Daniel & Wong > Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia > Firm Profile

Daniel & Wong
D4-1-6, Block D4, Solaris Dutamas
No 1 Jalan Dutamas 1
Kuala Lumpur
50480
Malaysia

Malaysia > Dispute resolution Tier 3

Daniel & Wong is a boutique firm specialising in commercial, civil, and corporate disputes. Led by ‘formidableDaniel J. Albert, who focuses on fraud, insolvency, and corporate and shareholder disputes, the practice also handles liquidation matters. The team is regularly engaged by a range of local and foreign clients to act on derivative actions and oppression petitions.

Practice head(s):

Daniel J. Albert

Other key lawyers:

Brian Yee Hong Keet

Testimonials

‘The greatest strength of Daniel & Wong are its people. The organisation comprises of young and energetic young lawyers who are very proactive and knowledgeable. They are very prepared, meticulous and thorough in preparing all the documents for the cases.’

‘Daniel J Albert and Brian Yee Hong Keet are one of the main reasons we keep going back to Daniel & Wong. They are some of the few lawyers who listen to their client’s opinions and at the same time provide some of the best plausible advice and opinions.’

‘Very well put together, cohesive, and able to respond in a timely manner.’

‘Daniel J Albert is a rising star and is able to present solutions that are both legally sound and practically applicable.’

‘The team has a good grasp of their clients’ commercial priorities, and legal approaches are tailored to suit the client.’

‘Daniel J Albert manages the clients’ expectations well and he is meticulous in mapping out legal strategies.’

‘The firm is results-oriented and has very competent lawyers.’

‘Daniel J Albert has the gift of making clients feel at ease no matter how difficult a position they are in. He is thorough in his work and rarely acts without a firm plan in mind. That, combined with his wit, makes him a formidable opponent.’

Key clients

University of Nottingham UK

Compagnie Des Bauxites De Guinee

Boke Service Company

Supermax Global Co Ltd

All Impex Pte Ltd

Landasan Kapital (M) Sdn Bhd

Barium Selat Sdn Bhd

Sing Lian Sdn Bhd [in Liquidation]

Murna Jaya Development Berhad

Syarikat V.K. Kalyanasundram Sdn Bhd

Millennium Residences Sdn Bhd

Millennium Land Sdn Bhd

Work highlights

  • Instructed by one of the world’s largest asset management firms to act for an entity under their investment management in a complex bond related investment dispute.
  • Appointed to act for Compagnie Dex Bauxites De Guinee & an associated Belgian incorporated entity in pursuing a civil fraud suit in Malaysia arising from a push-payment fraud scheme, and to seek urgent injunctive freezing and tracing orders.
  • Appointed to act for the University of Nottingham (UK) in respect of a number of contentious and non-contentious matters.

Malaysia > Corporate and M&A Tier 4

Led by founding partner Kenneth Wong Poh Lim, who is praised for his ‘practical and thoughtful approach when structuring transactions’, the ‘extremely efficient and reliable’ team at Daniel & Wong acts for national and international clients on M&A, regulatory mandates, and sale and purchase agreements, in addition to the due diligence aspects of related matters. Key sectors of expertise include renewables, real estate, construction and manufacturing.

Practice head(s):

Kenneth Wong Poh Lim

Other key lawyers:

Chermaine Chen Yinn Li; Pang Chiaw Wei

Testimonials

‘They are extremely efficient and reliable. Together with their competitive rates and flexible approach, they are our go-to for Malaysian legal advice.’

‘Kenneth Wong is totally impressive – evidently driven, having built a successful practice, but he remains humble and approachable also. His effective advice is invaluable.’

‘Daniel & Wong’s team is known for its practical and thoughtful approach when structuring transactions.’

‘Kenneth Wong is known for his ability in simplifying complex legal issues in an M&A transaction, which ensures that all parties involved quickly grasp the key issues at hand.’

‘Daniel & Wong provides efficient, comprehensive and personalised legal services.’

‘Kenneth Wong is very efficient and goes the extra mile, helping to turn around pieces of work with tight deadlines comprehensively.’

‘The team are constantly on-the-ball and keen to explore different avenues and aspects to deliver the best advise to their clients.’

‘Chermaine Chen Yinn Li’s exceptional communication skills are praiseworthy. He can convey complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner, making clients feel informed and empowered.’

Key clients

University of Nottingham UK

Pinsent Masons LLP

Axteria Group Berhad

Terminal Bersepadu Gombak Sdn Bhd

Sweetmag Solutions (M) Sdn Bhd

Browne Jacobson LLP

Rentokil Initial (M) Sdn Bhd

Sodexo Services Asia Pte Ltd

Work highlights

  • Represented the University of Nottingham in its acquisition of 66.41% shareholding held by Boustead Holdings Berhad in The University of Nottingham in Malaysia Sdn Bhd via its wholly-owned local subsidiary.
  • Assisted Axteria Group Berhad in a shares issuance exercise of up to 213.6m ordinary shares in Axteria, representing approximately 30% of Axteria’s total number of issued shares (excluding treasury shares).
  • Advised Sweetmag Solutions (M) Sdn Bhd in its allotment of majority shares to Malaysian listed entity, GDEX Berhad.