Stephenson Harwood Singapore Alliance is the formal law alliance between Virtus Law and Stephenson Harwood. The firm is well known for its strong and extensive shipping practice, which includes insolvency, maritime and international trade. The dispute resolution team of nine partners and 10 other fee earners advise on Singapore litigation and international law matters. Apart from its shipping sector strength, the team is active in commercial litigation, contentious employment matters and international arbitration.
The key contacts for local disputes are directors Daryll Ng, Terence Seah and Lauren Tang. The international arbitration partners include Ng, Chris Bailey, John Simpson and Michelle Yong.
In a multi-jurisdictional highlight, the firm represented two finance companies in Singapore High Court proceedings against PetroChina International and an individual for breach of contract, unjust enrichment, misrepresentation, and conspiracy, with damages amounting to just under $20 million.
