Eugene Thuraisingam LLP
About Eugene Thuraisingam LLP
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP is a Singapore law firm rooted in criminal defence that has expanded into commercial disputes, international arbitration, and crisis management. Operating under the tagline "Justice. Our Business. Our Calling," the firm is headquartered at The Adelphi, 1 Coleman Street. While classified as a small firm, it declares nine practice areas spanning criminal defence, white collar crime, business disputes, international arbitration, insolvency, asset protection and recovery, employment, crisis management, and private client advisory. The firm brings a distinctive approach, applying tenacity developed in criminal defence work across all areas of dispute resolution.
The firm appeared in 16 cases before Singapore courts between January 2025 and February 2026, making it one of the most active small firms in Singapore litigation. Criminal law dominated the caseload with 15 cases, alongside criminal procedure and sentencing (7 cases) and constitutional law (5 cases). All matters were heard in the High Court (13 cases) and the Court of Appeal (3 cases), reflecting the firm's focus on serious criminal matters and appellate work. Nine lawyers were identified across these proceedings, led by Suang Wijaya with 36 court appearances, Ng Yuan Siang and founding partner Eugene Singarajah Thuraisingam each with 21 appearances, and Hamza Zafar Malik with 12. Notable matters include representing the applicant in Pannir Selvam Pranthaman v Attorney-General, a death penalty constitutional challenge before the Court of Appeal, and acting for the defendant in a drug trafficking prosecution in Public Prosecutor v Khalid Bin K K Mohamad.
What areas of law does Eugene Thuraisingam LLP specialize in?
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appeared most frequently in Criminal Law (15 cases), Criminal Procedure and Sentencing (7 cases), and Constitutional Law (5 cases) between January 2025 to February 2026, across 16 total case appearances in Singapore courts.
Criminal Law 15 cases
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appeared in 15 Criminal Law cases between March 2025 to February 2026.
Criminal Procedure and Sentencing 7 cases
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appeared in 7 Criminal Procedure and Sentencing cases between January 2025 to February 2026.
Other Practice Areas
How many cases has Eugene Thuraisingam LLP been involved in?
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appeared in 16 cases before Singapore courts between January 2025 and February 2026, making it one of the most active small firms in Singapore litigation. Nine lawyers from the firm were identified across these proceedings.
Which courts does Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appear in?
Between January 2025 and February 2026, Eugene Thuraisingam LLP appeared in the High Court (13 cases) and the Court of Appeal (3 cases). The firm's 3 Court of Appeal appearances reflect its significant appellate practice, particularly in constitutional and criminal matters.
What areas of law does Eugene Thuraisingam LLP specialize in?
Criminal law is the firm's dominant practice area with 15 of 16 cases involving criminal matters. Constitutional law featured in 5 cases, and criminal procedure and sentencing in 7 cases. The firm also handles business disputes, international arbitration, insolvency, white collar crime, and asset recovery.
Who are the key lawyers at Eugene Thuraisingam LLP?
Suang Wijaya is the most active litigator with 36 court appearances. Founding partner Eugene Singarajah Thuraisingam and Ng Yuan Siang each appeared in 21 proceedings. Hamza Zafar Malik contributed 12 appearances and Jordan Kow contributed 9.
Does Eugene Thuraisingam LLP handle death penalty cases?
Yes, the firm is actively involved in capital defence and constitutional challenges. In 2025, it represented the applicant in Pannir Selvam Pranthaman v Attorney-General before the Court of Appeal and in Jumaat bin Mohamed Sayed v Attorney-General, both involving death penalty constitutional matters.
What is Eugene Thuraisingam LLP's founding philosophy?
The firm operates under the tagline "Justice. Our Business. Our Calling." Founded on a criminal defence background, it applies tenacity developed in criminal work across all areas of dispute resolution, giving it a strategic advantage in high-stakes matters including commercial disputes, arbitration, and crisis management.
Does Eugene Thuraisingam LLP handle commercial disputes?
Yes, while the firm is best known for criminal defence, it has expanded into business disputes, international arbitration, and asset protection and recovery. In 2025, the firm handled the Q&M Dental Group commercial matter and the Shee See Kuen multi-party civil dispute in the High Court.
How can I contact Eugene Thuraisingam LLP?
Eugene Thuraisingam LLP is located at 1 Coleman Street, The Adelphi, #07-06, Singapore 179803. The firm can be reached by phone at +65 6557 2436 or by email at [email protected].