The team at Harry Elias Partnership advises multiple local and international employers, developers, contractors, and government agencies on infrastructure and energy sector matters. The group is very experienced in handling domestic and international arbitration and litigation, and also advises on marine engineering, dredging, land reclamation and shore protection issues. Transport infrastructure projects are also prominent in the department’s workload. Practice head Tan Chau Yee has extensive experience in construction law. Restructuring law expert Justin Chia is a key name in the group, and Yvonne Foo regularly acts on construction-related matters.
Testimonials
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‘A team of capable lawyers who provide legal opinions and offer the best possible outcome to resolve any dispute that might or will arise.'
‘Communication is the key - the group has outstanding skills in understanding the circumstances and advising on steps to be taken.'
Key clients
- AGC Holdings Ltd
- BRC Asia Limited (including subsidiary Lee Wielded Mesh Singapore P/L)
Work highlights
- Acting as the Claims Specialist to Surbana Jurong Consultants for the Tuas Terminal Port Project 1, involving advising on the administration of the contract and contractor claims.
- Appointed by the insurers to defend YTL against claims brought by HSL Constructor and the Public Utilities Board regarding alleged damage to a water pipe and other losses due to ground stress at the site where improvements to Bedok Canal were taking place.