Ariff Rozhan & Co

Dispute Resolution

Partner

Sylvie graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from the University of London (External Programme) in 2015. She distinguished herself academically, winning the prestigious Tun Hamid Omar Award for Best Overall Student in Malaysia, along with Book Prizes for Civil Procedure and Professional Practice.

She began her legal practice at Ariff Rozhan & Co as an Associate in October 2017 and was promoted to Senior Associate in January 2022 and, most recently, to Partner in January 2025. Sylvie has also been nominated as a finalist for Woman Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm) at the ALB Malaysia Law Awards 2025.

Sylvie has extensive experience in litigation and arbitration, handling complex, high-value disputes across commercial, corporate, and regulatory sectors. She has advised and represented clients from a diverse range of industries, including IT, finance, reinsurance, and construction, as well as in matters involving Labuan law and employment disputes.

Sylvie has appeared as Counsel and Co-Counsel in trials and hearings at all levels of the Malaysian judicial system, including the High Court and the Appellate Courts. Beyond dispute resolution, Sylvie provides strategic legal advisory services, including contract reviews and legal opinions.

Some quotes on Sylvie include:

“I had the pleasure of working with Sylvie for a few years on a litigation matter that transcended from the High Court to the Federal Court. She was responsible and resilient throughout the process without failing to meet deadlines and my expectations. Definitely a good counsel to have on your side.”

“We had the privilege of working with Sylvie Tan from Ariff Rozhan & Co. on civil litigations involving contract and construction disputes. Sylvie's dedication and expertise were instrumental in achieving favourable results for our Company.”

“Over the past several years, I had the privilege of working closely with Sylvie. She had demonstrated unparalleled dedication and hard work in every case that she was involved in. Her strategic thinking and meticulous preparation earn the respect of many and is reflected in her work and the consistent favourable outcomes she achieves for her clients. I am confident that she will continue to excel and inspire others in the legal community for years to come.”

“She is proactive, always gives sound and good advice, very knowledgeable and has a positive attitude that give us clients confidence to approach her and hand over important tasks for her to complete.”

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Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya

Certificate in Legal Practice, Legal Profession Qualifying Board, Malaysia Bachelor of Law (Honours) Degree from the University of London, United Kingdom