Helmsman is a leading law firm that is renowned for its expertise across various practice areas, notably shipping, dispute resolution, and labour and employment. It boasts a roster of respected and experienced legal professionals that includes managing director Ian Teo, Maureen Poh, Zhida Chen and Peter Huang. The team has played central roles in numerous high-stakes maritime matters and is carving out a specialty in complex contentious labour cases. It has a unique strength in understanding the cross-border legal challenges in international trade, commodities and shipping entanglements.
Work highlights
Successfully defended a multinational corporation in a wrongful termination case, effectively dismissing the employee's claims and safeguarding the company's reputation.
Work highlights
Advised United Overseas Bank in a $39 million misdelivery claim against Maersk Tankers, successfully asserting the bank's right to enforce security over bills of lading.