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Key contacts
Managing Partner: Tan Lay Kuan
Quick facts
# Partners

7

# Other qualified practitioners

10

# Total number of practitioners

17

Languages

Malay, Mandarin, English, Cantonese

Network memberships

2

Key practice areas
Dispute resolution (asialaw)
Firm overview

Yeoh Shim Siow & Lay Kuan (YSLK) is a Kuala Lumpur-based Malaysian law firm established in 2019, providing bespoke legal services to individuals, SMEs, corporations and international clients across contentious and non-contentious matters. The firm’s principal areas of practice include dispute resolution and civil/commercial litigation, corporate and commercial law, corporate rescue and liquidation, construction law, conveyancing and property, and intellectual property, technology, media and telecommunications.

YSLK has substantial experience in debt recovery, insolvency and winding-up proceedings, contractual and commercial disputes, construction and adjudication matters, corporate disputes, land and property disputes, employment matters and intellectual property disputes. The firm's lawyers have acted in matters before the High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court, including reported cases involving construction, electricity supply, forestry, winding-up and commercial disputes.

The firm has also developed cross-border capabilities through strategic affiliations with established firms in Singapore and China, supporting clients in Malaysia-China transactions, foreign direct investment, international trade, banking and finance, real estate, intellectual property and dispute resolution.

YSLK has received recognition from regional legal award platforms, including recognition at the Asialaw Awards 2025 and finalist placements at the ALB Malaysia Law Awards 2025 and 2026.

Key practice areas

  • Construction
  • Corporate and M&A
  • Dispute resolution
  • Intellectual property
  • Labour and employment
  • Private client
  • Restructuring and insolvency
Sector expertise

  • Automotive
  • Construction and materials
  • Industrials
  • Real estate
  • Technology and telecommunications
  • Transport
Address:
13A-3 & 4, Floor 13A, Tower 1, Faber Tower,
Jalan Desa Bahagia, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Overview

Yeoh Shim Siow & Lay Kuan is a Kuala Lumpur-based boutique firm providing corporate, dispute resolution and intellectual property services under the leadership of founding partners Andy Yeoh, Greyson Siow and Tan Lay Kuan. The firm's comprehensive practice spans construction law, corporate rescue, conveyancing and technology matters, with particular strength in commercial litigation and corporate advisory work, including cross-border transactions. 

Client feedback 

"The firm is highly responsive, commercially attuned, and thorough in its legal drafting. They are skilled in translating complex deal mechanics into well-structured documents that reflect the commercial objectives while preserving flexibility for negotiation. We particularly value their ability to anticipate potential legal pitfalls and offer practical solutions that allow transactions to progress without unnecessary delays. Their lawyers also maintain a strong grasp of cross-border considerations, especially when dealing with both Malaysian and Singaporean entities.” – Corporate and M&A 

“The firm has a practical and commercially grounded approach, especially in handling acquisitions in regulated sectors such as healthcare. Their team is attentive to operational realities, regulatory requirements, and licensing risks, and is able to craft documentation that protects our commercial position while remaining realistic for post-acquisition integration. They are responsive, detailed, and proactive in flagging legal risks early in the process.” – Corporate and M&A 

Ashley Gwee 

“Ashley demonstrates a strong understanding of our business, consistently provides clear and practical advice, and responds promptly to our needs. Her ability to grasp the commercial context and deliver timely legal support has been especially valuable in our fast-paced environment.” 

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