Asialaw Ranking 2024: Yuen Law Directors and Practices Ranked

Yuen Law is Ranked as a Recognised Firm in Asialaw 2024

We are excited to share that Yuen Law has been ranked in the 2024 edition of Asialaw, a leading publication recognizing top law firms across Asia. 

This year, we have earned recognition in multiple practice areas, including new rankings in Regulatory and Investment Funds. These accolades highlight our growing expertise in these specialized fields and our expanded work in the dynamic fintech regulatory landscape and investment fund sector. 

Yuen Law has been ranked in five key practice areas this year:

Recognised

  • Corporate and M&A
  • Regulatory
  • Dispute Resolution

Notable

  • Investment Funds
  • Private Equity

This marks the second consecutive year our Corporate and M&A has been awarded a Recognised ranking. We are particularly proud of our upward movement in Dispute Resolution.

Leading Lawyers in Singapore

We are also proud to celebrate the Notable rankings of three of our principal lawyers, who have been acknowledged for their outstanding work across multiple disciplines:

Samuel Yuen, Director and Head of Corporate Practice Group

Recognized for his outstanding and Corporate and M&A, Samuel is noted for his innovative approach, particularly in the technology and telecommunications sectors. His strategic insights have been instrumental in advising clients on cross-border M&A transactions and complex corporate restructuring.

Kevin Chua, Senior Director and Team Lead of Regulatory & Securities

Ranked for his expertise in Corporate and M&A as well as Regulatory, Kevin has been a key figure in driving the firm’s regulatory practice. He has guided fintech and financial services clients through payments services regulatory frameworks and compliance matters.

Amos Cai, Director and Head of Dispute Resolution

Amos Cai is recognized for his excellence in Dispute Resolution. Leading our litigation practice, he successfully represents clients in complex commercial disputes and arbitration. This year, he has focused on advising on challenging matters involving shareholder disputes, investment conflicts, debt recovery, and construction claims. 

These rankings reflect the high caliber of our legal team and their commitment to providing clients with exceptional service and legal guidance.

Client Testimonials

Our clients have commended our practical, business-oriented approach as reflected in feedback provided to the Asialaw research team: 

“Yuen Law has consistently been the firm that I go back to for practical, sound and contextualised advice that balances my objectives, financial capacity and business acumen.” – Corporate and M&A client

“Honest, hard-working, very knowledgeable. They execute with high quality.” – Investment funds client

“Knowledgeable and professional.” – Dispute resolution client

About Our Corporate Practice

Our Corporate M&A and Private Equity team excels in managing complex mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring. We also offer expert guidance on investments into strategic startups and targets.

Expanded Expertise in Regulatory and Investment Funds

Our Regulatory and Investment Funds work has expanded significantly over the past year. We focus on regulatory and compliance work for financial services and fintech clients. We have been helping clients navigate regulatory challenges, particularly in securing MAS licenses, regulatory approvals. We also advise fund managers and family offices on fund structuring, compliance, and wind-down processes, offering innovative strategies that optimize fund recovery and meet investor expectations. 

Deal Highlights

Singapore Legal Services - Deal Highlight
Worldgate Express Lines
Represented Worldgate Express Lines Pte Ltd, sellers of freight forwarding businesses in India and Singapore in a dual acquisition by Yasuda Logistics Corporation, a Japanese-listed company.
Simply Sakal
Represented the sellers in the S$4.7 million sale of the property management company Simply Sakal to Nasdaq-listed Ohmyhome involving a multi-currency consideration. This transaction is part of Ohmyhome's strategy to become a super app, and expand its user base in Singapore.
Card Solutions Provider
Acted for a regulated financial institution specialising in providing businesses with comprehensive card solutions in its expansion into MAS-regulated activities and third-party support services.
Fund Manager
Advised a Registered Fund Manager through complex redemption and wind-down processes to optimise fund recovery via innovative repayment strategies to investors.
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About Our Dispute Resolution Practice

Our Dispute Resolution Practice group consistently applies a strategic, client-focused approach for the best outcomes across a wide range of disputes. The team is well-versed in resolving complex commercial disputes. 

Deal Highlights

Singapore Legal Services - Deal Highlight
Eon Reality
Defended EON Reality against a S$1.48 million claim by its ex-employee for breach of contract for outstanding commissions and salary.
Bakery Chain
Acted for a Taiwanese bakery chain in claims involving breaches of directors’ duties by former directors, misconduct by a former finance manager, and misappropriation of funds.
High Net Worth Estate
Represented the executor of a Dutch individual's estate in a case involving a time-barred claim against a former business partner and spouse, related to breaches of duties concerning prime location luxury condominium units.
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About Asialaw and Rankings

Asialaw is Asia’s leading legal directory, known for its comprehensive, independent rankings of top law firms and practitioners across 20 jurisdictions. Rankings are based on extensive qualitative reviews by a research team, including peer and industry feedback.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Clients and Partners

We sincerely thank all our clients, business partners, and friends for your continued trust and support. It has been an honour to work on your legal matters. This recognition is a testament to our dedication and commitment to excellence in managing the matters you entrust to us. 

Contact Information 

For information and/or assistance on Corporate matters, you may contact:

Samuel YuenDirector and Head of Corporate Practice
E: sam@yuenlaw.com.sg

Kevin ChuaSenior Director and Team Lead for Fintech and Financial Services RegulationsE: kevin@yuenlaw.com.sg

If you would like information and/or assistance on Litigation and Dispute Resolution matters, you may contact:

Amos CaiDirector and Head of Disputes ResolutionE: amoscai@yuenlaw.com.sg 

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