Linklaters has a well established Asia employment and incentives practice, which is headquartered in Singapore. The wide-ranging practice covers advisory, transactional, and contentious work, from contract reviews right through to disputes, harassment and investigations. It remains particularly committed to the financial services, asset management and technology sectors, though operates across multiple industries. Head of the firm’s Asia employment and incentives practice, Laure de Panafieu (‘goes above and beyond’) is a standout practitioner, noted for her leadership in cross-border transactions, outsourcings and restructurings, along with contentious matters such as contested team moves, employee terminations, and discrimination and harassment allegations. The highly rated Chaiyee Oh was promoted to counsel in May 2024.
Testimonials
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‘Linklaters is one of the best law firms in the region. They are practical with their advice. They think from our perspective.'
‘It's the personal touch, when a question is asked of a partner, they takes time to provide a thoughtful reply. The firm-wide collaboration is also a big plus - we are able to get multiple perspectives to a question.’