Halim Hong & Quek’s Dispute Resolution practice advises clients on complex, high-value and strategically sensitive disputes across a wide range of industries and forums. The practice is led by Siva Kumar Kanagasabai, Head of Dispute Resolution, and is supported by a team of experienced litigators and arbitration practitioners.
We represent local and international corporates, financial institutions, developers, shipowners, employers and high-net-worth individuals in contentious matters before the Malaysian Courts and domestic and international arbitral tribunals. Our work frequently involves cross-border elements, regulatory considerations and significant commercial exposure.
Our approach is grounded in strong advocacy, careful risk assessment and commercial realism. We work closely with clients to understand their objectives, whether that involves decisive litigation, strategic negotiation, or early dispute resolution.
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Practice Overview
Navigating the intersection of maritime commerce and complex litigation requires a rare blend of industry intuition and legal mastery. Our practice is built on this synergy, offering global clients a multidisciplinary shield against the evolving risks of the shipping world.
We deliver more than legal advice; we provide commercial resilience. Our Maritime & Shipping team is recognised for its ability to solve the industry’s most pressing challenges with pragmatic, sector-specific strategies.
The team is led by Siva Kumar Kanagasabai, a Legal 500 Asia Pacific-ranked ‘Leading Lawyer’ and a ‘prominent figure in the market’ according to Chambers and Partners with more than 30 years of experience in the legal industry.
Our team excels at the 'sharp end' of maritime law, including:
By integrating multidisciplinary expertise with a deep understanding of the global supply chain, we safeguard our clients’ interests in any jurisdiction.
Why HHQ
Our Shipping and Maritime practice combines specialist industry knowledge with extensive experience in commercial litigation and arbitration. This multidisciplinary expertise enables us to approach each matter strategically, considering both legal and commercial perspectives, and avoiding the limitations of a narrow or siloed approach.
Operating within a global and fast-moving industry, we leverage a well-established international network of law firms and maritime professionals to support our clients’ legal needs across jurisdictions. This allows us to deliver coordinated, effective solutions wherever issues arise.
With offices in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru; HHQ has access to resources to deal with maritime issues on the ground throughout Peninsular Malaysia. It also has strong relationships with law firms in Sabah and Sarawak to support clients in maritime related matters in the Malaysian side of the island of Borneo.
We are known for our responsiveness and expeditious turnaround, particularly in urgent and time-sensitive matters such as vessel arrests. Clients rely on us to act decisively and efficiently when immediate action is required.
Our services extend beyond court and arbitration proceedings. We provide practical advisory support and assist clients in navigating interactions with government and regulatory enforcement agencies, ensuring comprehensive legal support at every stage.
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Practice Area: Real Estate and Land Disputes
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We advise and act for clients across a wide range of real estate and land disputes. We represent registered proprietors, beneficial owners, developers, purchasers, strata management bodies and management committees, landlords and tenants in matters involving land ownership and possession, stratified developments, sale and purchase agreement disputes (including LAD, rescission and misrepresentation claims), tribunal proceedings and judicial reviews (including Homebuyer’s and Strata Management Tribunal matters), land encroachment and boundary disputes, private caveat applications, and tenancy and lease enforcement.
These matters are often time-sensitive and have material commercial impact. We take a practical, commercially informed approach and align strategy with the client’s objectives.
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We advise companies and boards facing financial distress, as well as creditors and investors seeking to protect their position and to maximise recovery when counterparties face financial issues.
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We advise companies, boards, majority shareholders and minority shareholders in disputes arising from breakdowns in governance and contested control.
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