David Allan ST Advocates‘ Sarawak-based practice advises clients across the variety of industry sectors, and has a client base which consists of national banks, property developers and insurance companies, amongst others. The team is particularly adept at handling both Islamic and conventional banking matters. The practice is co-led by David Toh who has noteworthy expertise in real estate and construction-related matters, Allan Lao who is a key contact for high-profile financial institutions seeking advice on debt recovery procedures and insolvency issues, and Charles Wong who is an expert in the negotiation of development agreements. Lidwina Kiew is also a key figure, leveraging her experience in complex contractual disputes.
Law firms in Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysia
David Allan ST Advocates
Responsables de la pratique:
David Toh; Allan Lao; Charles Wong
Autres avocats clés:
Lidwina Kiew
Les références
‘For Sarawak matters, this is the go-to firm for all areas of law. The firm is long established and has the widest network in the state.’
‘Allan Lao’s advice is to the point with no vagueness.’
‘Professional and the team has extensive knowledge with regards to Sarawak Law.’
Principaux clients
Tecktonic & Sons Holdings Sdn Bhd
Naim group of companies (Naim Land/Peranan Makmur/Desa Ilmu)
RB Development Sdn Bhd (part of IJM group of companies)
Elica Sdn Bhd
Lee Onn group of companies
Monarda Sdn Bhd
Standard Parade Sdn Bhd
Lafrowda Development Sdn Bhd
MJC City Development Sdn Bhd
Sinar Mekar Properties Sdn Bhd
Hevision Sdn Bhd
Cahya Mata Development Sdn Bhd
Timber Land Properties Sdn Bhd
SPC Land Sdn Bhd
GSD Southland Sdn Bhd
Petra Jaya Properties Sdn Bhd
Nursinar Development Sdn Bhd
Interhill Property Development Sdn Bhd
Power Majestic Sdn Bhd
BJN Realty Sdn Bhd
Musyati Development Sdn Bhd
LCDA Real Estate Sdn Bhd
UDA Holdings Berhad
Elegant Pearl Properties Sdn Bhd (Yo Jia Group of Companies)
Principaux dossiers
- Handled loan facilities for the client amounting to RM186 Million.
- Handled loan facilities for the client amounting to RM72 million and RM75 million respectively.
- Handled loan facilities amounting to RM52 million for the client.
Reddi & Co Advocates
Reddi & Co Advocates‘ well-established Sarawak-based team is recognised for its broad capabilities across corporate and commercial, banking and finance, real property, land, and civil litigation matters. The team is adept at handling both Islamic and conventional banking matters, advising on joint venture and development agreements, and advising companies listed on Bursa Securities Malaysia. Further, shareholder and directors’ disputes, tort and civil claims, and construction litigation are key areas of focus, as is advising on specialised Sarawak land issues. The practice is co-led by Sim Hui Chuang, who has experience with significant High Court actions concerning legislative competence, and Perpetua Phang who leverages her experience in advising on financing and security documents for infrastructure projects and handling legal due diligence for target companies.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sim Hui Chuang; Perpetua Phang
Autres avocats clés:
Sandy Tang Pui Nyuk; Loh Wei Siong
Les références
‘Trusted, professional, proven to deliver. The team do it right the first time, are strong and experienced and a capable talent pool.’
‘They get things right the first time and provide very professional legal advice, I deal mostly with Perpetua Phang and her team. Their expertise spans from litigation and conveyancing to advisory for capital markets.’
‘The firm excels at providing holistic legal advice, considering client perspectives and commercial realities. The team also proposes and refines clauses with the client’s best interest at heart.’
Principaux dossiers
Loke, King, Goh & Partners Advocates
Loke, King, Goh & Partners Advocates‘ group's Sarawak-based practice has experience handling commercial, corporate and conveyancing matters, as well as expertise in complex land and immigration matters specific to the state. It also frequently advises West Malaysian clients on regional investments, while its litigation offering is active in native land, defamation, and shareholder derivative cases, amongst others. Ong Ai-Lyn leads the practice and has a focus on corporate and banking, including assisting with international joint ventures, listing exercises, and M&A. Yong Sie Mee is noted for her work in commercial and corporate litigation and arbitration, handling areas such as building construction disputes, contractual claims, and company law disputes. Shawn Zachary Tan departed in 2025.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ong Ai-Lyn
Autres avocats clés:
Yong Sie Mee