Department profile
WongPartnership LLP

Construction: Domestic

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


WongPartnership LLP

Rankings

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Construction: Domestic - Singapore

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

WongPartnership has a robust construction law practice in Singapore with significant contentious and non-contentious capabilities, advising major contractors and developers on a variety of local and international projects. The firm is active on numerous high profile and complex construction arbitrations and is also experienced in working with government authorities. The department fields a deep bench of construction specialists with particular experience in the Middle East as well as the Asia-Pacific region. WongPartnership is additionally noted for handling prominent construction work within Singapore and especially handles matters in the real estate and transport sectors.

Strengths

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  • They give comprehensive advice, analysing the pros and cons of taking different approaches to resolve issues, yet in understandable language for clients who are not so well versed in legal terms.

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  • WongPartnership provides its professional perspective and guidance on what the law firm believes is the best way forward.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Ian de Vaz
    Band 2Ian de Vaz

    Ian de Vaz

    Ian de Vaz often acts for contractors and subcontractors in contentious proceedings, including arbitration and adjudication.
    • He is affable and a consummate professional. He provides practical guidance and advice. While attuned to clients' concerns, he is able to explain his views clearly and provide proper guidance.

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    • Ian de Vaz is knowledgeable and always offers great advice.

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  • Band 2Peng Cheng Tay
    Band 2Peng Cheng Tay

    Peng Cheng Tay

    Tay Peng Cheng often acts on cross-border construction matters, including in the transport and utilities sectors. He principally handles construction disputes.

    • Peng Cheng is able to provide bespoke services to the unique structure and personalities within the organisation and the resultant unique commercial expectations built into the contracts.

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  • Band 4Lesley Tan
    Band 4Lesley Tan

    Lesley Tan

    Lesley Tan is well versed in front-end construction matters in Singapore, advising on EPC contracts linked to infrastructure projects.
    • She helps to analyse the issues in an easy-to-understand manner which is great for team members who are not so well versed with legal terms.

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    • Lesley Tan provides concise drafting and advice and has a calm negotiating style.

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