Representing blue-chip corporations, financial institutions, and state-owned entities, Steven Thiru & Sudhar Partnership secures strong feedback for its litigation and arbitration capabilities. The group covers disputes relating to infrastructure projects, tax and revenue, and power theft. Formidable litigator Steven Thiruneelakandan, who has ample experience at all levels of court in cases concerning industrial relations and fiduciary duties, anchors the practice. The ‘exceptional’ Sudharsanan Thillainathan co-heads the team, specialising in civil and commercial litigation, with a focus on corporate and energy disputes. David Mathew regularly represents clients from the aviation industry in various disputes, while David Yew Kiat Ng is proficient in strata management and breach of contract cases. Chong Jen Hui serves as junior counsel at various tiers of the Malaysian courts, particularly in infrastructure and land law litigation.
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‘It is always a pleasure working with Sudhar and team. Their lawyers possess a diverse set of experiences and expertise, and its strength includes being able to combine its lawyers' skill sets and experience to provide seamless legal advice.’
‘The team is experienced, proactive, and detailed.’
‘Mr Sudharsanan Thillainathan is conscientious and approachable.’
‘Very hard-working set. Knowledgeable. Collaborate well with other firms. Deep bench.’
‘Sudharsanan Thillainathan is exceptional. Very knowledgeable. Always prepared. Client is always front and center.’
'Very knowledgeable on the law, very good working relationship with clients and excellent stakeholder management.'
'Very proactive and ahead of the curve regarding the work i.e., good anticipation of what counter parties may initiate or counter.'
Key clients
- Lembaga Pembangunan Industri Pembinaan Malaysia
- Tenaga Nasional Berhad
- Malayan Banking Berhad
- YTL Power International Berhad
- Future Sound Asia Sdn Bhd
- Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd
- YTL Power Generation Sdn Bhd
- SRC International Sdn Bhd
- West Coast Expressway Sdn Bhd
- Malaysia Rapid Transit System Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
Successfully represented Tenaga Nasional Berhad in a claim by a consumer for damages of RM8,183,500 for losses purportedly caused due to disruption in electricity supply.
Successfully represented Pentadbir Tanah Daerah Johor Bahru in a judicial review filed by the landowner and tenant against the acquisition of a portion of its land, for purposes of the Rapid Transit Sistem Link Johor Bahru-Singapore project.
Represented West Coast Expressway Sdn Bhd in an application for an extension of time to file an objection against the award of compensation by District Land Administrator, in 15 land acquisition proceedings in the total sum of RM49,935,546.
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Practice head
Steven Thiruneelakandan; Sudharsanan Thillainathan
Other key lawyers
David Mathew; David Yew Kiat Ng; Chong Jen Hui