TSMP Law Corporation operates across the contentious and non-contentious areas, representing a variety of corporates and c-suite individuals. It is frequently referred engagements from large international law firms. The firm has advised large Singapore organisations on major investigations and transaction-related issues (including equity and compensation) over the last year, along with substantial and headline disputes. It ‘delivers an exceptional service and expertise that rivals larger competitors in the industry’. Department head Ian Lim has over 20 years’ experience in labour and employment matters, with an established record in contentious, transactional and regulatory matters. Nicholas Ngo (’thinks outside the box’) provides additional senior-level expertise. Angela Chai is making an impression at the senior associate level.
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‘Ian Lim and Nicholas Ngo are very personable and easy to work with. They understand the nuts and bolts of employment law and are responsive to demanding timelines. There was once when I had to ask Nicholas to respond even when he was at a firm retreat and he came through for me.’
‘TSMP is a well-respected firm that punches above its weight. Its employment and labour practice delivers an exceptional service and expertise that rivals larger competitors in the industry.'
‘Ian Lim is a clever lawyer who provides practical advice and delivers services with great style, combining expertise with a polished, sophisticated approach to consistently exceed expectations. Nicholas Ngo, who recently was made a director of the firm, is also hardworking and thinks outside the box. ’
‘The team is the very definition of dedication to their client's needs. They are responsive and ever willing to explain the procedural idiosyncrasies that one may not be familiar with. They listen intently and can explain in simple terms why something will or will not work.’
‘Ian Lim is an outstanding partner who is easy to work with and drives his team to provide the same standard of excellence. It is a joy to witness him come up with his quick and meaningful retort v opposing counsel. Angela Chai is a rising star who can quickly sift through voluminous documents and break down complex concepts. Ian and his team have taken the time to understand and have made it a point to remember the business model so we don't have to re-explain again and again.’
‘Ian Lim and his team are always available and very responsive. Their advisory work is practical and balanced.’
‘Ian Lim and his team are experts in employment law, known for their detailed advice and guidance through complex legal processes. They respond quickly and work tirelessly to support their clients, ensuring a high level of client service. What sets them apart is their combination of deep legal knowledge and a proactive, client-centric approach.’
‘Ian Lim is an excellent lawyer. He has solid technical knowledge and is practical in his approach to finding solutions. Above all, he's personable and it's a pleasure working with him.’
Clients clés
- Citibank
- DHL
- Emerson
- FIS
- IBM
Points forts
- Advised Singapore Exchange (SGX) listed TEHO International and its subsidiary TEHO Water on its investigations into endemic corporate fraud and misconduct by TEHO Water’s ex-Managing Director, and acted for TEHO against the MD and his company in Singapore High Court proceedings for damages and injunctions.
- Advised major Singapore insurer Singlife on employment, equity and compensation issues arising out of its 100% acquisition by Sumitomo Life, with the transaction valued at a Singapore record S$4.6 billion for the insurance industry.
- Advising and acting pro bono for a foreign worker in his prospective appeal against an Employment Claims Tribunals (“ECT”) Order.
Avocats
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Nicholas Ngo
Meilleurs collaborateurs
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Angela Chai
Responsable de la pratique
Ian Lim
Autres avocats clés
Nicholas Ngo; Angela Chai