Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Malaysia
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Skrine
Our practice group is presently helmed by the well-known practitioners Ivan Loo, who has been commended as “very sharp and highly skilled in construction matters” (Chambers Asia-Pacific) and Ashok Ranai, who has extensive experience in construction, infrastructure and energy project disputes as lead counsel and as an arbitrator.
We act for a diverse clientele comprising public authorities, project owners, developers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and operators.
We house “a mix of counsel with vast experience, skills and knowledge” (IFLR 1000), which enables us to offer a comprehensive and integrated range of services spanning the entire project lifecycle, from front-end advisory and drafting to contract management and dispute resolution.
Our construction team routinely represents clients in disputes concerning commercial and residential developments, power plants, facilities, and utilities. They have been extensively involved in high-profile court cases, large and complex arbitrations, high-value adjudications, and mediations. Some of our lawyers are also qualified arbitrators, adjudicators, and mediators who frequently sit in such capacities.
Provided by Chambers
Skrine is one of Malaysia's premier full-service law firms, with a strong cohort of construction-focused practitioners handling front-end and dispute resolution work. The department often handles disputes relating to real estate and transportation projects. The team also advises on construction contracts for projects, including in relation to power plants developed overseas by Malaysian clients.
Provided by Chambers
Skrine acted for Turnpike Synergy in its legal dispute with Syarikat Muhibah Perniagaan dan Pembiaan and Bagungan Strategik, both of which initiated a writ action against Turnpike concerning allegations of fraud, conspiracy to injure though unlawful and lawful means, economic duress and unconscionable conduct.
Provided by Chambers
The team provided accurate market insights and well drafted contracts which have been well received.
Their responses are very comprehensive and fast, and they know what is best for their clients.
Provided by Chambers
Ivan Loo is a well-respected lawyer in Malaysia with experience acting for employers and contractors in contractual disputes relating to property, petrochemical and transportation projects.
Ashok Kumar Mahadev Ranai handles a wide portfolio of work, including contentious matters in aeronautical construction and breach of contract matters.
The thoroughness and precision throughout his preparation of cases has earned our outmost respect and appreciation.
Ashok displays a calm approach to issues and prepares his team as well as the client thoroughly before the commencement of arbitration proceedings or a trial.
Loshini Ramarmuty is a recognised name in Malaysia's construction law space, with a focus on dispute resolution relating to the development of transportation and real estate projects.
Loshini is dedicated and able to provide commercial inputs. Further, she provides us effective and cost efficient proposals.
Loshini is a very knowledgeable and skilful lawyer.
Head of Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Provided by Skrine
Ashok Kumar Mahadev Ranai
Head of Department
Shannon Rajan
Jocelyn Lim
Tatvaruban Subramaniam
Ashok Kumar Mahadev Ranai
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