Corporate/Commercial
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Sarawak
Band 1
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+6082-238122Chambers Review
David Allan Sagah & Teng Advocates is a well-reputed law firm in Sarawak, with offices in Kuching, Sibu, Bintulu, Miri and Serian. The firm has experience advising clients on banking, real estate, transportation and general litigation, and also handle cases for insurers. It also handles matters relating to construction, tax and IP.
Work Highlights
- David Allan Sagah & Teng Advocates acted for Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers' Association in a judicial review regarding a decision by the Malaysian Federal Court and the local Housing Tribunal. The decision made it illegal for developers to collect booking fees prior to the execution of a sale and purchase agreement, and penalised developers by enforcing liquidated damages for late delivery to be calculated from the date of payment of the booking fee.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has a large, experienced team. It is one of the biggest in Sarawak and can confidently take on any case."
"The firm has good partners, supported by capable legal associates. They are well versed in the areas of law for which we have conducted cases together."
"The firm has a large, experienced team. It is one of the biggest in Sarawak and can confidently take on any case."
"The firm has good partners, supported by capable legal associates. They are well versed in the areas of law for which we have conducted cases together."
Notable Practitioners
Allan Lao is a well-known litigator in Sarawak. He has experience working on a range of disputes, including land and corporate cases.
"Allan is smart, humble and well liked by clients."
"I found Allan so knowledgeable and always professional in his advice."
Charles Wong is a well-respected corporate lawyer who is especially active on financing, real estate and construction cases. He is skilled at handling security documentation work.
"Charles has been a pleasure to work with. His knowledge and approach to situations gives us clarity and assurance on the decisions we make based on his advice."
"Charles has been advising me incredibly on my legal dealings. He is second to none."
David Toh is a renowned lawyer in Sarawak with expertise in real estate and construction. He leads the firm's branches in Kuching and Serian and is the firm's overall managing partner.
"He provides top service."