Noted for its ‘exemplary dedication to its engagements’, Cheah Teh Su is instructed on a broad range of disputes. Practice heads include Teh Meng Teck, who is distinguished by his expertise in shareholders disputes, as well as asset recovery and insolvency suits; S Sivaneindiren, who is highly regarded for his experience handling public interest litigation; Pang Kong Leng, whose skills lie in commercial disputes, land fraud, and land acquisition cases; Peter Justin Skelchy, who is well versed in interlocutory reliefs and shareholders’ disputes; Puteri Shehnaz Majid, who is a go-to for contractual and tortious disputes tied to commercial transactions; Eng Lay Teh; and Nasema Jalaludheen.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: NPS ®

Testimonials

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  • ‘Cheah Teh Su has a long-standing reputation as a leading law firm in dispute resolution.' 

  • ‘We had the pleasure of dealing with Ms Nasema Jalaludheen and her team. Her commitment and dedication to our cause has been assuring from day one. We greatly appreciate her sharp, concise and ethical approach.' 

  • ‘Exemplary dedication to its engagements and profession. Good attention to detail and always willing to go the extra mile.' 

  • ‘The lawyers, particularly S Sivaneindiren and Nasema Jalaludheen, are very passionate, capable and knowledgeable. They conduct extensive research and communicate well with their clients. ’

  • ‘One of the more competent and strategic teams around.' 

  • ‘The Team are excellent at assessing the needs of the client and the demands of any particular case and working accordingly.' 

Key clients

  • Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd
  • Stadco Sdn Bhd
  • Protasco Berhad
  • Mesiniaga Berhad
  • PCPP Operating Company Sdn Bhd
  • VS Industry Berhad
  • Air Products Malaysia Sdn Bhd
  • Tohtonku Sdn Bhd
  • Kenanga Investors Berhad
  • Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad
  • Teraputics Sdn Bhd
  • Gagnar Corporation Sdn Bhd

Work highlights

Represented Mr Chin Yong Keong in a suit by his ex-employer for alleged breach of employment contract, alleged abuse of process, and for allegedly making false and misleading statements.
Represented Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd and another in 2 appeals at the Court of Appeal against the reported judgment of Jaya Sudhir Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors and Another Case [2020] CLJU 1975.
Acted on behalf of Protasco Berhad in a claim against its former directors for fraud, conspiracy as well as breach of statutory and fiduciary duties.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Teh Meng Teck

Practice head

Teh Meng Teck; S Sivaneindiren; Pang Kong Leng; Teh Eng Lay; Peter Justin Skelchy; Nasema Jalaludheen; Puteri Shehnaz Majid

Other key lawyers

Chok Zhin Theng