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Drew & Napier LLC

Dispute Resolution: Litigation

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Drew & Napier LLC

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Singapore

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Drew & Napier is a leader in the litigation field, deftly handling the highest profile matters before the Singapore and international courts. The team has a wealth of experience in cross-border cases, with expertise that covers the full range of litigation work, including fraud and general commercial disputes such as shareholder and joint venture disputes. The firm skilfully advises significant clients, such as governments, high net worth individuals and large companies. The department is involved in major cases in the finance sector, both for and opposite financial institutions. The practice acts for both plaintiffs and defendants.

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Work Highlights

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  • Drew & Napier successfully represented the liquidators of Hin Leong Trading in obtaining a judgment of USD3.5 billion against former oil tycoon, Lim Oon Kuin and his two children in a fraudulent trading case in Singapore.

Strengths

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  • They are one of the best on the island.

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  • The key differentiator is that you can fully entrust a matter to Drew & Napier safe in the knowledge that they will produce the best possible work product on time and with a minimum amount of fuss.

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  • Their guidance on how we can strategically manoeuvre and resolve the disputes positively is first class.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cavinder Bull
    Cavinder Bull

    Cavinder Bull

    Cavinder Bull SC is well known for his regular involvement in high value and high profile mandates. He is a go-to litigator for high stakes matters that are often international in nature.

    • He is arguably the best in terms of advocacy in Singapore right now.

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    • Cavinder is a first-rate litigator. He is always ready with an answer to any question and his advocacy is only matched by his dedication and the work he puts into each file. He is truly incomparable.

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    • He is one of the top arbitration and disputes lawyers not only in Singapore but the world.

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  • Jimmy Yim
    Jimmy Yim

    Jimmy Yim

    Jimmy Yim SC is experienced before the High Court and International Commercial Court in Singapore. He is particularly active in shareholder and construction matters.

    • You can trust him to resolve issues and win cases for you.

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  • Blossom Hing
    Blossom Hing

    Blossom Hing

    Blossom Hing SC has a specialism in financial services cases and is endorsed by market commentators for her expertise in insolvency.

    • Blossom's written advocacy is very, very strong.

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    • Her advocacy skills have been excellent. She also has good relationships with the courts in Singapore. She is at the top of my list.

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  • Mahesh Rai
    Mahesh Rai

    Mahesh Rai

    Mahesh Rai regularly appears in the High Court, leading in a variety of cross-border disputes. He is well-versed in advising international clients on shareholder disputes.

    • Mahesh is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He is hard-working, super commercial and very sharp.

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  • Randolph Khoo
    Randolph Khoo

    Randolph Khoo

    Randolph Khoo is experienced in cross-border litigation and is also considered an expert in family disputes. He is especially recognised for his China focus.

    • The clarity of Randolph's explanation is very good and he is an enjoyable individual to work with.

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  • Adam Maniam
    Adam Maniam

    Adam Maniam

    Adam Maniam is the director of the dispute resolution practice at Drew & Napier. He is well-regarded for his focus on criminal litigation and has been involved in multi-jurisdictional litigation involving financial investigations and claims of fraud.

    • Adam has provided support on some time critical work. He is very meticulous.

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    • Adam has represented clients in a number of high profile cases and is regularly recommended by peers.

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