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Allen & Gledhill LLP

Arbitration (International)

Global Guide 2026 : Asia-Pacific Region

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Allen & Gledhill LLP

About

Provided by Allen & Gledhill LLP

Our International Arbitration Practice is one of the largest in South-east Asia and we have particular depth and expertise in handling complex international disputes in the areas of infrastructure, energy, cross-border investments, trade and transport. We regularly represent clients in disputes arising in Asia. We also manage disputes occurring in multiple jurisdictions.

Several members of our Practice are Fellows or Associates of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) experienced in International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) and the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) arbitrations, both within and outside of Singapore. Our lawyers act for a select clientele comprising multinationals, local blue chip companies, financial institutions, government agencies and statutory boards.

Industries (12)

  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Utilities
  • Education

Chambers Review

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Arbitration (International) - Asia-Pacific Region

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Allen & Gledhill LLP has a substantial, specialised bench with a close focus on arbitrated commercial disputes arising in South and South-East Asia. It is frequently active on matters involving businesses headquartered elsewhere on the continent and particularly active on matters with Indian or Malaysian connections, in addition to those concerning Singaporean parties. The team is often instructed on cases relating to construction, power generation, oil and gas, and transportation issues, and is especially familiar with the SIAC and AIAC arbitral regimes. It is also active in arbitrations generated by projects and investments outside the region. The firm acts for both public and private sector clients, winning particular praise for its understanding of government agency perspectives.
Notable practitioners

Partners Chong Yee Leong and Dinesh Dhillon co-head the international arbitration practice.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • What Allen & Gledhill brings to the table is gravitas - local judges and arbitrators know of the firm. It is one of the largest law firms in Singapore and well regarded in the industry here.

    Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal

  • It is an experienced, knowledgeable and capable team and we find the advice to be focused, sharp and practical, keeping the client's interest in mind.

    Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal

  • The lawyers at Allen & Gledhill did an absolutely outstanding job and were in complete control of the proceedings at all times.

    Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal

Members

Provided by Allen & Gledhill LLP

  • Kenny Yap

  • Corina Song

  • Boon Leong Chong

  • Vivian Ang

  • Yee Leong Chong

    Head of Department

  • Minn Naing Oo

  • Jason Chan

  • Andrew Yeo

  • Nicholas Tan

  • Yeow Han Yap

  • Vivekananda Neelakantan

  • Yong Seng Tay

  • Xeauwei Tan

  • Edward Tiong

  • Yin Soon Yap

  • Benjamin Koh

  • Melissa Mak

  • Si Ming Ng

  • Alexander Lawrence Yeo

  • Kamilah Kasim

  • Chien Mien Ho

  • Aik Hin Peh

  • Ramesh Kumar

  • William Ong

  • Kenneth Lim

  • Kelvin Kek

  • Allen Choong

  • Andrew Chan

  • Dao Kai Lim

  • Paul Ong

  • Sathiaseelan Jagateesan

  • Aaron Lee

  • Bik Wei Lee

  • Ramesh Selvaraj

  • Vincent Leow

  • Tse Chuan Loong

  • Fay Fong

  • Hsu Hsien Tham

  • Daniel Liang

  • Kai Liang Tan

  • Margaret Joan Ling

  • Dinesh Dhillon

    Head of Department

  • Charmelia Sugianto

  • Sophia Feng

  • Sanjiv Kumar Rajan

  • Kee Loon Chua

  • Ankit Goyal

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