Mayer Brown and Singapore firm PK Wong Nair launched their joint law venture at the beginning of 2023, the first of its kind since 2016. This new entity marries a strong domestic litigation practice, notably in the restructuring and insolvency space, with a thriving and fully formed arbitration set. It houses more than 30 lawyers and 17 partners. The arbitration team, which is one of the largest in Singapore, works on mandates from across the region.
Leading the litigation team are directors Suresh Nair and Andrew Ang, while the key contacts for international arbitration are partners Yu-Jin Tay, Paul Teo, Kay-Jannes Wegner, and counsel Matt Shaw.
On the domestic side, the firm continues to act for Antanium Resources in a proposed restructuring of its debts. The international arbitration lawyers secured a major victory for a leading Asian LNG trader in a dispute against its upstream LNG seller. The dispute related to contested issues of force majeure invoked by the upstream LNG seller as a result of a force majeure event in the US.
Client feedback
“Solid firm with exceptional expertise, good response time, and practical, personable service.” – Bankruptcy
“They have deep knowledge of the law and good communication skills in engaging third parties. The lawyers have good negotiation skills and a very clear understanding of issues to be resolved. They are innovative solution providers.” – Bankruptcy
“Highly strategic in their approach. Practical legal solutions. Superior client focus. Cost-effective.” – Commercial and transactions
“Understands matters well and responsive.” – Commercial arbitration
“Efficient, quick thinking and commercial.” – Commercial arbitration
“Quick turnaround times are appreciated. Small team dedicated to our work means we understand each other very well. Lawyers give concise advice that is to the point.” – Labour and employment
Suresh Nair
“He understand matters well.”
“Suresh Nair is among the best insolvency practitioners in Singapore. An exceptional advocate, he is razor-sharp and precise and provides timely and practical advice in the most personable way possible.”
“Very knowledgeable and solutions-oriented.”
“Responsive, decisive, and knowledgeable.”
“Suresh has great commercial acumen, is a brilliant advocate and is extremely quick thinking. His problem-solving skills are impressive, and he consistently delivers great results for his clients.”
“Friendly, brotherly and very positive aptitude and attitude. Bonds with clients. Gives high assurance he has our interests. Technically very competent. Capable of identifying issues and providing solutions.”
Bryan Tan
“Solid advice that is practical and sound.”
