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Linklaters

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


Linklaters

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite - Singapore

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Linklaters' international arbitration team in Singapore assists multinational clients with commercial dispute resolution. It has a notable reputation for its work in the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors and often handles disputes arising out of joint development contracts and transactions. The team regularly acts in matters under SIAC, LCIA and other institutional rules. The team combines with its associated law firm in Indonesia, Widyawan & Partners, to provide regional coverage.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters' try to understand the client's objectives. They are well-rounded and provide well-crafted advice.

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  • Linklaters have a high level of expertise as well as extensive experience.

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  • They are very dedicated. They work around the clock to meet the client's very demanding deadlines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Andrew Battisson
    Band 3Andrew Battisson

    Andrew Battisson

    Andrew Battisson is based in Linklaters' Singapore office. He brings a wealth of experience in investor-state disputes and has key expertise in representing clients in energy and infrastructure disputes.

    • He is an excellent lawyer with a considered and measured approach to key issues that allows him to win cases.

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    • He is a very competent and well-connected lawyer who is always ready to help.

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    • Andrew has a strong grasp of issues. He also has an excellent ability to develop an appropriate strategy and his timely and succinct responses are always on point.

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  • Band 6Jelita Pandjaitan
    Band 6Jelita Pandjaitan

    Jelita Pandjaitan

    Jelita Pandjaitan is a partner and the head of Asia Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations at Linklaters. She has frequently appeared before the SIAC and has experience assisting clients in the finance sector.

    • She is very strong and technical lawyer.

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    • Jelita is a powerful strategist with a mastery of every case. Any client would be lucky to have her on their side.

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  • Band 6Rebecca James
    Band 6Rebecca James

    Rebecca James

    Rebecca James is a partner at Linklaters Singapore. She is well regarded for her expertise in commercial arbitration, representing clients before arbitral bodies across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Her caseload includes work in the technology, energy, infrastructure and mining sectors.

    • She provided prompt advice with a good quality of analysis.

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    • Rebecca has delivered beyond her clients' expectations.

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    • Rebecca is excellent on strategy and produces incredible drafts. She is very responsive and I feel everything is in a safe pair of hands.

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