Kay Kian Tan
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025
Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration + 1 more ranking
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About
Provided by Kay Kian Tan
Practice Areas
Kay Kian specialises in the energy, maritime and insurance sectors, where he advises corporates and multi-nationals on international commercial arbitration and litigation.
He is a barrister and is admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales and an advocate and solicitor in Singapore. He has worked in London and Singapore and has been based in WFW’s Bangkok office since 2001.
Career
Kay Kian is recognised as one of Thailand’s leading international arbitration and dispute resolution experts by legal directories Chambers Asia Pacific and Legal 500 Asia Pacific.
In 2020, Chambers noted “he is extremely thorough and a very safe pair of hands” and “he has an in-depth understanding of Thai arbitration systems and the business culture in general.”
Chambers Review
Asia-Pacific
Kay Kian Tan is well-versed in international arbitration and has extensive experience of maritime disputes. His practice also covers construction and representation for high net worth individuals.
Kay Kian Tan acts for insurers and reinsurers on coverage disputes and is well-versed at taking on mandates in the banking, real estate and hospitality sectors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Kay Kian Tan understands the issues. He is one of dispute lawyers that I would think of when we have an international arbitration matter. He is impressive to me."
"Kay Kian Tan understands the issues. He is one of dispute lawyers that I would think of when we have an international arbitration matter. He is impressive to me."
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