Labour and employment: local firms

Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow

Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow combines its strong local expertise with exceptional international talent, along with its ability to tap into the resources of the global firm. The Singapore team represents a range of multinationals from multiple industries and is frequently engaged by clients to conduct investigations into alleged discrimination, breaches of internal policies and other matters. The group is also experienced in corporate restructurings and employee transfers, along with often representing clients in litigation before the Singapore courts. Celeste Ang is a leading name in the market, widely recognised for her expertise in investigations and large disputes. Kelvin Poa is another rounded practitioner with a background in advisory and transaction-related issues, including contracts, separation agreements, and non-solicitation and non-competition terms. Zhao Yang Ng is an emerging talent in employment investigations, trade union negotiations and immigration matters. Pradeep Nair was promoted to local principal in 2023.

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Testimonials

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‘The team is always very engaged and prompt in attending to requests and queries. Very dedicated to providing good legal service to their clients. They also provide a practical and pragmatic perspective of the issue.’
‘Celeste Ang is always responsive to every request. She is a good listener who seeks to understand the client's objective before providing her perspective.’
‘Baker McKenzie Singapore provides practical, business-oriented employment legal advice, and is always able to do so on a tight timeline. The partner and associates with whom I have worked are all very strong and I am confident that the advice they provide to me is sound.’
‘This is a top Singapore employment practice, with exceptional strength in both transactional and advisory, and disputes and investigative work.’
‘Celeste Ang is a formidable disputes lawyer with a strong focus on employment law.'
'Zhao Yang Ng is a very switched-on and plugged in transactional employment lawyer whom I have no hesitation in recommending.’
‘The team’s size and quality are unmatched in the industry.’
‘Zhao Yang Ng provides outstanding client service with business-friendly and straightforward advice.’