Matrimonial, Wills
& Probate

Globalisation and inter-connectivity has grown to an unprecedented level. Yet, in areas of private client disputes, matrimonial law, estate and succession planning, there remains an ever present need for strong local expertise to handle and navigate the legal landscape which remains firmly unique to each legal jurisdiction.

Our Matrimonial, Wills & Probate Practice Group consists of a regional team of specialists in our respective jurisdictions, with in-depth knowledge on local laws and regulations as well as vast experience in handling cross-border matters. Our network of well-regarded professionals is qualified in a broad range of matters concerning private client issues, family law matters, and estate and succession planning.  

We are well placed to provide comprehensive solutions for all family and inter-personal relationship disputes. Our Team regularly acts for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients on private wealth disputes and family law disputes. Such matters include divorces, child custody and guardianship disputes, family relocation disputes, maintenance and asset division litigation and domestic violence cases. Access to our extensive regional network of legal expertise provides our clients with an edge in cases where parties seek jurisdictional advantage in matters involving competing fora for adjudication of their disputes.

Our team of private client experts also advise and represent clients in contentious estate, probate and inheritance disputes such as challenging the validity of a will and claims in respect of the assets of a deceased. Our collective expertise encompasses the full range of estate matters which often involve complex issues with respect to testamentary capacity or mental capacity, fraud and undue influence. Our team has the requisite experience, contact network and access to qualified forensic and medical expertise required for matters involving complex fraud-related and mental capacity issues.

We understand the intricacies of familial relationships and frequently advise on succession planning and will drafting. We act in non-contentious probate and inheritance cases involving obtaining a Grant of Representation, as well as in trust and estate administration. We also assist and advise clients on other non-contentious private client and matrimonial matters such as pre/post-nuptial agreements, legacy planning and wills preparation.

Our network of regional lawyers enables our clients, access to high-quality expertise across multiple jurisdictions – an advantage which is increasingly invaluable in an age where families have familial ties and financial interests which transcend national boundaries.

We are consistently at the forefront of legal developments in each of our jurisdictions and have been involved in numerous landmark court decisions. Our practice is defined by the diligence, attention to detail, tact, sensitivity and professionalism with which we handle intricate and demanding legal challenges to obtain optimal solutions for our clients. With our network, our clients are assured of timely and well thought-out legal approaches to cases with an international dimension, even in complicated and multi-jurisdictional disputes.

Key Partners

Randolph Khoo

Managing Director, Dispute Resolution
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Johnson Loo

Director, Dispute Resolution
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Rahayu Ningsih Hoed

Partner / Real Estate / Mining and Energy / Mergers and Acquisitions / Litigation and Dispute Resolution / Competition Law / Employment / Construction / Infrastructure and Major Project / Hotel, Resort and Tourism...
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Yee Mei Ken

Partner / Dispute Resolution / Private Client & Family Business / Regulatory Compliance & Enforcement / Arbitration & Mediation / Head, China Desk
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Jimmy S. Y. Liew

Partner / Dispute Resolution / Arbitration & Mediation / Private Client & Family Business
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Eduardo A. Martinez

Senior Partner / Head, Dispute Resolution
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Mary Elizabeth M. Belmonte

Partner / Head, Tax Practice Group
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Pimvimol (June) Vipamaneerut

Partner, Employment
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Suruswadee Jaimsuwan

Counsel, Dispute Resolution
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Accolades

Singapore | Drew & Napier

Chambers Asia-Pacific

Randolph Khoo – Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Singapore 2024 - ranked leading lawyer for 7 consecutive years

Chambers High Net Worth Guide

Private Wealth Law 2024 – Leading firm for 9 consecutive years

Singapore Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth 2024 - Band 1
Randolph Khoo – Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth (Singapore) 2023 - Band 1 (3 consecutive years)
Hoon Shu Mei – Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth (Singapore) 2023 - Band 1 (3 years ranked)

Asian Legal Business SE Asia Law Awards

Matrimonial and Family Law Firm of the Year 2021, 2022 and 2023

Indonesia | Makarim & Taira S.

