Leading Evidence Lawyers & Firms by Reported Cases — Singapore
56 reported cases · January 2023 to July 2026
Updated
What did Singapore courts decide in Evidence?
Singapore courts issued 56 reported Evidence judgments between 2023–2026, most in SGHC (39), of the 13 with a parseable operative disposition, the most common was Appeal dismissed (4), the median monetary award recorded was $20,000. This is a descriptive summary of what the courts recorded in reported decisions, not legal advice.
Compiled from 56 reported Evidence judgments published on eLitigation. Counts and figures are derived from the judgments themselves; the Attorney-General's Chambers is excluded from the counsel and firm counts as the public prosecutor.
Outcome data updated
Across 56 reported Evidence judgments in Singapore courts (January 2023 to July 2026), Attorney-General's Chambers is the most active firm by reported case count (11 cases), Tan Jun Yin is the most active lawyer (2 case appearances). This ranks named firms and lawyers by how often they appear in reported decisions — a descriptive count of activity, not an assessment of quality or standing.
Overview
Evidence appears in 56 reported Singapore judgments (2023–2026). The most common sub-topics are Admissibility of evidence (6), Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay (5) and Adverse inferences (4). The most active judge by reported case count is Steven Chong (5 cases) and the most active firm is Attorney-General's Chambers (11 cases).
Which law firms handle the most Evidence cases in Singapore?
Attorney-General's Chambers leads in Evidence with 11 cases between January 2023 and July 2026, followed by Drew & Napier LLC (5 cases) and WongPartnership LLP (4 cases). 86 firms appeared in Evidence cases during this period.
Who are the leading Evidence lawyers in Singapore?
Tan Jun Yin is the most active Evidence lawyer in Singapore with 2 case appearances between January 2023 and July 2026, followed by Wuan Kin Lek Nicholas (2) and Teo Siu Ming (2).
Which judges handle the most Evidence cases in Singapore?
Steven Chong has handled 5 Evidence cases between January 2023 and July 2026, the most of any Singapore judge. Christopher Tan (4 cases) and Mavis Chionh Sze Chyi (4 cases) are also among the most active.
How many Evidence cases are reported in Singapore courts?
56 reported Singapore judgments (2023–2026) involve Evidence, most often decided by Steven Chong.
What are the main sub-topics in Singapore Evidence cases?
The main sub-topics are Admissibility of evidence (6), Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay (5) and Adverse inferences (4).
Case Volume by Year
Key Issues & Sub-Topics
Admissibility of evidence 6 cases
Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay 5 cases
Adverse inferences 4 cases
Proof of evidence — Onus of proof 4 cases
Witnesses — Corroboration 3 cases
Proof of evidence — Presumptions 3 cases
Adverse inferences — Section 21(2) of the Employment Claims Act 2016 1 case
Witnesses — Evidence by video link — Practice Direction 59 1 case
Witnesses — Credibility 1 case
Hearsay Evidence of Child 1 case
Principles — Functions of judge — Responsibilities of judge in managing cases involving self-represented persons 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay — Section 32(1)(k) Evidence Act 1893 (2020 Rev Ed) 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Relevancy of court judgments — Previous judgment on mental capacity — Sections 42 to 45 Evidence Act 1893 (2020 Rev Ed) 1 case
Witnesses — Examination — Cross-examination of witness called by co-defendant 1 case
Witnesses — Competency — How witness with speech impediments may give evidence 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay — Business Record Exception 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Secondary evidence when the original subdivision plan has been lost 1 case
Adverse inferences — Whether adverse inferences appropriate without order for discovery 1 case
Adverse Inference 1 case
Proof of evidence — Standard of proof 1 case
Witnesses — Examination 1 case
Principles — Functions of judge 1 case
Witnesses — Privilege 1 case
Presumptions — Accurate communication of electronic record 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay — Requirement to give notice of reliance on hearsay evidence — Whether prejudice caused by curing non-compliance with notice requirement — Section 32(4)(b) Evidence Act 1893 1 case
Witnesses — Examination — Recantation of concessions made under cross-examination 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Hearsay — Exceptions 1 case
Admissibility of evidence — Similar fact evidence 1 case
Proof of evidence — Defendant elects to call no evidence — Whether applicable test for plaintiff to discharge essential elements of claim is prima facie case 1 case
Presumptions — Effect of presumptions in relation to electronic records — Section 116A of the Evidence Act 1893 (2020 Rev Ed) 1 case
Key Statutes
Court Distribution
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Page 1 of 3Methodology & disclaimer
Firms and lawyers are ranked by the number of reported Supreme Court judgments they appear in, published on eLitigation. Counts reflect appearances in reported decisions only — unreported matters, settlements, and advisory work are not included. This is a descriptive count of activity by reported case volume, not an assessment of quality or standing, and not an endorsement or recommendation of any firm or lawyer. It is information, not legal advice.