WongPartnership LLP houses a broad team known for handling the full gamut of private wealth issues, in addition to cross-border trusts and probate cases. The team is also experienced handling tax planning and residency issues. Bock Eng Sim jointly leads the team alongside Choon Yuen Hui. Sim utilises her longstanding expertise to advise ultra-high-net-worth clients and financial institutions on the full spectrum of succession planning mandates, while Hui stands out for his specialism in high-profile transactions. Yu Xin Chan is an expert in contentious matrimonial issues, particularly those involving divorce and the division of assets, both pre and post-nuptial agreements, and complex, cross-border matters involving children. Chun Wai Poon is a key name for succession planning issues, often acting for both private wealth service providers and individuals. David Chee is also noteworthy.
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Testimonials
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- 'Generally a reliable team.'
- 'A standout is Sim Bok Eng, whose response time is impressive, and whose fluency in Mandarin gives the team greater bandwidth. She also demonstrates excellent bedside manner.'
- 'The people, expertise, and experience set the team apart.'
- 'Ms Aw Wenni is meticulous and professional, and, with the support of a strong firm, consistently demonstrates care and an ability to assess matters from the client’s specific requirements and perspective.'
- 'The team provides strong support with timely updates and maintains a good pace in keeping to agreed timeframes.'
- 'He demonstrates thorough attention to detail and due diligence in fact-finding and sense-making, providing attentive updates with substantive progress and clear recommendations on next steps at each milestone.'
- 'WongPartnership has a very knowledgeable team that is approachable and never intimidating, which makes a real difference for clients seeking clear guidance without unnecessary complexity.'
- 'They genuinely have clients’ best interests at heart and focus on providing solutions rather than selling fear, which sets them apart from many firms.'
- 'The individuals I work with at WongPartnership are very responsive, knowledgeable, and personable, making the experience both efficient and reassuring.'
- 'Chan Yu Xin has been a great lawyer — personable, prompt in responding, and consistently taking the time to address concerns. I trust her to manage all legal proceedings and to always look out for my interests.'
Key clients
- Bank Julius Baer
- Citibank
- DBS Private Bank Ltd.
- Deutsche Bank
- JP Morgan
- LGT Bank AG
- LGT Bank (Singapore) Ltd.
- Morgan Stanley Bank Asia Limited
- UOB Private Bank
- UBS
- DBS Trustees
- CitiTrust (Singapore) Limited
- Julius Baer Trust Company
- Nomura Trust
- Ocorian Singapore Trust Company Pte Ltd
- UBS Trustees (Singapore) Ltd.
- Trident Trust Company (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
- Vistra Trust (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
- Zedra Trust Company (Singapore Limited)
Lawyers
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Practice head
Bock Eng Sim; Choon Yuen Hui
Other key lawyers
Yu Xin Chan; Chun Wai Poon; Wen Ni Aw; David Chee