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“In the dance of law, where truth and justice twirl,
Bribery charges, succession plans unfurl.
AI in the courtroom, a new world unfurls,
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Here are some news articles from the Singapore Law Watch.
Daniel Chan, former director of Fullerton Healthcare Corporation, will plead not guilty to charges of corruption and falsifying entertainment claims. Chan, along with fellow co-founders David Sin and Michael Tan, is accused of providing bribes and gratification to Collin Chiew, former CEO of insurance broker Aon Risk Solutions, to advance Fullerton Health’s business interests. The prosecution plans to proceed with four of the 13 charges against Chan, while the other nine will be considered during sentencing. Chan’s co-accused will also face trial, and they have pre-trial conferences scheduled for April. Fullerton Health is now owned by its largest creditor, RRJ Capital. [link]
Withers KhattarWong (WKW) has announced the appointment of two joint managing partners, Shashi Nathan and Daniel Yong, as part of its succession planning. Nathan, head of the Singapore white collar defence and investigations practice, will focus on high-profile criminal cases, while Yong, head of the Singapore funds practice, specializes in investment funds and cross-border transactions. The decision to have two co-heads reflects the demands of the business. Deborah Barker, the outgoing managing partner, will step down to focus on her litigation and arbitration practice. During her tenure, the firm expanded its practice areas and formed a merger with Withers. [link]
Ghows law firm, a technology-focused firm in Singapore, has integrated artificial intelligence (AI) technology into its everyday workflow. The firm has implemented AI tools for contract analysis, research, administrative tasks, and practice management. The use of AI has helped save time, improve productivity, and reduce overhead costs. While AI has been embraced, the firm still recognizes the importance of human judgment and thinking in legal work. The senior associate at Ghows hopes to see more law firms adopting AI technology to enhance their workflows and improve efficiency. [link]