Yao Ying graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Malaya and was called to the Malaysian Bar on 25th June 2012. She attends to Conveyancing and Banking matters under the supervision of Mr. Eric Leong.
Yao Ying’s practice is particularly focused on conventional and Islamic financing and has been called upon by numerous financial institutions in relation to their conventional and Islamic financing documentation for use domestically and abroad. She also creates financial institutions’ template documents in accordance with the various financing products and updates their template documents from time to time.
In addition to financing related matters, she also advises clients on a diverse range of matters including joint ventures, development agreements and real estate matters (developer sales, sub sale, tenancy and leasing).
Christina graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the Multimedia University and was called to the Malaysian Bar on 13th June 2011.
Her repertoire boasts a diverse array of specialties, ranging from conventional to Islamic financing for both local and international banking institutions. With finesse, she handles contract financing for government and private sector ventures, adeptly manages the rescheduling and restructuring of financing facilities, and navigates complex developer project sale and purchase agreements with ease. Notably, Christina is sought after for her invaluable advisory services, catering to the needs of both banks and developers alike.
Drawing upon her extensive understanding of the Malaysian legal framework, particularly concerning commercial, residential, and industrial properties, Christina serves as a beacon of legal prowess in the realm of real estate. Her clientele, comprising a mix of local and foreign investors, buyers, property developers, and other stakeholders, trust in her expertise to guide them through intricate property transactions with precision.
Beyond her legal acumen, Christina’s robust professional network within the property industry is a testament to her efficacy in advancing her clients’ business objectives. With key connections in financial institutions and prominent property circles, she is well-equipped to deliver results that exceed expectations.
In essence, Christina’s dedication to excellence and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction position her as a trusted advisor and indispensable asset in the dynamic landscape of property.
Son Liang graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from University of Malaya in 2008 and was called to the Malaysian Bar on 30th April 2009.
She began her legal career as a litigator in a prominent legal firm in Petaling Jaya for 2 years. Son Liang then joined STWD in 2011 in the corporate and conveyancing department.
Throughout Son Liang’s practice at STWD she has worked on various corporate merger and acquisition exercises, large land deals, joint venture for development of land, tenancy and lease agreements, advisory work such as estate administration and distribution and other commercial contracts.
Highlights
Advising and handling corporate exercise valued at more than RM800 million.
Advising and handling an international hotel management agreement.
Eric Leong was first educated in the United Kingdom for his tertiary studies and graduated with an LLB (Hons) from the University of Cardiff. He was admitted to the Malaysian Bar in 2007.
Upon his return from the United Kingdom, Eric started his legal career in one of the legal firms in Malaysia and has further established himself with Sidek Teoh Wong & Dennis. He is now a Partner of the firm and specialises in Corporate and Conveyancing matters.
He has long juggled private practice where he acted in a range of financing transactions for the purposes of project financing, trade financing, asset acquisition and debt restructuring for his clients which include local and foreign banks, private and listed companies, multinational corporations and government linked corporations. He also deals largely with the coordination of due diligence checks and ensure compliance of regulatory approvals to permit initial public offers on companies to be listed. He is responsible in reviewing the shareholders agreements, business sales and purchase, joint venture agreements, leases and other corporate documentation. In addition, Eric has been actively involved in the general administration of conveyancing key issues and served as trusted advisor to various companies and developers.
Eric has been instrumental on creating both internal/external new business relationships for the firm, across sphere of influence by bringing in numerous conveyancing transaction portfolios, which is conducive to revenue stream for the firm.
Mui Teck graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Kingston Polytechnic, Kingston upon Thames and was called to the English Bar on 25th July 1991. She is a member of Lincoln’s Inn. She was called to the Malaysian Bar on 23rd October 1992.
Mui Teck was previously a partner with an established firm in Kuala Lumpur. Mui Teck joined the Firm as a Senior Associate on 1st March 2010 and on 1st January 2011, Mui Teck was made a Partner of the Firm.
She advises corporate and individual clients on a range of real estate transactions, corporate and retail banking, sale and purchase of vessels, title and mortgage registration for vessels, mergers and acquisitions of private and public listed companies in Malaysia.