Full-service commercial law firm Tay & Partners advises a range of local and international clients in corporate and M&A transactions, particularly those operating in industries such as aviation, retail, food and beverage, technology, manufacturing, real estate, and oil and gas. As a trusted adviser to Singaporean companies expanding into Malaysia, the firm provides support on complex banking litigation matters for major international banks, financial institutions and corporations, enabling practical solutions through litigation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. Hong Yun Chang and Weng Yew Wong are key partners.
Client feedback
"Fast response, competitive price." – Intellectual property
"Efficient and good technical trademark knowledge." – Intellectual property
"Responsive. Gives practical advice. Succinct advice." – Intellectual property
"Good and pragmatic legal advice on the process to manage the case and applying sound strategic approach for our company's benefit." – Labour and employment
Lin Li Lee
"Her knowledge of almost every aspect of intellectual property law is very impressive and surpasses that of her peers or even those more senior to her."
"Her knowledge of all aspects of IP law is impressive and definitely comes in handy. She is able to handle all kinds of IP work from registration up to litigation. This is not something other IP practitioners can do."
"We work with Lee Lin Li of Tay & Partners. Her knowledge of intellectual property law is very impressive and even surpasses other more senior intellectual property practitioners. She is essentially a walking, talking intellectual property encyclopaedia."
"Lee Lin Li of Tay & Partners knows all things IP. She is a walking, talking encyclopaedia on almost every aspect of IP law. In fact, I am aware that even more senior IP practitioners rely on her knowledge."
Kim Poh Ng
"Highly knowledgeable. Expansive network. Expert in IP and tech law."
Leonard Yeoh
"Good personal relationship. Very experienced in his legal practice and has very practical experience too."
Work highlights
Acting for Pernod Ricard group as local legal representative in the 'Basket of Brands' (BOB) scheme, an anti-counterfeiting and trademark recordal system administered by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. This initiative is crucial for protecting the client's key marks in Malaysia, especially given the absence of a customs recordal system. The BOB scheme provides priority brand protection and enforcement with government support, addressing the persistent issue of counterfeit alcoholic products. These counterfeits not only harm brand owners economically but also pose health risks to consumers due to their low quality and questionable ingredients.
Key clients
FGV Holdings, Kingtime International, Promotora De Café Colombia
Work highlights
Representing Country Garden in defending a claim filed by 49 purchasers of condominium units at Country Garden Danga Bay in Johor on the grounds of misrepresentation, alleging that the developer had delivered units that were different from the design agreed in their sale and purchase agreements. This is a high-profile lawsuit constituting a class action, involving billions of Malaysian Ringgit and one of the largest development projects in Malaysia. This case has been closely watched by the news media in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China and other countries.
Key clients
AerCap Ireland, Peregrine Aviation Charlie, Hitachi Sunway Information Systems, Hyundai
