Chooi Jing Yen (徐敬彦)
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Chooi Jing Yen (徐敬彦)
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Jing Yen is a litigator who has been successful in the trial courts and the Court of Appeal. He is also trained as an arbitrator and frequently acts as counsel in arbitration matters.
Jing Yen has been endorsed by clients for his “sharp mind” and “calm demeanour”. His significant achievements include featuring in landmark decisions on (1) murder with common intention; (2) rape; and (3) corruption.
He was also the lead counsel in landmark decisions on drink driving and professional misconduct by a medical practitioner. Jing Yen has a niche in advocating for mentally-disordered criminal offenders, having obtained successful outcomes for a repeat theft offender afflicted with fetishism and a schizophrenic man who was shot outside a police station. Both cases were argued before the Honourable Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon.
In his civil litigation practice, Jing Yen has bested senior counsel in trial.
In 2022, Jing Yen was named a recommended lawyer by Doyle’s Guide for Leading Criminal Lawyers and a rising star by Asian Legal Business.
Jing Yen holds a Diploma in Instrumental Teaching (Violin) from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, London and used to be a music teacher.
From The Desk Of Chooi Jing Yen
Reasonable doubt, guilt and the new hybrid of composition
A brief commentary on the decision where 5 judges of the Court of Appeal discussed the effect that a previously compounded offence may have on an offender’s future sentence.
Recognition of Indonesian bankruptcy orders in Singapore
An update on a case where the Singapore Court of Appeal refused to recognise certain bankruptcy orders made in Indonesia on the ground of breach of natural justice.
Legal Unsustainability and Order 18 Rule 19 of the Rules of Court
A commentary on the state of the law pertaining to the striking out of frivolous or vexatious lawsuits.
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“Responsive, effective strategy, and intelligent legal analysis.”
“Responsive, effective strategy, and intelligent legal analysis.”
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Jing Yen was kind, knowledgeable and professional. He is very well prepared and has great foresight. He is able to think many steps ahead and fulfils his goals. He is very transparent with regards to fees and considered my financial concerns.
Jing Yen was kind, knowledgeable and professional. He is very well prepared and has great foresight. He is able to think many steps ahead and fulfils his goals. He is very transparent with regards to fees and considered my financial concerns.
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“Chooi Jing Yen and Chen Yongxin, my lawyers from Eugene Thuraisingam, upheld their professionalism and showed me kindness and compassion throughout my case. I never expected myself to be involved in a legal dispute, and if not for my lawyers, it could have been one of the most draining and emotionally exhausting things to experience. Instead, I felt safe, secure and confident throughout the entire litigation. Jing Yen guided me, answered the many questions I had and explained everything so I could understand what was going on. The team was extremely meticulous and prepared. Like grandmasters in chess, they could think many steps ahead. Jing Yen shared the objective with me from the start, and it was fulfilled. My case was sensitive because it involved media and press, but the whole litigation process was really well managed. The lawyers on the team were experts on the topic and handled my case really well. I had friends telling me that lawyers are the ultimate winners in any case because of the money they earn at each step of the litigation process, and that I had to be wary of the decisions being made. That wasn’t the case for me at all. In fact, all the decisions made showed me how my lawyers had my best interests at heart. Jing Yen gave me the confidence that I could trust the team, and that I did not have to be anxious. I’m also really thankful for how prompt he was with my questions as well, because it always put an end to the anxiety I’d feel whenever I was uncertain. I’d also like to thank Ariffin Sha for answering the many questions I had as well. From my experience, I’d highly recommend engaging the lawyers at Eugene Thuraisingam. They are superb at their work, so calm and confident with what they do. I’m so thankful that the case has been resolved and that I can finally move forward. Thank you so much Jing Yen, Yongxin and Ariffin. I will forever be grateful.”
“Chooi Jing Yen and Chen Yongxin, my lawyers from Eugene Thuraisingam, upheld their professionalism and showed me kindness and compassion throughout my case. I never expected myself to be involved in a legal dispute, and if not for my lawyers, it could have been one of the most draining and emotionally exhausting things to experience. Instead, I felt safe, secure and confident throughout the entire litigation. Jing Yen guided me, answered the many questions I had and explained everything so I could understand what was going on. The team was extremely meticulous and prepared. Like grandmasters in chess, they could think many steps ahead. Jing Yen shared the objective with me from the start, and it was fulfilled. My case was sensitive because it involved media and press, but the whole litigation process was really well managed. The lawyers on the team were experts on the topic and handled my case really well. I had friends telling me that lawyers are the ultimate winners in any case because of the money they earn at each step of the litigation process, and that I had to be wary of the decisions being made. That wasn’t the case for me at all. In fact, all the decisions made showed me how my lawyers had my best interests at heart. Jing Yen gave me the confidence that I could trust the team, and that I did not have to be anxious. I’m also really thankful for how prompt he was with my questions as well, because it always put an end to the anxiety I’d feel whenever I was uncertain. I’d also like to thank Ariffin Sha for answering the many questions I had as well. From my experience, I’d highly recommend engaging the lawyers at Eugene Thuraisingam. They are superb at their work, so calm and confident with what they do. I’m so thankful that the case has been resolved and that I can finally move forward. Thank you so much Jing Yen, Yongxin and Ariffin. I will forever be grateful.”
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Jing Yen exudes an aura of confidence with a sense of heart and humility. He very quickly understood the situation and asked the right questions to get a deeper understanding. I’ve met him twice, one along with Mr. Eugene and both times I felt like I had someone to turn to for good advice. And Joel was quick to research information through the discussion. They were clear and concise in their explanation. All in all, definitely a law firm that deserves the praise.
Jing Yen exudes an aura of confidence with a sense of heart and humility. He very quickly understood the situation and asked the right questions to get a deeper understanding. I’ve met him twice, one along with Mr. Eugene and both times I felt like I had someone to turn to for good advice. And Joel was quick to research information through the discussion. They were clear and concise in their explanation. All in all, definitely a law firm that deserves the praise.
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Jing Yen is an effective litigator. He has a good mastery of the law and is able to plan his long term litigation strategy very early into the suit.
Jing Yen is an effective litigator. He has a good mastery of the law and is able to plan his long term litigation strategy very early into the suit.
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Chooi Jing Yen rendered very good advice on my case. Confident, attentive and patient. Replies to all my email queries very promptly.
Chooi Jing Yen rendered very good advice on my case. Confident, attentive and patient. Replies to all my email queries very promptly.
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The lawyers who handled my case were Eugene Thuraisingam, Chooi Jing Yen and Hamza Malik. They were very professional, reliable, kind and had given me very good advice on my case. During my discussions with Jing Yen and Hamza, they were always patient, assuring and confident in handling my lawsuit and preparing the statement of claims that were so detailed and well written. They were also very attentive and always replied very promptly whenever I had queries and worries. I am so glad that I had engaged them to fight my lawsuit and I am very pleased with the outcome.
The lawyers who handled my case were Eugene Thuraisingam, Chooi Jing Yen and Hamza Malik. They were very professional, reliable, kind and had given me very good advice on my case. During my discussions with Jing Yen and Hamza, they were always patient, assuring and confident in handling my lawsuit and preparing the statement of claims that were so detailed and well written. They were also very attentive and always replied very promptly whenever I had queries and worries. I am so glad that I had engaged them to fight my lawsuit and I am very pleased with the outcome.
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He, Chooi Jing Yen is always on top of things and knows my case well. He listens to my concerns and anxiety and provides guidance to me.
He, Chooi Jing Yen is always on top of things and knows my case well. He listens to my concerns and anxiety and provides guidance to me.
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