LVM Law Chambers LLC is home to a well experienced international arbitration team equipped to act across diverse sectors including shipping, professional and indemnity insurance, construction, aviation, transport, crime and investigations, and private wealth and trust. The group is steered by Lok Vi Ming SC, who is recommended for both international and domestic disputes in the SIAC and ICC as both counsel and arbitrator. Also adept in a broad range of arbitrations is Joseph Lee, whose practice covers disputes in the shareholder, insurance, construction, medical, telecoms, franchising and vehicle manufacturing sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Transparent about case strength and focused on clients, not just accruing fees.’
- ‘Our experience with Mr Wenxiong from LVM Law Chambers LLC has been consistently positive, both reassuring and smooth. He has provided clear, thoughtful guidance, particularly in contract administration, which has helped us navigate complex issues with greater confidence. We value his support, professionalism, listening ear, and ability to maintain a neutral well measured tone in all his communications.’
- 'Joseph Lee stands out as an exceptional senior lawyer whose strategic foresight, depth of legal knowledge, and calm authority provided tremendous reassurance throughout the litigation. He has a rare ability to distill complex legal issues into clear strategies that are not only technically precise but also commercially sound. What sets him apart is his holistic perspective — he always considers both the legal and business dimensions, ensuring solutions that truly serve the client’s best interests.'
- 'Together, Joseph and Justin form a truly outstanding team. They are highly knowledgeable, commercially astute, and deeply committed to their clients. Each brings complementary strengths, and as a pair they delivered not only excellent legal outcomes but also the confidence and peace of mind that come from knowing you are in the very best hands.'
- ‘Excellent team providing litigation support.’
- ‘Stand out members Matthew Chow and Justin Chan as always available and responsive.’
- ‘Our experience working with LVM Law Chambers LLC has been a very positive one. The team has consistently demonstrated professionalism, clarity, and a strong sense of client care. In particular, they have gone the extra mile to ensure we fully understood the legal advice provided, patiently guiding us through the process and addressing our concerns thoroughly.’
- 'This is a practice defined by excellence, innovation, and genuine client commitment — delivering results while providing the assurance and peace of mind that every client seeks.'
- 'This practice is unique in its seamless blend of legal excellence and commercial sharpness. The team is not only highly knowledgeable but also exceptionally practical in finding real-world solutions. Unlike many firms that focus only on the legal aspects, they consistently balance legal precision with a deep understanding of business realities — a quality that gives clients both confidence and comfort.'
- 'What stood out most was their responsiveness, clarity, and genuine care. They take the time to understand the client’s position and always communicate advice in a clear, actionable way. Their collaborative approach and ability to simplify complex issues make them feel more like trusted partners than just external advisors. In every interaction, they demonstrated not just technical expertise, but also dedication, empathy, and creativity.'
Key clients
- Swire Shipping Pte Ltd
- A solar power energy company in Thailand
- Zhang Zhencheng
- Aqua Wealth Holdings Limited
- Bounty Way Investments Limited
- Valency International Pte Ltd
- Shyam SEL and Power Limited (Shyam SEL)
- Shyam Metalics & Energy Limited (Shyam Metalics)
Work highlights
Acted for Mr Zhang Zhencheng, Aqua Wealth and Bounty Way in an emergency arbitration under the HKIAC earlier in 2025 this year, concerning the voting rights attached to the majority unit holder of a listed business trust in Singapore.
Acted as instructed counsel for client against Ace Exim Pte Ltd in an application to set aside a final SCMA Award before the Singapore High Court. While the award was not set aside, the Court commented that the arbitrator sailed close to the wind and issued a judgment that has since become landmark on setting aside jurisprudence in Singapore.
Acted for an Indian steel plant manufacturer in a successful SIAC arbitration against the opposing party, securing a final award of over USD 4 million plus full costs in a complex cross-border dispute involving novel legal issues on the assessment of damages and leading Indian Senior Advocates as tribunal and counsel.
Practice head
Lok Vi Ming S.C
Other key lawyers
Joseph Lee; Zhuang WenXiong; Matthew Chow