Shipping - Malaysia
What the team is known for
Azmi & Associates' broad shipping and admiralty law team handles both contentious and non-contentious mandates in Malaysia. The firm frequently represents clients in arbitration and litigation relating to marine insurance and ship arrests. The team also provides advice on financing and contractual matters in the shipping.
Strengths
"The firm's advice is succinct and gives us confidence. Furthermore, the firm provides continuous updates throughout the matter."
"They are able to respond with accuracy and provide solutions within reasonable time."
Work highlights
Azmi & Associates acted for Bank Pembangunan on a matter relating to the arrest and sale of an offshore support vessel.
Notable practitioners
Philip Teoh leads Azmi & Associates' shipping practice in Malaysia. He frequently acts on disputes relating to vessel arrests and insurance, as well as acting as an arbitrator. "Mr Philip Teoh is an experienced counsel, with vast knowledge of legal and commercial aspects. We are confident in his ability to handle our matters across the levels of the judiciary and to deliver results." "He is a great lawyer to work with and has the knowledge and experience. He is well versed in shipping laws."
