Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Singapore
Band 4
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Baker McKenzie offers a broad range of arbitration capabilities, including activity in energy, construction and telecoms disputes. The team also handles a range of commercial cases, regularly cooperating with other Baker McKenzie offices in the region to provide a joined-up service to clients for multi-jurisdictional cases. The firm manages matters under the rules of leading institutions, including the ICC and SIAC, in addition to assisting with ad hoc arbitrations held under UNCITRAL rules. Baker McKenzie's client base includes an impressive array of multinationals that are in dispute with other companies and state-owned entities.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow represented Border Timbers and Hangani Development in Singapore Court proceedings to enforce an ICSID award that its clients received against the Republic of Zimbabwe.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It doesn't matter how complex and sophisticated the case is, the firm can handle it."
"It doesn't matter how complex and sophisticated the case is, the firm can handle it."
Notable Practitioners
Nandakumar Ponniya has led commercial and investment arbitrations before SIAC and is especially recognised for his focus on construction and contractual issues. He is particularly adept at handling arbitrations related to the energy and natural resources sector.
"Nandakumar is very impressive in his advocacy skill set."
Richard Allen regularly acts in complex commercial arbitration and international investment arbitration matters. He has particular expertise in disputes involving the oil and gas, power, commodities and aviation industries.
"He gives clear recommendations and advice, and builds trust and confidence."
Ranked Lawyers at
Baker McKenzie
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