Chong Xin Yi (Liesel)

Head of Dispute Resolution Practice

Chong Xin Yi (Liesel) graduated from Singapore Management University in 2013 and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore in 2014. With extensive international exposure and fluency in English, Mandarin, and German, she brings a global perspective to each case, ensuring that clients benefit from her keen understanding of the nuanced demands of today’s interconnected world.

Clients often find comfort in Liesel’s professional yet empathetic approach. She takes a thorough and meticulous approach to understanding each client’s needs, placing their concerns in reliable and capable hands. Her focus is on delivering efficient, practical solutions that align with the unique requirements of each situation.

Liesel’s experience extends to Alternative Dispute Resolution, where her clients have found satisfaction with the outcomes achieved under her guidance. Her versatility allows her to effectively support clients through various stages of their legal matters, providing steady direction and insight from start to finish.

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Areas of Practice

Family Law

Liesel supports clients through all aspects of divorce proceedings in Singapore, including matters related to child custody and support, spousal maintenance, division of matrimonial assets, injunctions, and Personal Protection Orders (PPO).

Recognised for her sensitive yet assertive approach to family matters, Liesel provides clear and comprehensive guidance from the outset, ensuring clients are well-informed and prepared at every stage. Her commitment to delivering quality work is reflected in the positive and satisfactory outcomes she achieves for her clients.

Liesel is equipped to handle a broad spectrum of divorce cases, from straightforward applications to complex, high-net-worth disputes, ensuring that every client receives the personalized attention and effective representation they deserve.

Civil Law

Liesel is a committed Civil Lawyer with strong and comprehensive knowledge in this field. She represents both individual clients and diverse businesses in a wide range of legal matters including but not limited to:

Shareholder/ Company disputes
Contractual Disputes
Business & Commercial Litigation
Trademark /Copyright disputes
Employment disputes
Medical Negligence
Leases
Property Disputes
Bankruptcy (Representing Creditors)
Accident Claims
Debt recovery

Criminal Law

Liesel possesses extensive experience in criminal defence. Her ability to establish excellent rapport with her clients enables her to handle any issue with thoroughness and conscientiousness.

She is adept at quickly understanding and sensitively addressing clients’ concerns and priorities. Her primary objective is to offer efficient and practical solutions, providing representation throughout the criminal justice process in Singapore. Liesel guides clients through what can often be a bewildering experience, ensuring they are well-supported at every stage.

Arbitration Law

Liesel practices Arbitration Law in Singapore, assisting clients in resolving disputes efficiently through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. She has acted as arbitration counsel for civil and commercial disputes, representing both local and international clients.

With a deep understanding of arbitration procedures and principles, she provides strategic legal guidance to parties involved in complex disputes. Her experience ensures that clients navigate arbitration proceedings smoothly, achieving fair and effective resolutions while minimizing litigation risks.

Qualifications

Advocate and Solicitor (Singapore), 2014
B. (High Merit) SMU 2013
Member of the Law Society of Singapore
Member of the Singapore Academy of Law
Member of CLAS (Criminal Legal Aid Scheme)
Fellow Member, Singapore Institute of Arbitrators