Singapore (asialaw)

Characterist is a long-established Singapore firm with roots dating back to 1978 and a broad disputes platform spanning commercial litigation, arbitration, construction, insolvency, insurance, private client and family-related disputes. The firm has built a reputation for handling complex, often novel disputes involving significant legal and factual issues. Its litigation practice is led by managing director Daniel Goh and director Dominic Chan, supported by a team that combines commercial, construction, insurance and contentious private client expertise.

The firm is particularly noted for disputes involving shareholder conflicts, trusts and estates, insolvency matters, construction and infrastructure claims, and public-interest litigation. Its lawyers regularly act in cases involving cross-border elements, substantial asset values and unsettled areas of Singapore law. Characterist’s approach emphasises practical and commercially focused dispute resolution, while maintaining the capability to pursue complex litigation through trial and appeal where required.

Recent work demonstrates the breadth of the practice, from high-value estate and probate disputes to construction litigation and matters raising novel legal questions. The team has also been active in disputes concerning trusts, fiduciary duties, minority oppression, insurance coverage, constitutional issues and professional negligence. This diversity enables the firm to draw on experience across multiple disciplines when advising clients facing contentious situations.