Healthcare
& Life Sciences

Singapore | Drew & Napier

Lexology (formerly WWL)
Life Sciences
Tony Yeo
Global Elite Thought Leader:
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Patent Litigation 
Recommended Lawyer:
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Patent Litigation, and Regulatory 
National Guide: Southeast Asia - Life Sciences 

Benjamin Gaw
Global Elite Thought Leader:
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Regulatory 
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Transactional 
Recommended Lawyer:
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Product Liability, and Transactional
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Patent Litigation, Product Liability, Regulatory, and Transactional
National Guide: Southeast Asia - Life Sciences 

Meryl Koh
Recommended Lawyer:
Global Guide: Life Sciences - Patent Litigation 
National Guide: Southeast Asia - Life Sciences 

IP
Tony Yeo
Global Elite Thought Leader:
Global Guide: IP - Patents 
Recommended Lawyer:
Global Guide: IP - Patents 
National Guide: Southeast Asia - Patents 

Meryl Koh
Global Elite Thought Leader:
Global Guide: IP - Patents 
Recommended Lawyer:
Global Guide: IP - Patents 
National Guide: Southeast Asia - Patents 

• “Drew & Napier [is] recognised as [a] leader in [the] domestic market.”
• “Tony Yeo is highly sought after by listed biotech and pharmaceutical corporates and government boards for his first-rate regulatory advice.”
• Tony Yeo draws noteworthy plaudits from sources, who highlight his “depth of knowledge about IP subject matters” and his “impressive commercial mind.”
• “Tony Yeo has amassed substantial experience advising on patent infringement and litigation across the region."
• “Benjamin Gaw drills deep into the issues to provide comprehensive and comprehensible advice.”
• “Benjamin’s substantial experience in fund-raising in the health science space leads to winning outcomes."
• “Meryl Koh is highly regarded by clients for her skill in navigating the full spectrum of complex patent disputes.”
• “The excellent Meryl Koh is a renowned patent litigator with in-depth understanding of intricate IP disputes in the biomedical industry.”

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property – Band 1 

Tony Yeo – Band 1 
Meryl Koh – Band 3 

• "Not only are they very good in their legal knowledge, but they are also able to provide value-added advice and services with an appreciated understanding of our business and our trade marking needs."
  
• "When it comes to responsiveness, we hold Drew & Napier in high regard. We can always rely on a quick response to any queries, despite being in different jurisdictions."
• “Drew & Napier has an amazing team of lawyers who are strong not only in science but also in different facets of the law, which is important in complex IP litigation. The firm also stands out because it focuses on the client's business needs first and then tailors the advice to meet those needs.”
• “The team are very knowledgeable, savvy and client-centric, and they can see the big picture.”
• "Drew & Napier has a strong IP department, and they are well resourced at every level. Their turnaround time and response time is very quick."
• "Each partner is assisted by equally capable associates who are specialised in their field of work. They have left no stone unturned in their research and articulation."
• Drew & Napier's lawyers "are meticulous and their advice is strategic".
• "The firm is responsive to our company's needs and we are happy with the level of service."
• “Large and established IP department in Singapore with in-depth experience in contentious IP matters across patents, designs, trade marks, copyrights, licensing, franchising and confidentiality agreements. Particularly adept at handling passing-off actions.”
• “Deep bench of lawyers with cross-border expertise spanning China, Malaysia and the USA.”
• Sources say the IP practice is a “powerhouse in Singapore with very talented lawyers, who think globally while acting locally.”
• "The strength of the firm is the IP department, which is very efficient and whose turnaround time is fast."
• The team is also praised for being “very attentive to client needs, technically strong and good at project management," and are "very good at ensuring a seamless service", adding that:
• "They are really lovely to deal with; very hospitable and well organised. Everything you would expect from a top firm."
• “The team is very responsive, knowledgeable and hard-working. Their grasp of details is impressive.”

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property – Tier 1 

Tony Yeo – Hall of Fame 
Meryl Koh – Next Generation Partner
Javier Yeo – Rising Star   

• “Drew & Napier is one of the biggest and best IP practices in Singapore. The services provided are top-notch.”
• “The Drew & Napier team are unique in that they have experience dealing with complex patent litigations.”
• “The team is very prompt and efficient.”
• “We instruct the firm to file all our Singapore patent and trademark applications, which may originate worldwide. Their performance is very good, as our legal needs are satisfied by the firm at a reasonable cost.”
• “Information flow within the D&N team is seamless. If you spoke on the phone with one member, the rest of the team will be updated so you do not have to repeat your concerns / points of view. During the pandemic, they could also switch easily into virtual meetings and share documents for editing remotely through their portal safely.”
• “Very professional team. With D&N the key difference is their professionalism and internal confidence in their own abilities.”
• “D&N has always impressed me with their professionalism and efficiency. Unlike other firms, they are always timely, detailed and careful in their handling of my cases. The most important thing that sets them apart from the rest is their perseverance and innovative ideas. Somehow, they always seem to have a solution for everything, even for the most difficult and challenging cases. Their flexibility to accommodate to my tight schedule is also a very big plus point.”
• "The team is effectively bilingual and was able to look through our curriculum and workflow documents in Chinese to identify gaps in IP compliance and security. They were also able to put together a comprehensive handbook which we use to train newcomers to our company.”
• “Strategic and first-class lawyers. One of the best in the IP litigation arena. Possess a depth of knowledge, great commercial sense, and responsive. Consistently delivers reliable, excellent, and practical advice and work. Able to handle highly complex work.”
• “A fantastic legal team. They work closely as one unit. Their depth of knowledge, aggressiveness in litigation strategy and business savviness is outstanding.”
  
