Dr. Tan Lay Hong<\/h1>Consultant<\/h3>[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744535871800{margin-top: 1.7em !important;}”]Dr. Tan Lay Hong is a Consultant with George Hwang LLC, specializing in corporate law and governance. Recently, she has a growing interest in family law and has successfully represented some clients in this area.<\/p>\n
Her extensive experience in legal practice, combined with her distinguished academic career, equips her with a unique ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex legal challenges.<\/p>\n
Dr. Tan\u2019s legal expertise spans corporate matters, compliance issues, family law and litigation. She has handled signifi cant cases, including:<\/p>\n
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- Advising on share buy-backs and the administrative restoration of a defunct foreign company with paid-up capital of USD $43.25 million under section 344 of the Companies Act.<\/li>\n
- Advising clients in en bloc matters and disputes under the Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act, including encroachment issues and missing fi nancial records for condominium and commercial complexes.<\/li>\n
- Acting as lead counsel in a matrimonial dispute involving properties worth approximately SGD $6 million, successfully arguing one of the fi rst test cases under the new \u201ctherapeutic justice\u201d approach before three Appellate Judges of the High Court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Dr. Tan also advises clients on harassment cases at the Protection from Harassment Act (POHA) Court, providing practical solutions to sensitive disputes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744535951673{margin-top: 2.4em !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Academic Achievements and Contributions to Practice<\/h2>\n
Prior to resuming full-time practice in 2022, Dr. Tan was a tenured Associate Professor at Nanyang Business School (NTU) for 24 years. Her academic accomplishments include:<\/p>\n
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- Publishing top-tier articles in leading journals such as *The International and Comparative Law Quarterly*, *The Journal of Corporate Law*, *The Australian Law Journal* and *The Singapore Academy Law Journal*.<\/li>\n
- Authoring seminal works such as \u201cChinese Business Law: A Primer for Lawyers and Entrepreneurs\u201d (2003), \u201cCorporate Governance of Listed Companies in Singapore\u201d (2013), and \u201cCasebook on Corporate Governance: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly\u201d (2006).<\/li>\n
- Serving as sole editor of \u201cAnnotations to the Companies Act\u201d (2024), showcasing her deep understanding of corporate legislation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Dr. Tan\u2019s academic rigor enhances her practice by enabling her to approach cases with analytical precision and a comprehensive understanding of corporate frameworks. Her research on corporate governance directly informs her ability to advise clients on regulatory compliance and governance matters.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744535982253{margin-top: 2.4em !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Bridging Academia and Practice<\/h2>\n
Dr. Tan is committed to bridging theory and practice, leveraging her academic insights to solve real-world legal problems effectively. Her ability to synthesize complex legal concepts into actionable strategies has proven invaluable for clients navigating intricate corporate landscapes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744535919480{margin-top: 2.4em !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Professional<\/span> Affiliations<\/h2>\n
Advocate and Solicitor,<\/b> Singapore.<\/p>\n
Member,<\/b> Singapore Academy of Law.<\/p>\n
Member,<\/b> Singapore Institute of Directors.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744536009570{margin-top: 2.4em !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Professional<\/span> Background<\/h2>\n
A proud alumna of King\u2019s College London (LL.M.) and the National University of Singapore (LL.B., Ph.D.), Dr. Tan embodies a multicultural perspective shaped by her extensive travels across ASEAN countries, China, Australia, the UK, and the USA. Known for her dynamic personality, she enjoys engaging with diverse communities while contributing meaningfully to Singapore\u2019s legal ecosystem.<\/p>\n
Dr. Tan\u2019s combination of practising expertise and academic excellence makes her an invaluable asset to clients, offering unparalleled insights into corporate law and governance.<\/p>\n
At the same time, her passion for uplifting the under-privileged segments of society sees her volunteering as an Assigned Solicitor with the Legal Aid Bureau.[\/vc_column_text]
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