Jimmy Yim, SC

Arbitration

1. Successfully defended a Malaysian conglomerate in a multi-million dollar dispute over the design, installation and commissioning of a steam boiler in Thailand. The ICC arbitration involved issues of commissioning, emission standards, breach of contract and negligence. The contract was governed by Thai law.


2. Successful outcome for a Japanese corporation in a multi-million dispute between joint-venture partners over the sale and implementation of energy management systems to State Electricity Boards in India governed by ICC Rules. The claims included allegations of fraud, misrepresentation, misuse/conversion of intellectual property and loss of opportunity. The joint venture was governed by Japanese law.

Litigation

1. [2004] 4 SLR 353 / [2004] SGCA 40 – Salcon Ltd v United Cement Pte Ltd - Represented Salcon Ltd in a $20 million Singapore dollar dispute over the collapse of a cement silo in Singapore arbitrated under SIAC Domestic Rules involving issues of negligence, novus actus interveniens and damages for notional repair. This case included 2 appeals to the Court of Appeal (allowed under SIAC Domestic Rules), which were both successfully argued by Mr Yim.


2. [2007] 3 SLR 86 – Soh Beng Tee & Co Pte Ltd v Fairmount Development Pte Ltd - Successfully appealed against the decision of the High Court in relation to an arbitral award on the basis that it contravened the rules of natural justice.


3. [2009] 2 SLR(R) 1091 – Amutha Valli d/o Krishnan v Titular Superior of the Redemptorist Fathers in Singapore and others - Successfully defended the priesthood in the novel case before the Singapore Courts of an alleged botched exorcism – commonly referred to as the “Novena Church Exorcism Trial” – for claims of personal injuries, psychiatric injury and economic loss.

The Asia Pacific Legal 500
Dispute Resolution 2019 - Leading lawyer for 18 consecutive years
International Arbitration 2019 – Recommended lawyer
Projects & Energy 2019 - Recommended lawyer for 2 consecutive years

“a super excellent lawyer”, “always provides precise and to the point advice” and “is good at thinking out of the box”

“very quick to narrow down the key issues, craft strategic and tactical solutions, and has a lot of drive and passion in the delivery of legal arguments”

“Commended for his ‘advocacy skills and in-depth knowledge’”

Chambers Asia-Pacific 
Dispute Resolution: Litigation: Domestic Firms 2019 – Band 3 for 6 years running
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: Domestic Firms 2019 – Band 4

"known for his advocacy skill internationally";  "instrumental in defining the overall strategy, paying attention to the smallest details and the interrelationship between all the events and claims." 

“familiarity with the judicial system, skill in conducting a trial and flair for cross-examination”; "His eye for detail and precision in drafting arguments (both written and oral) has also resulted in successful outcomes in the course of handling a dispute for us." 

“One client notes his skill in handling negotiations, while another highlights his ability to analyse issues from a legal and regulatory perspective”

“a very sharp and very eloquent counsel.”

"the judges love him"

"he makes the difference” in complex cases.

"very good" performance as counsel, where he "always works with great stamina."

“Recognised as an “extremely persuasive advocate.’”

“Clients are impressed that ‘he understands key issues super-quickly.’’

“Brilliant and experienced counsel”

“Hailed as a brilliant litigator by market sources, and is considered a highly experienced senior counsel”

"Wins plaudits for his diligence and performance in international arbitration matters"

“Known for his deep experience and proactive manner”

“Has a gentlemanly style, and is well liked by the bench and competition”

Best Lawyers International: Singapore (2019 edition)
Litigation – Endorsed individual for 11 consecutive years
Arbitration and Mediation – Endorsed individual for 9 consecutive years
Construction Law – Endorsed individual for 5 consecutive years

Who's Who Legal
Litigation 2017 - Recommended lawyer

Asialaw Leading Lawyers
Dispute Resolution & Litigation 2018 – Market Leading lawyer for 3 consecutive years 

Energy & Natural Resources 2018 – Market Leading lawyer for 2 consecutive years 

Asialaw Profiles
Dispute Resolution & Litigation 2018 – Outstanding practice

Energy & Natural Resources 2018 – Outstanding practice

“Jimmy Yim continues to be an influential advisor in energy project disputes by partnering with the construction and engineering dispute resolution team.”

Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2018 edition
Dispute Resolution Star - Commercial and Transactions , International Arbitration

“Yim is an outstanding advocate. His thinking is clear and he’s always available.”

Asia IP Experts 2016
Leading individual in IP Litigation

• Regional Arbitrator, Singapore International Arbitration Centre
• Panel Arbitrator & Mediator, Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration
• Recommended International Arbitrator, Pacific International Arbitration Centre, Vietnam
• Member, Panel of Mediators, Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre (FIDReC), The Association of Banks in Singapore
• Member, Ministry of Law Steering Committee on Legal Aid
• Member, Criminal Legal Representation and Social of the Senior Counsel Forum
• Fellow, Singapore Institute of Arbitrators
• Member, Inter-Pacific Bar Association
• Former Chairman, Citizenship Committee of Inquiry, Ministry of Home Affairs