About Us
At David Ong & Co, we prioritize understanding our clients’ needs and objectives, providing comprehensive representation that aligns with their goals.
As a firm, we continue to adapt and grow, leveraging our expertise and insights to provide legal services that meet the needs of our clients.
Our Lawyers
Ong Lian Min, David
Partner
Ong Lian Yi, Gregory
Partner
Matthew Chua Yuet Min
Senior Associate
Our Practices
Corporate Law Services
- Corporate governance and compliance
- Contract drafting, negotiation and review (“DNR”)
- DNR of sale & purchase agreements
- DNR of acquisitions & mergers agreements
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial and Tort/ Negligence claims and disputes
- Employment claims and disputes
- Alternative dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration, neutral evaluation) on all matters
- Appellate advocacy
Criminal Law
- Defence of criminal charges relative to personal, regulatory commercial and/or industrial offences
Real Estate Law/ Building and Construction
- Property transactions (buying, selling, leasing)
- Real estate development
- Landlord-tenant issues
- Property disputes and litigation
- Construction contracts and disputes/ security of payment application
Family Law
- Divorce and separation agreements
- Child custody and support
- Adoption and guardianship
- Domestic violence protection orders
Insurance Law
- General and personal insurance claims
- Road traffic accident and related matters
Estate Planning and Probate
- Wills, trusts and estate administration
- Asset protection and wealth preservation
- Probate and estate litigation
- Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
- Business succession planning
Bankruptcy and Debt Relief
- Bankruptcy filings
- Debt restructuring and negotiation
- Foreclosure defense
- Creditor representation
Employment Law
- Employment contracts and agreements
- Discrimination and harassment claims
- Wage and hour disputes
- Employee benefits and compensation
- Workplace policies and compliance
- Industrial and WICA claims and related defence to summonses
Construction and Engineering
- Construction Advisory Work
- Construction Claims and Disputes
- Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act (SOPA)
Career Opportunities
JUNIOR LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Responsibilities
• Managing client cases from start to finish
• Conduct legal research and advise clients in their cases
• Preparing and reviewing all documents prior to court hearings
• Provide legal support in general litigation, dispute resolution and any other legal matters.
• Be part of team to support senior associates and partners
• All other legal duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Min 2 years Post-Qualified Experience.
• Strong multitasking abilities
• Able to work well in a team
• Proficiency in English. Understanding of Mandarin and other dialects are advantageous but not essential
LEGAL PRACTICE TRAINEE
Responsibilities
• Legal Research & Drafting
• Case Preparation & Management
• Client & Witness Interaction
• Administrative & File Support
• Professional Development
Requirements
• Candidate must be a Singaporean law graduate who has completed Part B Examination (or is scheduled to do so), and is eligible for a Practice Training Contract
• Strong research, drafting and anlalytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proactive, organised, meticulous, and able to work independently as well as in a team
• High level of professionalism and commitment to learning
What We Offer
• Exposure to real, substantive work from day one.
• Structure training across multiple practice areas (if applicable)
• Supportive mentorship and opportunity to learn directly from partners
• Opportunities to attend mediations, PTCs, hearings and client meetings
• Pathway to retention upon satisfactory performance
