WongPartnership LLP houses a ‘highly professional, diverse and extremely knowledgeable’ team, which advises on disputes across a broad range of sectors such as energy, oil and gas, healthcare, and technology. Chou Sean Yu heads the litigation and disputes team, while Koh Swee Yen leads the international arbitration practice. Described as ’an expert in arbitration and a well-recognised individual in the legal community’, Koh acts for both prominent companies and sovereign governments. Wendy Lin is another recommended member of the team with expertise in navigating high-value commercial disputes. Joel Quek is also noted for his experience with investment treaty arbitrations. The team is strengthened with the addition of Daniel Gaw, who joined from Dechert in January 2024.
Testimonials
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- 'Wendy Lin has got a razor-sharp mind with rare strategic thinking. She is a safe pair of hands when it comes to complex matters.'
- 'Monica Chong Wan Yee is superb and a pleasure to work with. She is always commercially sensible and technically excellent. Everything becomes easy when working with her. She is definitely a lawyer that you need on your side.'
- 'One of the key strengths of Wong is their profound understanding of the Asian market. They stay abreast of the latest trends, regulations, and industry developments, which allows them to provide relevant and timely advice to their clients.'
- 'Koh Swee Yen is an expert in arbitration and a well-recognized individual in the legal community. She has established herself as a leading authority in the field of arbitration. She has an exceptional ability to navigate complex legal issues and provide clear and strategic advice to clients.'
- 'Wendy Lin consistently goes the extra mile. She is helpful and provides valuable advice.'
- 'The team is absolutely stellar. They consistently deliver outstanding results in record time, showcasing their efficiency and dedication.'
- 'They are a highly professional, diverse and extremely knowledgeable team that provides tailored advice in a timely and cost-efficient manner.'
- 'They have outstanding legal knowledge. They are market leaders in arbitration and arbitration-related litigation with unmatched capacity to deal with complex international matters.'
Key clients
- Deutsche Telekom AG
- Lao Holdings N.V.
- Sanum Investments Ltd
- KPN Energy Holding
- Fullerton Bay Investment Limited
- Thai-Lao Lignite
- Byrich Holdings Limited
- Amazon.com NV Investment Holdings LLC
- WeMade Co., Ltd
- The Republic of India
- Greenko Group
- China Huadian Engineering Co., Ltd
- Jiangsu Sanchao Diamond Tools Co., Ltd.
- FOMAS Group
- Seatrium Group
- Nera Telecommunications
- Yongtai Energy Pte Ltd
- Bonanza Footwear International Limited
- Independent State of Papua New Guinea
Work highlights
- Acted for Deutsche Telekom AG in Singapore enforcement proceedings to enforce an investment treaty arbitration award in excess of USD 150 million against the Republic of India.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chou Sean Yu, Koh Swee Yen