Construction
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Malaysia
Band 3
Email address
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+60 3 2698 6255Chambers Review
Zain & Co in Malaysia is a member firm of global law firm Dentons and has a solid construction department. It often handles construction disputes, including adjudication, litigation and arbitration. The team regularly represents project employers and contractors, including in claims arising from high-profile transportation and real estate development projects in Malaysia. Clients include Turnpike Synergy and Projek Lintasan Kota Holdings.
Work Highlights
- Zain & Co represented a multinational power and engineering construction company, as the main contractor for the design and land reclamation and associated works for the Melaka Gateway Project, in disputes with the project owner.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Zain & Co is very responsive and updates the client in a timely manner. The firm provides clear advice."
"Zain & Co is very responsive and updates the client in a timely manner. The firm provides clear advice."
Notable Practitioners
Vatsala Ratnasabapathy focuses on construction and infrastructure disputes in Malaysia, including both litigation and arbitration, as well as adjudication.
"Vatsala has an exceptional level of client service marked by a level of sophistication that reflects a deep understanding of the intricacies of the legal landscape. Her insightful commercial vision further ensures strategic and tailored solutions to meet her clients' needs."
"Vatsala has very strong knowledge of the law and is very responsive to queries from the client. She delivers her work in a timely manner."