Construction
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Malaysia
Band 2
About
Provided by Gan Partnership
Since the firm inception in 2011, the Engineering, Construction and Energy Practice has grown tremendously under the leadership of Mr. Foo Joon Liang and Ms. Tan Min Lee and has become one of the leading construction specialist firms in Malaysia. We have been advising and acting for government agencies, government-linked companies, listed companies, foreign companies, developers, contractors, consultants as well as other commercial and private entities in a broad spectrum of litigation matters in Court, in arbitration and adjudication.
Some of our past cases are redefining laws governing the construction sector in Malaysia as these decisions are now the guiding legal principles for key contentious aspects of the industry. Our Partners are also appointed to serve at various regulatory bodies, organisations and professional bodies as advisors and trainers. In June 2023, Mr. Foo has written and published a book titled “Time in Construction”, where he addresses the common pain point of the construction industry players by examining elements in time-related disputes within the framework of contractual provisions, including whether time is of the essence of a contract and if so, its implications; the effects of delays on progress and completion; the current legal framework for the imposition of contractual liquidated damages; the rights to time extensions; and the financial repercussions of time extensions being granted.
Chambers Review
Gan Partnership often handles high-stakes construction disputes in the Malaysian courts, including claims that progress to the Court of Appeal and Federal Court. The team also has experience relating to the enforcement of foreign judgments in Malaysia, as well as handling arbitration and adjudication. The department represents both contractors and employers, as well as consultants, including in relation to residential developments and infrastructure projects.
Work Highlights
- Gan Partnership represented Tuck Sin Engineering & Construction in a dispute relating to claims of delayed damages from the developer of a bridge that suffered from collapse.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I think Gan Partnership is a rising firm. The team has recently done landmark cases in Malaysia. It's a firm to watch for; their names are popular in construction."
"I think Gan Partnership is a rising firm. The team has recently done landmark cases in Malaysia. It's a firm to watch for; their names are popular in construction."
Notable Practitioners
Foo Joon Liang is a noted construction lawyer in Malaysia with expertise in engineering and contractual disputes in Malaysia. He handles litigation, arbitration and adjudication.