From the very outset, our vision has been clear, which is to build a Malaysian law firm with a strong foundation and focus on cross-border practice, designed to meet the evolving needs of clients for regional and global legal support. Under the leadership of our Managing Partner, Shamila Nair, we have dedicated ourselves to bridging legal expertise across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, shaping a practice that is both dynamic and globally relevant.
We are truly thrilled to see these efforts recognised!
Key works evaluated for this nomination encompass our experience in leading contract negotiations for international investments, conducting multi-jurisdictional due diligence, and providing strategic legal advisory across a broad spectrum of industries and areas of law, including commercial, energy, technology, and art law. Beyond transactional work, the evaluation also considered our approach to innovation, community engagement, and the modernisation of our work culture and HR policies.
Through the firm's partnerships with universities across multiple countries, collaborations with non-profits, and engagement with professional networks, we continuously contribute to legal education and mentorship, helping shape the next generation of lawyers and entrepreneurs, both locally and internationally.
To me, growth for our firm, the professionals within it, and those we collaborate with is not measured by size or revenue alone, but by relevance, forward progress, and the ability to innovate and meet the changing demands of both the business landscape and the skills required by them. This philosophy also drives our commitment to developing emerging and niche practice areas within the firm, informed by cross-border market insights and the evolving needs of our clients operating across multiple jurisdictions, and we will continue our efforts and execution in this regard between 2024 and 2026.
— Shamila Nair, Managing Partner, Peter Ong & Nair
We won’t downplay it. This is more than just a milestone for the firm. For us, it is a step towards the future of legal practice, one that is adaptive, connected, and without borders! And why do we do this? Because our firm believes in pushing the evolution of the legal profession and driving further conversations on how it must evolve alongside the world it serves, expanding possibilities for future lawyers in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, breaking rigid career pathways, and opening new frontiers for legal professionals to operate beyond traditional boundaries.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our clients, partners, and team members, whose trust, collaboration, and dedication have made this possible. Your support continues to inspire us as we push boundaries, drive innovation, and shape the next chapter of our cross-border legal practice.
The award night will take place on Thursday, 10 April 2025, at The Westin Kuala Lumpur, where the final winner will be announced.
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