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Rajah & Tann Asia

Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Malaysia

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Rajah & Tann Asia

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We support our clients from inception to the final close out of construction projects. With the best possible legal advice from a team with long and wide experience and cutting edge knowledge of the key issues affecting the industry, clients are assured of minimizing project risk. Should a dispute be unavoidable, our clients are also backed by a professional team, which has a strong reputation for resolving complex high-end disputes.

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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Malaysia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Christopher & Lee Ong has a leading projects legal team in Malaysia, known in the market for its extensive regional expertise in power and infrastructure. The team is able to advise on both project finance and development, frequently acting on renewable energy projects, including hydro and solar energy, as well as infrastructure projects. Additionally, the group is well placed to assist clients with construction and O&M agreements. The firm represents both Malaysian and international clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Christopher & Lee Ong advised DigitalEdge on its joint venture arrangement with Equalbase on the development of a greenfield data centre campus in Johor.

Strengths

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  • The team is particularly skilled at advising on complex matters, balancing legal risk and practical business outcomes.

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  • Christopher & Lee Ong has been consistently ranked among the top firms to work with in the infrastructure and construction sector, and it is shown in their handling and input during the matter.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Christopher Lee
    Christopher Lee

    Christopher Lee

    Christopher Lee is a partner at Christopher & Lee Ong and is based in Kuala Lumpur. A pre-eminent lawyer in this space, he advises on the financing, construction and development of projects in a range of sectors, including renewable energy and infrastructure.
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  • Jack Chor
    Jack Chor

    Jack Chor

    Jack Chor is a partner based in Kuala Lumpur who boasts a solid reputation in Malaysia's projects market. He has notable expertise in renewable energy regulatory issues and project development.

    • Jack will advocate firmly on your behalf. He is a great personality.

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    • He is probably the best commercial lawyer that we know of. He actually has a great sense of empathy with the client.

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  • Siaw Wan Lim
    Siaw Wan Lim

    Siaw Wan Lim

    Lim Siaw Wan is a partner based in Kuala Lumpur. She has a growing legal practice and is noted by market commentators for her expertise in this space. She has particular strength in project development, including for infrastructure and power mandates.
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