Joseph Lopez is a dispute resolution boutique that provides comprehensive legal services in shipping and commercial disputes, representing multinational clients at all levels of Singapore courts. The firm's expertise spans various sectors, including engineering and natural resources. The firm specializes in trade-related disputes, international arbitration and contentious commodities-related work. The firm is led by managing partner Joseph Lopez and partner Kyle Yew.
In one highlight, the team represented the respondent in an ongoing Singapore-seated arbitration in relation to alleged breaches of corporate guarantee in relation to JVAs for financing arrangements and vessel construction. This dispute and challenge application involved novel procedural and jurisdictional issues under the SIAC rules and Singapore's International Arbitration Act. In another high-stakes matter, the firm is acting for a Chinese HNWI in a claim involving the shares of a Singapore-registered fund management company. A 50% shareholder of a Singapore-based commodities trading company enlisted Lopez and his team in a dispute against the sole director and other related parties for misuse of the company's funds.
Client feedback
"The firm conducted an excellent review of past correspondences, gaining new knowledge in the process. The lawyers prepared a professional written reply and counter-suggestion to the construction companies’ lawyer." – Construction
"Lawyers provide sound legal advice, constant updates and have a professional attitude." – Construction
"They represented our case in the best way. The arguments and counterarguments were to the point and factual." – International arbitration
Joseph Lopez
"He understands the problem very well and explains the logical solution. He effectively represented us in the complex case."
Kyle Yew Chang Mao
“He is diligent and professional in attitude. He provides sound legal advice and constant feedback and updates."
"He conducts a methodical review of evidence and quickly gains knowledge in specialized areas with which he probably wasn't familiar."