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Dispute Resolution 2024 – Highly Ranked for 7 consecutive years

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Dispute Resolution 2024 – Tier 2 for 6 consecutive years

Rahayu Ningsih Hoed – Leading Individual
Lia Alizia – Recommended Lawyer 
Harris Toengkagie – Recommended Lawyer 
Rudy Andreas Halomoan Sitorus – Rising Stars

  • “They are very dependable and knowledgeable.”
  • Lia Alizia:"They are knowledgeable, prompt and provide very useful advice. Lia Alizia is always the first person who comes to mind when my clients require advice on Indonesian law."

Benchmark Litigation
Insolvency 2023 – Tier 2 for 2 consecutive years; Previously Tier 3 for 3 consecutive years

Dispute Resolution 2023 – Tier 2 for 5 consecutive years

  • Rahayu Ningsih Hoed – Litigation Star
  • Lia Alizia – Litigation Star
  • Rudy Andreas Sitorus – Future Star

Asialaw 
Dispute Resolution 2023 – Highly Recommended for 9 consecutive years

The Legal 500 - Asia Pacific
Restructuring & Insolvency 2024 – Tier 2 for 4 consecutive years; Previously Tier 1 for 2 consecutive years

  • Lia Alizia – Recommended lawyer
  • Rahayu Ningsih Hoed - Recommended lawyer
  • Hilton King - Recommended lawyer

IFLR1000: The Guide to the World’s Leading Financial Law Firms
Restructuring & Insolvency2023 – Tier 2 for 9 consecutive years

Asialaw
Restructuring & Insolvency 2023 – Highly Recommended for 7 consecutive years

In-House Counsel Community Asian-Mena Counsel – Pacific Business Press
Indonesia Firm of the Year 2018 for Restructuring & Insolvency

Asia Business Law Journal 2020

A-List/Top 100 Lawyers:

  • Lia Alizia for 3 consecutive years
  • Rahayu Ningsih Hoed for 3 consecutive years
  • Vincent Ariesta Lie for 3 consecutive years

Malaysia | Shearn Delamore & Co.

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Dispute Resolution 2020 - Band 1 for 11 consecutive years
Private Wealth Law – Band 1

Yee Mei Ken - “Leaders in their Field” in Dispute Resolution

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Dispute Resolution - Top Tier for 11 consecutive years

Yee Mei Ken – Leading Individual for 2 consecutive years and Recommended Lawyer for 3 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
Dispute Resolution 2021 - Outstanding for 6 consecutive years

Thailand | Tilleke & Gibbins

Leading publications and rating agencies have yet to introduce rankings in respect of Matrimonial, Wills & Probate legal practice in Thailand.

Tilleke & Gibbins is noted to be a leading firm across multiple legal practice areas by such leading publications and rating agencies, including in the area of Dispute Resolution.

Vietnam | Tilleke & Gibbins

Leading publications and rating agencies have yet to introduce rankings in respect of Matrimonial, Wills & Probate legal practice in Vietnam.

Tilleke & Gibbins is noted to be a leading firm across multiple legal practice areas by such leading publications and rating agencies, including in the area of Dispute Resolution.

Cambodia | Tilleke & Gibbins

Leading publications and rating agencies have yet to introduce rankings in respect of Matrimonial, Wills & Probate legal practice in Cambodia.

Tilleke & Gibbins is noted to be a leading firm across multiple legal practice areas by such leading publications and rating agencies, including in the area of General Business Law.

Laos | Tilleke & Gibbins

Leading publications and rating agencies have yet to introduce rankings in respect of Matrimonial, Wills & Probate legal practice in Laos.

Tilleke & Gibbins is noted to be a leading firm across multiple legal practice areas by such leading publications and rating agencies, including in the area of General Business Law.

Myanmar | Tilleke & Gibbins

Leading publications and rating agencies have yet to introduce rankings in respect of Matrimonial, Wills & Probate legal practice in Myanmar.

Tilleke & Gibbins is noted to be a leading firm across multiple legal practice areas by such leading publications and rating agencies, including in the area of General Business Law.