The India group at WongPartnership LLP advises on cross-border transactions, joint ventures, real estate, technology and renewable energy. Smitha Menon specialises in arbitrations arising from joint venture and shareholder disputes. Jointly leading the practice alongside Menon, Koh Swee Yen SC focuses on asset recovery and international trade, while Ong Sin Wei specialises in investment funds.
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Testimonials
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‘They bring a very aggressive and practical approach to the matter. And they successfully deliver.’
‘Koh Swee Yen is a remarkable KC who is on top of everything. Trusted advisor and very easy to work with as a co-counsel.’
- 'Very efficient in terms of the turn around timelines and overall knowledge of the industry and regulators.'
- 'The team is very approachable and hands on with matters. They pay attention to detail and provide solutions in short time.'
- 'Koh Swee Yen's involvement in the matter and strategy is commendable. She is very approachable and values the briefing counsel's inputs. Her court craft is highly impressive.'
- 'The practice stands out as a unique combination of depth, breadth, and strategic foresight. What sets the team apart from competitors is its combination of intellectual precision, creativity, and strategic agility. They are not only tenacious advocates but also thought leaders.'
Key clients
- Deutsche Telekom AG
- SBS Holdings, Inc.
- Raffles Education Corporation Limited
- Quest Global
- SATS Investments Pte. Ltd.
- Keppel Real Estate Services Pte. Ltd.
Work highlights
Successfully acted for a telecommunications giant in Singapore enforcement proceedings before the SICC and Court of Appeal to enforce an investment treaty arbitration award in excess of USD 150 million against the Republic of India.
Successfully represented an Indian state entity in the SICC to set aside an ICC arbitration award that copied contents of prior arbitral awards issued in related arbitrations involving the same parties.
Acting for an Indian shipping services company to set aside an urgent injunction order to prohibit dealings with assets up to a value of over $55 million.
Practice head
Smith MENON; KOH Swee Yen, S.C.; Ong Sin Wei