Boutique dispute resolution practice Malik Imtiaz Sarwar has recognised expertise across civil, commercial, administrative, and constitutional law. The group is particularly active in disputes involving commercial fraud and restitutions, competition law and the telecoms sector. Founding partner Malik Imtiaz Sarwar draws on extensive experience as a litigator across a variety of practice areas. Lim Yvonne is best known for her work in commercial disputes, and Khoo Suk Chyi specialises in administrative law matters. Wong Ming Yen is also a key name in the team.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Client satisfaction: NPS ®

Testimonials

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  • ‘Datuk Malik Imtiaz himself provides a unique perspective on most commercial aspects, blending commercial savvy and in-depth legal knowledge over a host of practice areas. His team's cohesiveness is strengthened by the mentorship I can observe is provided by Datuk Malik to his team.’
  • ‘Malik Imtiaz remains our go-to advocate for complex appellate work. In addition, we have worked with Yvonne Lim and Khoo Syuk Chi and find both of them to be extremely efficient and hardworking.'

Key clients

  • Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd
  • JP Morgan

Work highlights

Represented J.P. Morgan to challenge the jurisdiction of the Malaysian court over JPMS in respect of a claim filed by 1Malaysia Development Berhad for dishonest assistance in relation to breaches of fiduciary duties.

Lawyers

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Other key lawyers

Malik Imtiaz Sarwar; Lim Yvonne; Khoo Suk Chyi; Wong Ming Yen