Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership > Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia > Firm Profile

Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership > The Legal 500 Rankings

Malaysia > Tax Tier 1

The strong practice at Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership is led by 'extraordinary tax lawyer' Saravana Kumar. Regularly engaged by government-linked companies and multinational corporations, the team offers a comprehensive tax and dispute resolution service and is well-equipped to advice on income tax, cross-border tax transactions, and sales and service tax. The department also counts stamp, customs, and excise duty, and petroleum income tax, within its scope of work. Recent highlights include the successful representation of Tenaga Nasional Berhad in a judicial review application to the High Court regarding the client’s entitlement to claim a reinvestment allowance. D.P. Naban specialises in significant tax litigation.

Malaysia > Dispute resolution Tier 2

Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership’s scope of work involves disputes relating to commercial transactions, international arbitration, civil litigation, and capital markets. Frequently instructed by high-profile individuals, local corporations, and governmental bodies, the practice is also highly regarded for its strengths in appellate advocacy. The team is co-led by Rosli Dahlan, an industry veteran who is experienced in contentious cross-border issues, and D.P. Naban, who is recognised for his strong capabilities in the litigation sphere.

Malaysia > Intellectual property Tier 2

The 'robust' IP team at Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership is co-led by expert Bahari Yeow Tien Hong, who is frequently involved in complex cross-border cases, and Lim Zhi Jian, a specialist in media and IT-related IP matters. Acting for an array of local and international clients which includes the likes of Apple, TikTok, and Samsung, the full-service practice has a strong focus on contentious matters such as infringement claims, enforcement cases, domain name disputes, and breach of confidence. The department’s scope of work also extends to securing the protection of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs, and producing branding strategies.

Malaysia > Capital markets Tier 3

Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership’s capital markets team falls under the leadership of Eu Jin Ong, who has strong experience in both equity and debt capital markets. Instructed by various corporations and financial institutions across Malaysia, the department frequently advises clients on fund raising matters, such as proposed IPOs of companies on Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. The practice also handles rights issues and is knowledgeable of Sukuk issuances. Other key figures include Lily Lee Zai Lii, who has been involved in a number of company listings.

Malaysia > Real estate and construction Tier 4

Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership’s real estate practice is led by Ooi Bee Hong, who has demonstrable experience in acting for property developers and individual purchasers in housing development projects. Praised for being 'highly competitive and innovative', the team advises on the acquisition and disposal of real estate assets, commercial and industrial leases, and joint venture developments. The firm’s scope of work also includes drafting sale and purchase agreements, litigating on contentious land issues, and offering regulatory advice.