About Wai Keong
Wai Keong Shum is a seasoned lawyer with over 18 years of experience in dispute resolution, compliance, and technology law. His practice encompasses complex commercial litigation, international arbitration, internal investigations, and compliance matters, with a particular focus on emerging issues related to data, artificial intelligence, and anti-corruption.
Throughout his career, Wai Keong has advised a diverse range of clients, including technology firms, financial institutions, and family offices. His work spans multiple jurisdictions in the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea. This broad geographical experience enables him to navigate the complexities of cross-border disputes and regulatory landscapes effectively.
Wai Keong’s background includes more than a decade at a Fortune Global 500 strategy and IT consulting firm, where he held various in-house counsel roles and led teams across the Asia Pacific region. Prior to this, he practised in Singapore with a prominent global law firm, specialising in dispute resolution and arbitration. His advisory work covers areas such as cybersecurity, competition law, and compliance with anti-corruption regulations.
Fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay, and Bahasa Indonesian, Wai Keong is known for his collaborative approach, working closely with clients to resolve disputes and manage risks in a way that supports their business growth and personal objectives. He is committed to providing practical, client-focused legal solutions that facilitate his clients’ freedom to operate and expand in complex commercial environments.
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