Meritus Law is a recently established firm specialising in commercial disputes and general corporate work. Its clients consist of local and international corporations, SOEs and high-net-worth individuals. The firm is led by managing director Alfred Lim, a former director at Fullerton Law Chambers, and includes directors Jaime Lye and Amos Tan. Corporate head Tan recently joined from Quahe Woo & Palmer, while banking and aviation consultant Rajaram Ramiah joined from RHTLaw Asia.
Client feedback
“I appreciate that Meritus Law tried a different approach with our matter.” – Construction
“Knowledgeable, precise and clear.” – Construction
“Professional conduct, timely feedback, clear and concise instructions, good interpersonal skills and a wide range of ideas when we were faced with problems.” – Construction
“Prompt responses to tasks. Quick turnaround on responses. Sound and solid legal perspective, which instils confidence in clients.” – Corporate and M&A
“Meritus Law is extremely professional and gives very thoughtful advice. They are responsive and professional in their responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Honest, transparent and professional.” – Dispute resolution
“I recommend them for their understanding of the aspects of my case when they represented me at trial.” – Dispute resolution
“They always submit things on time and advise honestly.” – Private client
“Great communication, relaying clear options, and professionalism.” – Regulatory
Alfred Lim
“Knowledgeable in Ministry of Manpower rules and procedures.”
“He is positive and engaging.”
“He is an excellent sounding board for any legal issues, has great delegation, good sense of responsibility and is prompt in responses.”
“Very transparent and honest.”
“Excellent knowledge of the law, approachable demeanour in court.”
“He knows what is expected.”
“Great communication, relaying clear options, and professionalism.”
Jaime Lye
“She is very knowledgeable with regards to the law. Also, because she has a lot of experience dealing with people, she is able to use her people skills with the other parties involved to great effect. I have already recommended her to another friend who is also very pleased with the service received so far.”
“She demonstrates a clear understanding of case matters. She gives sound advice and has professional conduct. She is very patient and expertly handles complex cases when dealing with other lawyers. Overall, I am very happy with her performance and will continue to engage her for all other legal matters.”
Work highlights
Acted for Malaysian company, Got Xpress on its claim against PayPal for monies confiscated by PayPal for alleged breach of their terms and conditions for use of PayPal payment facilities.
Represented a HNWI in the defence against claims from a former director and a former shareholder for tort of conspiracy by lawful means and unlawful means, damages for fraudulent misrepresentations and account for profits made by alleged conspirators.
Advised two plaintiffs in claims against Envy Global Trading and an individual for breach of contract, fraudulent misrepresentation and personal liability viz piercing of the corporate veil.
Defended YTL Concrete and an officer of the company against charges of violating workplace safety and health rules. It is claimed that the defendants failed to take reasonably practicable measures to ensure the safety and health of employees at work. It is uncommon for an accused company and an officer of the company to be charged at the same time for a fatal workplace accident.
