Allen & Gledhill LLP
About Allen & Gledhill LLP
Allen & Gledhill LLP is one of Singapore's largest and longest-established law firms, founded in 1902 by Sir Alexander McCausland Allen. With over 650 lawyers across offices in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Yangon, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, and Shanghai, the firm operates through the Allen & Gledhill Asia network. It is widely recognised as one of Singapore's "Big Four" law firms alongside Rajah & Tann, WongPartnership, and Drew & Napier.
The firm appeared in 49 cases before Singapore courts between January 2025 and March 2026, with a diverse caseload spanning civil procedure (21 cases), contract (21), tort (15), insolvency (8), companies law (7), and arbitration (6). Cases were heard primarily in the High Court (30) and the Singapore International Commercial Court (9), reflecting the firm's strength in complex cross-border disputes. Over 50 lawyers from the firm were identified in these proceedings, led by William Ong Boon Hwee with 28 case appearances and Thomas Benjamin Lawrence with 24.
Allen & Gledhill has been recognised as Asian Legal Business SE Asia Law Firm of the Year (2024) and Legal 500 Singapore Firm of the Year (2023). The firm holds Tier 1 rankings from Legal 500 in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, capital markets, intellectual property, restructuring, and arbitration. Chambers Asia-Pacific recognises the firm across multiple practice areas. The firm is led by Managing Partner Jerry Koh, with Christina Ong serving as Chairman.
Notable alumni include Attorney-General Lucien Wong, Ministers K. Shanmugam and Edwin Tong, and several High Court judges. The firm's 36 declared practice areas span the full spectrum of legal services, from aviation and energy to fintech and data protection.
Allen & Gledhill LLP is part of A&G Asia — Regional law network spanning six countries in Asia, with over 650 lawyers working on cross-border transactions. Includes associate firms in Malaysia and Indonesia..
What areas of law does Allen & Gledhill LLP specialize in?
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared most frequently in Civil Procedure (21 cases), Contract (21 cases), and Tort (15 cases) between January 2025 to March 2026, across 49 total case appearances in Singapore courts.
Civil Procedure 21 cases
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared in 21 Civil Procedure cases between March 2025 to March 2026.
Contract 21 cases
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared in 21 Contract cases between March 2025 to March 2026.
Tort 15 cases
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared in 15 Tort cases between March 2025 to January 2026.
Other Practice Areas
How many cases has Allen & Gledhill LLP been involved in?
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared in 49 cases before Singapore courts between January 2025 and March 2026, making it one of the most active firms in Singapore litigation. Over 50 lawyers from the firm were identified across these proceedings.
Which courts does Allen & Gledhill LLP appear in most frequently?
Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared most frequently in the High Court (General Division) with 30 cases, followed by the Singapore International Commercial Court (9 cases) and the Court of Appeal (5 cases) between January 2025 and March 2026.
What areas of law does Allen & Gledhill LLP specialize in?
Based on court records, Allen & Gledhill LLP's most active practice areas are civil procedure (21 cases), contract (21), tort (15), insolvency (8), and companies (7). The firm declares 36 practice areas and holds Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings in six practices.
When was Allen & Gledhill LLP founded?
Allen & Gledhill LLP was founded in 1902 by Sir Alexander McCausland Allen. It is one of Singapore's oldest law firms and a member of the Big Four alongside Rajah & Tann, WongPartnership, and Drew & Napier.
Who is the managing partner of Allen & Gledhill LLP?
Jerry Koh serves as Managing Partner of Allen & Gledhill LLP, with Christina Ong as Chairman. The firm's leadership team includes practice heads across banking, dispute resolution, corporate, intellectual property, and regulatory.
What awards has Allen & Gledhill LLP received?
Allen & Gledhill LLP was named Asian Legal Business SE Asia Law Firm of the Year (2024) and Legal 500 Singapore Firm of the Year (2023). The firm holds Tier 1 rankings from Legal 500 in six practice areas including banking, M&A, capital markets, and arbitration.
Where are Allen & Gledhill LLP's offices?
Allen & Gledhill LLP is headquartered in Singapore with regional offices in Kuala Lumpur, Yangon, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, and Shanghai through its Allen & Gledhill Asia network. The network has over 650 lawyers.
Who are the key lawyers at Allen & Gledhill LLP?
Key lawyers include William Ong Boon Hwee (28 case appearances), Thomas Benjamin Lawrence (24), KarLuis Quek (18), and Kay Tan Jia Xian, Annette Liew, Chong Yee Leong, Jonathan Trachsel, and Daniel Liang with 12 each between January 2025 and March 2026.