The Dentons Rodyk team is lauded for being ‘skilled in the interpretation and application of maritime international conventions in the context of complicated legal problems’. At the senior partner level, the trio of key names comprises disputes expert Lawrence Teh, who comes highly recommended for his ‘ability to apply exceptional strategic solutions to complex shipping legal problems’; Jen Wei Loh, who is likewise noted for his contentious capabilities; and Janice Ngeow, who focuses on the gamut of finance issues affecting the maritime industry, as well as advising on related corporate law matters.
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‘Lawrence Teh is what makes the team unique.’
‘The Dentons shipping team is exceptional in its ability to approach complex admiralty litigation through innovative legal strategies.'
'The team is skilled in the interpretation and application of maritime international conventions in the context of complicated legal problems.'
'They effectively conduct cross-border litigation utilising knowledge from comparable maritime jurisdictions. The Dentons team are international leaders in admiralty litigation.’
‘Lawrence Teh is arguably one of best legal minds in admiralty and shipping law internationally. His ability to apply exceptional strategic solutions to complex shipping legal problems is without equal.'
'Lawrence Teh is a leading admiralty practitioner who is both approachable and commercially astute.’
'Lawrence Teh is one of the heavyweights of shipping in Singapore.'
'The team is experienced in shipping-related legal matters and able to provide appropriate advice.'
Key clients
- Government of Sri Lanka
- Attorney General of Sri Lanka
- INEOS Styrolution Korea Ltd
- Bulk Trident Shipping Ltd
- Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation
- Penguin International Limited and its group of companies
- DBS Bank Ltd., United Overseas Bank Limited ("|UOB|")
- Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
- UOB
- PT Bank UOB Indonesia
Work highlights
Representing the Government of Sri Lanka in Singapore International Commercial Court proceedings commenced by the GoSL against shipowners of the Vessel X-Press Pearl and associated persons.
Acting for the consignee and cargo owner of 6,000MT of Styrene Monomer which was onboard the vessel GULF DEFFI.
Representing Bulk Trident Shipping, a shipowner whose vessel was arrested in Singapore to obtain security in relation to London arbitration proceedings.
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Practice head
Lawrence Teh; Janice Ngeow; Jen Wei Loh
Other key lawyers
Senthil Dayalan