Chambers Review
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Construction: Domestic - Singapore
What the Team is Known For
The contentious construction law group at CMS acts for a range of contractors, subcontractors, engineering companies and manufacturers in the Singapore market. The team handles a wide range of disputes, including adjudication and arbitration, relating to delay and design claims, among others. The firm is particularly active on mandates in the property and energy sectors, and engaged for some regional matters, as well as those in Singapore.
Strengths
CMS not only possess a strong grasp of legal intricacies but also consistently provides a range of well-thought-out strategies for our consideration.
CMS provides efficient communication in a very short time frame. The law firm gives clear guidance for us to avoid misunderstandings and unfavourable situations.
Work Highlights
CMS advised China Jingye Engineering Corporation on several complex tunnelling and rail projects, including the SGD1.2 billion Bedock South Station project and the Changi East depot project.
Notable practitioners
Kelvin Aw is well versed in contentious matters, including international arbitration. His experience in construction spans disputes about industrial building, commercial development and reclamation and rail projects.
Kelvin Aw is very knowledgeable and well tuned to clients' expectations.
Kelvin Aw's advice is always on hand when required. He can analyse our doubts and clearly explain things. He is a critical thinker.
She provides advice in an efficient and easily understandable way and guides us through the process with extreme care to the details.
She has an ability to pick up on any case despite the very short notice and deliver an equally impressive response.
