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Shearn Delamore & Co

Dispute Resolution

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Our Dispute Resolution Practice Group is one of the largest in Malaysia. Our lawyers handle disputes constructively and pragmatically. We are commercial in our approach, strategic in our advice and aim to deliver effective solutions efficiently.

We have a proud tradition of representing clients in the largest commercial, corporate and banking disputes in the country. We act for media houses and broadcasters in multimedia, entertainment and defamation related disputes. We represent corporations, financial institutions, multinationals, government agencies, insolvency practitioners and accounting firms in disputes relating to engineering and construction, technology, insolvency and restructuring, insurance, product liability, trust, probate, maritime and aviation matters. We also represent these clients in white-collar crime prosecutions. We occupy a particular niche in the field of professional negligence litigation, with a dedicated team advising clients from the medical, legal and other professions.

Our lawyers appear in the appellate courts regularly, representing domestic and international clients. Our exceptionally strong team of Partners are also often appointed to act as Counsel by other law firms.

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Dispute Resolution - Malaysia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Shearn Delamore & Co's pre-eminent litigation outfit in Malaysia is regularly mandated on important disputes. It is frequently active in litigation and arbitration, and it often handles construction and infrastructure cases, as well as land-related issues. Its deep bench of experienced practitioners also handles a wider range of banking, defamation and professional negligence matters. The firm advises a diverse clientele of leading Malaysian corporates, including finance, construction, railway and energy companies, as well as government entities.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shearn Delamore & Co represented Zulazman bin Zulkifli in a Federal Court appeal regarding a minority oppression suit which had been initiated by Concrete Parade.

Strengths

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  • I believe what distinguishes Shearn Delamore from others is its deep expertise in all areas of law, along with a strong commitment to delivering personalised legal solutions.

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  • The well-resourced team at Shearn Delamore means there will always be someone to attend to urgent queries.

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  • The team was well placed to handle our matters effectively and timely.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rabindra S Nathan
    Rabindra S Nathan

    Rabindra S Nathan

    Rabindra Nathan is a leading disputes lawyer in Kuala Lumpur who is active in projects-related disputes in the oil and gas and energy sectors, as well as financing matters. He is often engaged by leading Malaysian conglomerates.

    • Rabindra Nathan is an experienced and well-known litigator; he is able to decipher issues quickly and deliver competent advice to clients.

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  • Dhinesh Bhaskaran
    Dhinesh Bhaskaran

    Dhinesh Bhaskaran

    Dhinesh Bhaskaran is the managing partner at Shearn Delamore & Co in Kuala Lumpur. He often acts in shareholder disputes, as well as cases relating to infrastructure projects, including judicial review proceedings.

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  • K Shanti Mogan
    K Shanti Mogan

    K Shanti Mogan

    Shanti Mogan has a well-established presence in Malaysia's dispute resolution space, acting in both litigation and arbitration in sectors such as TMT and projects. She has particular experience acting on behalf of regulatory bodies.

    • It has been a pleasure working with a knowledgeable and kind-hearted senior lawyer such as Shanti.

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    • K Shanti Mogan demonstrates a deep understanding of the law and provides us with clear, accurate and timely legal advice.

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  • Wai Fong Lai
    Wai Fong Lai

    Wai Fong Lai

    Lai Wai Fong has strong expertise in a range of commercial dispute matters relating to a variety of sectors including insurance, aviation and property.

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