19 ASIAN LEGAL BUSINESS – NOVEMBER 2023 WWW.LEGALBUSINESSONLINE.COM COVER STORY Kenneth Cheow 39, managing director, Atlas Asia Law Corporation Kenneth Cheow is the managing director of Atlas Asia Law Corporation, the Singapore law firm member of the EY global network. Cheow’s specialises in mergers and acquisitions and corporate matters, and his extensive experience includes advising on a range of domestic and crossborder transactions, such as share and asset acquisitions and divestments, corporate re-organisations and entity rationalisation exercises, as well as private equity investments. In recent years, Cheow has worked on several large-scale corporate reorganisation and transformation projects for multinational groups and publicly listed corporations in various sectors, including construction, industrials, marine and offshore, media and advertising, chemicals, technology and payment services. His track record is a testament to his in-depth expertise and ability to handle high-stakes and complex transactions. Cheow’s clients highly appreciate his work. One general counsel praises Cheow as “an effective and efficient counsel on both commercial and regulatory matters” and that “his advice has always been direct, timely and with foresight, placing us advantageously in our deals.” Another client mentions that “his exceptional diligence, professional acumen, and commitment to our interests were instrument” to their transactions. Jessica Chow 36, associate director, PKWA Law Jessica Chow is an associate director at PKWA Law, specialising in divorce cases. Chow is highly experienced in handling contested and uncontested divorces, including matters such as children’s custody, division of matrimonial assets, and maintenance. Her proficiency in dealing with HDB-related matters is particularly noteworthy, making her a highly soughtafter lawyer in cases involving couples with HDB properties. She is not only an expert in the legal aspects of divorce cases, but also a skilled mediator and negotiator. She is an Accredited Mediator and Collaborative Family Practitioner. Her expertise extends to a wide range of family law cases, including complex divorce and division of matrimonial assets for high-net-worth individuals. Her work also extends to addressing HDB and CPF issues in divorce cases, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and complex deeds of separation that span different jurisdictions. Recognised for her compassionate yet strategic demeanour, she de-escalates tensions and guides clients toward amicable solutions. Chow’s compassionate yet strategic approach has earned her recognition among her clients and peers. Lim Chong Boon, the head of family law at PKWA Law, states, “Chow combines legal expertise with empathy, compassion, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients, making her an invaluable asset to our family law team. She is excellent and experienced in clarifying legal matters with direct, clear, and easily understandable explanations for clients in distress.” Chua Shang Chai 39, partner, Dentons Rodyk & Davidson Chua Shang Chai is an experienced lawyer with over 13 years of legal practice. A senior partner at his firm praised him for having “excellent knowledge of pertinent real estate laws and regulations, especially those relating to land titles and collective or en-bloc sales.” Additionally, the senior partner commends Shang as “extremely dedicated to the practice of law and spares no effort in delivering quality legal services in a timely fashion.” Shang’s confident and amicable personality “helps him to connect very well with clients. He manifests good LAW FIRM Ami Brett HFW Bong Yuho AEI Legal Shobna Chandran Shobna Chandran Kenneth Cheow Atlas Asia Law Jeremiah Chew Norton Rose Fulbright Shi Jin Chia Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee Sharon Chong RHTLaw Asia Jessica Chow PKWA Law Matthew Chow Mayer Brown Chua Shang Chai Dentons Rodyk & Davidson Danna Er Eldan Law (in association with international law firm DWF) Seraphina Ho Drew & Napier Hoon Chi Tern Rajah & Tann Singapore Huang Yanting Drew & Napier Srruthi Ilankathir Davinder Singh Chambers George Kho Ashurst ADTLaw Min Kim Milbank Chuan Wei Kong Latham & Watkins
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