Full-service firm Advocatus Law has been on the scene for over 15 years now. Its dispute resolution offering is a pillar of strength that other areas have branched out from, including corporate and transactions-related work, real estate, regulatory compliance, risk management and IP. The team is known for its strategic approach to high-profile cases, particularly in the banking sector. The experienced litigators had nine reported High Court and Court of Appeal decisions as of early 2024 involving a panoply of issues such as insolvency, fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, professional negligence, misrepresentation and crime. The team has also been involved in various high-profile insolvency cases, including those of Hin Leong Trading and Three Arrows Capital. The firm maintains strong links to various networks around the region. For example, Advocatus Law is a long-standing member of the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the International Trademark Association. It is also a member of the Alliott Global Alliance and the Asia-Pacific Legal Innovation and Technology Association.
Managing partner Christopher Daniel heads the team that includes partners Harjean Kaur, Ganga Avadiar, Mervyn Cheong, Priyalatha Naidu and Eileen Yeo. Daniel notably has a strong insurance practice, while Cheong has a specialist certificate in intangible asset management.
Work highlights
Advising three family members of the Hin Leong Group in a litigation against their former Singapore solicitors.
Successfully defended a wealth consultancy against claims by the plaintiff for fraudulent misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation, innocent misrepresentation, and unlawful and lawful means conspiracy.
Acted for three defendants in a counterclaim against claims of conspiracy, which arose out of an action commenced for minority oppression against other parties.
Represented a defendant in a case commenced by the securityholders of a real estate investment trust (REIT) against the directors of the REIT manager. The plaintiffs are seeking damages against the client on the basis they allegedly had breached certain duties under the Securities and Futures Act.
