Construction
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Malaysia
Band 1
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The Construction practice group works with some of the world’s largest developers, general and specialized contractors, architects, consultants, and material suppliers to resolve technically complicated and high value construction, engineering and infrastructure disputes.
Our lawyers have in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience in the construction & engineering industries, which enable us to add value across the lifecycle of projects, from procurement to completion. We often work together with engineers, claim consultants and other experts. Our core services include mediation, adjudication, and arbitration.
Chambers Review
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill is a leading full-service law firm in Malaysia with a dedicated team of construction law specialists. The team is regularly entrusted on big-ticket construction disputes, including adjudication and arbitration. The practice is also noted for its front-end construction practice, often advising on construction contracts for the development of warehouse buildings, energy plants and transportation projects.
Work Highlights
- Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhillrepresented Global Wall Malaysia in a dispute with Samsung that concerned a subcontract relating to the construction of the Menara Merdeka 118.
Strengths
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"Our case was a very deep technical matter, but the team at Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill made it simple and easy to understand."
"The team works hard to analyse complex situations and presents them to me in much simpler form, along with strategic options on how to move forward. I believe they go the extra mile."
"Our case was a very deep technical matter, but the team at Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill made it simple and easy to understand."
"The team works hard to analyse complex situations and presents them to me in much simpler form, along with strategic options on how to move forward. I believe they go the extra mile."
Notable Practitioners
Nitin Nadkarni is a pre-eminent lawyer in Kuala Lumpur who specialises in multi-jurisdictional construction arbitration. A consultant in the firm, he also has expertise in tax matters.
Steven Tee is active on front-end construction matters, helping clients with contracts for the development of warehouse buildings and power plants, among others.
Crystal Wong is a strong disputes lawyer who specialises in construction mandates. She is especially well versed in the intricacies of arbitration.
"A top-notch lawyer and incredibly pleasant to work with."
"Her commercial vision is strong. Her valuable insights have helped us a lot in the arbitration process."
Darshendev Singh is a noted construction disputes lawyer who is often active in adjudication and arbitration proceedings in Malaysia.
"Working with Dev has always been a pleasure and an exceptional experience. His understanding of construction law and expertise in arbitration is always instrumental in navigating complex issues."
"I would strongly recommend Darshendev to anyone requiring expert knowledge in the construction field."
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