster of clients, the team is active across banking, construction, and intellectual property sectors. The practice is led by Randolph Khoo, who is deeply engaged in arbitration and international disputes. Cavinder Bull SC is known for his active role in complex, high-profile litigation across various sectors, regularly engaging in trial and appellate advocacy at all levels of the Singapore Courts, while Jimmy Yim SC specialises in civil and commercial law, criminal law and international commercial arbitration. Other notable individuals include: Daniel Cai, who is lauded for his ‘straight-up advice’; Joelle Tan, praised as ’meticulous, caring and prompt’; and Emmanuel Aw, who stands out for his ’empathy and approachable nature’. Siraj Omar SC left the firm in January 2025.
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Testimonials
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‘Daniel Cai is always spot on with his straight-up advice delivered quickly. Daniel's assessment of the case at a very early stage helps in not meandering meaninglessly and saves time and cost, and helps to crack-on.’
‘Kelvin Tan is commercially-minded, and offers practical advice and guidance.'
‘Joelle Tan is meticulous, caring and prompt. She goes the extra mile and is very patient.’
‘They have exceptional commitment to client service. Their strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail are amazing. Also their continuous focus on improvement and client satisfaction truly sets them apart.’
‘Emmanuel Aw stands out for his empathy and approachable nature. He is easy to reach out to, always making himself available to address any concerns or questions.'
‘Extremely capable and highly skilled team for dispute resolution.'
‘Blossom Hing is a first-rate litigator. Smart, hard-working, thoughtful and incredibly perceptive.'
Key clients
- Acute Result Holdings Limited (owned by the Chairman of Cabbeen Fashion Limited, a leading Chinese menswear designer brand)
- Apple Inc and Apple South Asia Pte Ltd
- Aviva Limited
- Bidzina Ivanishvili, Bera Ivanishvili, Ekaterine Khvedelidze, Gvantsa Ivanishvili, Tsotne Ivanishvili
- Citibank
- CMIG International Holding Pte. Ltd.
- Government of India
- Government of The Lao People’s Democratic Republic
- Hin Leong Trading (Pte.) Ltd. (In Compulsory Liquidation)
- Hyundai Engineering & Steel Industries Co. Ltd
- Marina Bay Sands
- Nike
- Pricewaterhouse Coopers Consulting (Singapore) Pte Ltd
- Sembcorp Limited
- Singapore Airlines Limited
Work highlights
- Representing represent Bidzina Ivanishvili, former prime minister of Georgia, and his family in the General Division of the High Court of the Republic of Singapore in respect of a claim they brought against Credit Suisse Trust Limited in relation to a US$1.1 billion trust.
- Acting as lead counsel for Hin Leong’s judicial managers in the largest reported fraudulent trading case in Singapore, seeking recovery of over US$3.5 billion from the directors of the company.
- Acting in the first known investor-state arbitrations ever commenced against the Lao Government. It involves a long-running and high-profile dispute between the Lao Government and two investors in its gaming and casino industry.
Lawyers
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Jimmy Yim SC
Drew & Napier LLCPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Randolph Khoo