Dunbar & Lim Chambers LLC's ‘grounded, pragmatic, and solution-focused’ team comprises experts in investor-state, automotive and energy disputes, regularly representing clients across Asia, Europe, North America and the Middle-East. The group is jointly spearheaded by ’top tier international arbitration lawyers’ Simon Dunbar and Kevin Lim, who hold longstanding arbitration practices and are veterans in joint ventures, tech, energy, infrastructure and investor-state disputes.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘I personally worked with Simon Dunbar and Kevin Lim. Both stood out for their clarity of thought, responsiveness, and ability to manage pressure without losing sight of the broader strategic goals.'
- 'They were quick to understand the highly technical subject matter and were able to translate it into persuasive and well-reasoned legal work. They communicated clearly, worked seamlessly with experts and co-counsel, and maintained a calm, measured approach throughout. I valued their reliability, sound judgment, and the efficiency with which they helped move the matter forward.’
‘What distinguishes Simon Dunbar and Kevin Lim is their combination of technical understanding with practical legal insight. They are highly attentive to detail and consistently proactive in anticipating challenges before they arise. Their approach is grounded, pragmatic, and solution-focused, which helped build trust and confidence.'
- 'I have valued their professionalism, strong work ethic, and ability to communicate complex issues clearly and directly. They also demonstrate a genuine commitment to collaboration, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout the process. These qualities, combined with their calm and steady demeanour, make them particularly effective in high-pressure situations.’
‘Boutique international arbitration firm in Singapore. Unique in that both the partners work on every case personally.
‘Simon Dunbar is a really nice guy who tends to under promise and overdeliver. There is not much Kevin Lim doesn't know about arbitration in Asia.’
Work highlights
Representing a North Asian conglomerate in multiple arbitrations in Singapore against an Indian listed company in relation to a large joint venture dispute.
Representing two affiliates of a US multinational in an SIAC-administered UNCITRAL arbitration in Singapore against an Asian power company.
Representing an Asian power company in four related HKIAC arbitrations in Hong Kong against contractors and suppliers in connection with a power project, involving New York law.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Simon Dunbar; Kevin Lim