Chambers and Partners independently conduct over 220,000 interviews and surveys annually to provide insights and rankings of the world's best lawyers, from global blue-chip firms to local talents. The Chambers Asia-Pacific guide aims to provide recommendations on the best firms and lawyers across the legal markets in the Asia-Pacific.

We are delighted that six of our Senior Partners have been recognized in the individual rankings this year, across five different practice areas.

Anita Sockalingam (Dispute Resolution)

Anita Sockalingam heads our Dispute Resolution practice and is “especially skilled in defending clients in land and real estate mandates”. She has been described as “a highly competent and reliable lawyer who conducts thorough research and is responsive to clients' needs”.

Vatsala Ratnasabapathy (Construction Dispute Resolution and Arbitration)

Vatsala Ratnasabapathy heads the Construction, Engineering and Arbitration practice at Zain & Co. She has been described as having “an exceptional level of client service marked by a level of sophistication that reflects a deep understanding of the intricacies of the legal landscape. Her insightful commercial vision further ensures strategic and tailored solutions to meet her clients' needs”. She is also well regarded for being “very responsive to queries from the client” and “deliver[ing] her work in a timely manner”.

Rajiv Vijayanathan (Projects, Infrastructure & Energy)

Rajiv Vijayanathan is particularly sought after in petrochemical industry, where he has been lauded as “a chemical development expert”. He has been praised for having “clear knowledge and the ability to deliver his views clearly”.

Salwah Abdul Shukor (Corporate/M&A)

Salwah Abdul Shukor has consistently ranked for 15 years in her field, with “a broad corporate law practice assisting Malaysian and foreign clients with investments and corporate regulatory issues”. She has been described as “a lawyer who can make a difference at the negotiating table”.

As the head of Corporate practice at the firm, Salwah has also been ranked in the Chambers FinTech 2024 Guide and Chambers Global 2023 Guide.

Mariza Azen Mat Rasip (Real Estate)

Mariza Azen Mat Rasip is a well-regarded lawyer who is “well versed and up to date with the latest developments in conveyancing”. In particular, she is “highly skilled in undertaking intricate and complex one-of-a-kind transactions”.

Zain Azrin Zain Azahari (Real Estate)

Zain Azrin Zain Azahari is highly regarded by clients as he “has a good sense of the Malaysian real estate market and provides practical options”, while also being “easy to work with, responsive and knowledgeable”.

We sincerely thank our clients for their trust in our firm and also their kind commendations.

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