Michael Tan

From courtroom advocacy to shaping the written record of Singapore law — our lawyers continue to make their mark beyond practice.   We are delighted that our Joel Leow (廖伟祥), Associate Director in our Dispute Resolution team, has co-authored the Conflict of Laws chapter in the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) Annual Review of Singapore Cases (2024).   The Review distils important 2024 Singapore decisions on conflict of laws (also known as private international law) issues commonly seen in disputes with cross-border elements. The Review, which has previously been cited by local courts and local and foreign academics, is a useful resource for practitioners, judges and academics. Joel’s contribution reflects the depth, rigour and thought leadership that our colleagues bring to the law every day.   The chapter referred to was published in the SAL Ann Rev on 19 September 2025 on Journals Online. The original publication can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gX6-BJYD © 2025 Contributor(s) and Singapore Academy of Law. No part of the chapter may be reproduced without permission from the copyright holders.   #SAL #LegalThoughtLeadership #DrewAndNapier #DisputeResolution

123

8 Comments

Dentons has been appointed by the Government of Singapore to develop the model legal framework for international carbon credit trading under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. This landmark project is led by Senior Partner Jonathan Guwe, supported by a global team including Senior Partner Emily Low, Partners Teng Wei Ng and Jean Nie Ho, Senior Associate Joey Tam and Associate Mason Sim from Singapore, Partner Jeff Fort from Chicago, Partner Hazel Saffery from Calgary, Partner Helen Bowdren from London, Managing Partner Claire Armstrong from Scotland, Partner Owen McLennan and Associate Sam Smart from Edinburg. In collaboration with Arden Climate (formerly Pollination Law LLC), this engagement marks a significant milestone in global climate law and policy, reinforcing Dentons’ commitment to legal innovation and international cooperation in advancing climate solutions. This is a proud moment for Dentons and a meaningful step forward in building transparent and effective carbon markets. For more information: https://lnkd.in/gqhF9YMX #Dentons #DentonsRodyk #CarbonMarkets #ParisAgreement #Article6 #Sustainability #ClimateLaw #LegalFramework #Singapore #Canada #UnitedKingdom

150

3 Comments

Supporting businesses to enter the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH), the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has started a pilot program that offers a part refund on official search & examination fees. Principal Chiou Yu Choo breaks down the benefits and details for patent applicants considering broader protection. If you're looking to enter the Southeast Asia market, reach out to the Singapore team for a strategy discussion. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-yBabuw #360degExpertise #Intellectualproperty #IPstrategy

43

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹. 𝗪𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝘁. The law will apply solely to corporations (excluding LLPs and business trusts), with the Government indicating that expansion to individual insolvency may follow in a later phase. Clause 21 (mirroring Article 21 of the Model Law) allows courts to permit a foreign representative to transfer a debtor’s property abroad. But with safeguards of obtaining leave of Court, and where claims of creditors in Malaysia up to a threshold sum must first be satisfied locally. Deputy Minister M. Kulasegaran explained that: "At present, the study is ongoing to determine a fair threshold by taking into account all input and perspectives, ensuring the final value set is truly balanced, in line with the objectives of the Bill, while protecting creditors' interests and safeguarding micro, small and medium enterprises in Malaysia," he said. https://lnkd.in/gNYgJCKF

83

1 Comment