Corporate/Commercial
3 Ranked Lawyers


Asia-Pacific 2026

Leading firm in Asia-Pacific 2026
Ranked Department
Ranked Individuals
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Managing Partner/Head of DAST Kuching & DAST Serian: David Toh
Deputy Managing Partner/Head of Litigation: Allan Lao
Head of Transaction: Charles Wong
Head of DAST Miri: Chiam Tah Kui
Head of DAST Bintulu: Lau Song Ting
Number of Partners: 14
Number of Lawyers: 14
Firm Overview: Established in 1996 following a merger between three firms, David Allan ST Advocates (DAST) is the largest law firm in Sarawak, currently comprising over 28 lawyers and more than 100 support staff, collaborating together to serve clients from offices located in major cities across Sarawak. DAST demonstrates its professional excellence through strategic solutions, personal attention and customised service delivery. The firm’s lawyers are industry leaders in their respective fields, reputed for their experience, expertise and effectiveness.
Main Areas of Practice:
Banking
Civil & Commercial Litigation
Construction & Property Development
Corporate & Commercial
Defamation
Employment & Industrial Relations
Estates, Succession & Family
Insurance
Intellectual Property
Islamic Banking
Maritime
Medical Negligence
Native Customary Rights
Personal Injury (Motor Accidents)
Real Estate & Conveyancing
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