• Sources say that Drew & Napier LLC's “’very sharp team' provides 'practical business-focused advice' on all types of IP assets”.
• Drew & Napier LLC’s "‘tenacious’ team is ‘meticulous and strategic in providing advice, seeing the big picture while drilling down into the finer points’.”
• “Drew & Napier is the best there is when it comes to litigation.”
• “The lawyers at Drew & Napier LLC excel in their ‘knowledge of local legislation’ and litigation.”

Malaysia | Shearn Delamore & Co.

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• One interviewee regards it as "the standout firm in Malaysia for IP."

Dispute Resolution 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• One client praises its "great team," commending their "excellent research work, written submissions and the manner in which they prepare for, and argue in, hearings."

Corporate/M&A 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• "Shearn Delamore & Co is our go-to firm when we need sound and practical legal advice that provides value-added, commercially sound and new perspectives to our deals."

Tax 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• "They provided good advice on how we should strategise in terms of the tax settlement process with the local authority."

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• “The firm has expertise encompassing all manner of intellectual property related legal work. With a number of senior IP practitioners, they have greater depth of knowledge and experience.”

Dispute Resolution 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• “Shearn Delamore & Co. team provides sound legal advice, in-depth analysis of complex issues and effective & innovative solutions to various issues.”

Corporate/M&A 2010-2020 – Tier 1 for 11 consecutive years

• The practice is commended for its “response times, industry knowledge, appropriate advice, strength-in-depth, and value for money”.

Tax 2010-2017, 2019 and 2020 – Tier 1; Tier 2 (2018)

• “The team has the immense ability to understand a lot of new information within a very short period of time related to a business they were previously not familiar with.”

Asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2016-2020 – Outstanding for 5 consecutive years; Highly Recommended for 3 consecutive years (2013-2015); Tier 1 for 3 consecutive years (2010-2012)

• “A strong team with a good range of legal and technical staff at different levels of seniority. They are willing to take on hard cases and push for their clients.”

Dispute Resolution 2016-2020 – Outstanding for 5 consecutive years; Highly Recommended for 3 consecutive years (2013-2015); Tier 1 for 3 consecutive years (2010-2012)

• “The firm eschews theory and banality, delivering sound practical advice that is aligned with our business needs.”

Corporate/M&A 2016-2020 – Outstanding for 5 consecutive years; Highly Recommended for 3 consecutive years (2013-2015); Tier 1 for 3 consecutive years (2010-2012)

• “Very professional team - committed to the timeline and job scope.”

Tax 2017-2020 – Outstanding for 4 consecutive years; Highly Recommended for 4 consecutive years (2013-2016); Tier 1 for 3 consecutive years (2010-2012)

• "The firm provides professional advisory service with excellent support. The firm is articulate and communicates well with Inland Revenue on behalf of the client.”

Indonesia | Makarim & Taira S.

Asialaw Profiles
Corporate/M&A 2020 – Highly Recommended for 7 consecutive years

Lia Alizia - Distinguished Practitioner
Rahayu Ningsih Hoed - Elite Practitioner

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Corporate/M&A 2024 – Band 3 for 4 consecutive years; Previously Band 4 for 5 consecutive years 

Hilton King - Band 2
Vincent Ariesta Lie - Band 4

• "The Makarim & Taira team have a good sense of the complexities of the Indonesian regulatory and business landscape and are able to provide practical guidance during a deal."
• "The lawyers in the firm have in-depth legal knowledge on corporate and M&A in Indonesia.
• Hilton King: "It is always a pleasure to work with Hilton. He offers practical advice balanced with the nuances of the Indonesian landscape."
• Vincent Ariesta Lie: "Vincent is creative and energetic and has great market knowledge and intelligence."

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Corporate/M&A 2023– Tier 1; Previously Tier 2 for 8 consecutive years

Rahayu Ningsih Hoed - Leading Individual 
Lia Alizia - Leading Individual 
Hilton King - Leading Individual
Norma Mutalib - Recommended Individual
Stephanie Kandou - Recommended Individual

• "Ability to comprehend the issues that require resolution. Efficient response and able to appreciate the needs of the client."
  
• "Hilton King is a seasoned international lawyer and therefore has a strong appreciation of the needs of multinational clients trying to navigate the complexities of the Indonesian legal landscape. He is well supported by Stephanie Kandou and a number of associates who together provide a wholesome service."

IFLR1000: The Guide to the World’s Leading Financial Law Firms
M&A 2023 – Tier 2 for 9 consecutive years

Rahayu Ningsih Hoed - Highly Regarded for 7 consecutive years
Vincent Ariesta Lie - Highly Regarded for 5 consecutive years
Lia Alizia - Highly Regarded for 3 consecutive years

• “They are quite practical and really understand our wishes.”
• Vincent Ariesta Lie: “He is very responsive and practical when handling the deal. He deep dives on each case.”

Thailand | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 16 consecutive years

Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 21 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2023 – Outstanding for 15 consecutive years

Vietnam | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 13 consecutive years

Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 15 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2023 – Outstanding for 8 consecutive years

Cambodia | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
General Business Law 2023 – Band 2 for 3 consecutive years

Legal 500 Asia Pacific
General Business Law 2023 – Tier 2 for 6 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
General Business Law 2023 – Highly Recommended for 6 consecutive years

Laos | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
General Business Law 2023 – Band 2 for 2 consecutive years

Legal 500 Asia Pacific
General Business Law 2023 – Tier 1 for 6 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
General Business Law 2023 – Highly Recommended for 7 consecutive years

Myanmar | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
General Business Law 2023 – Band 4 for 4 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
General Business Law 2023 – Recommended for 4 consecutive years

WTR 1000
Intellectual Property 2023 – Recommended for 2 consecutive years