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Our commitment to excellence and client-focused service has been recognised through several prestigious awards and accolades by leading legal directories and publications.

  • Chambers Ranked Asia - Pacific 2026(Peter Doraisamy)
Chambers AsiaPacific 2026 PD

Group Managing Partner Peter Doraisamy ranked in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 in Shipping: Domestic Litigation

  • 26 December 2025

We are delighted to announce that our Group Managing Partner, Peter Doraisamy, continues to be recognised in Shipping: Domestic: Litigation (Singapore) in the latest edition of Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026.

Chambers is a leading global legal research organisation, covering more than 200 jurisdictions and identifying the world’s top legal talent based on in-depth market analysis and client feedback.

Clients commended Peter for being “extremely competent, sophisticated but straightforward at the same time”. Another client noted that “Peter is very professional and has a lot of experience given his standing at the Singapore Bar,” and that he is “very result-oriented and practical in his approach.”.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our clients and industry peers for their continued trust and support.

For more information: PDLegal LLC, Asia-Pacific 2026 | Chambers Profiles

#PDLegal #Chambers #AsiaPacific #Shipping #SingaporeLaw

Group Managing Partner Peter Doraisamy ranked in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 in Shipping: Domestic Litigation

  • Chambers Ranked Asia - Pacific 2026(PDLegal)
Chambers AsiaPacific 2026 Firm

PDLegal receives first time ranking in Employment in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026

  • 26 December 2025

We are pleased to announce that PDLegal has been ranked for the first time in Employment: Domestic (Singapore), reflecting the growing strength and capability of our Employment practice in the latest edition of Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026.

Clients commended PDLegal for providing “ practical, cost-effective and mutually beneficial solutions for all stakeholders”. A client commented “ Their thorough legal analysis, responsiveness and professionalism set them apart, especially when facing a high-profile opposition”.

The employment practice is anchored by Peter Doraisamy and Mato Kotwani as the key partners.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our clients and industry peers for their continued trust and support.

For more information: PDLegal LLC, Asia-Pacific 2026 | Chambers Profiles

#PDLegal #Chambers #AsiaPacific #EmploymentLaw #SingaporeLaw

PDLegal receives first time ranking in Employment in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026

  • CEO Insights Asia Magazine
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Paul Papon Charoenpao Recognised as One of the Top 10 Powerful Asian Business Leaders 2025

  • 9 December 2025

We are thrilled to highlight the recent recognition of Paul Papon Charoenpao, Managing Partner of PDLegal Thailand, who has been named one of the Top 10 Powerful Asian Business Leaders 2025 by CEO Insights Asia Magazine – under the category of Consulting Companies Leaders from Thailand.

In this exclusive feature, Paul reflects on modern leadership in the legal sector – including the importance of understanding clients’ strategic needs, leveraging technology such as AI to enhance the value of legal services, and supporting Thai businesses as they expand beyond domestic markets into Southeast Asia.

With a strong focus on client-centric and solution-oriented advice, Paul continues to deliver commercially meaningful guidance that enables clients to navigate cross-border legal frameworks with confidence.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Paul on this well-deserved recognition.

View the full feature here: https://www.ceoinsightsasia.com/digital-magazine/powerful-asian-business-leaders-december-2025/#page=46

Paul Papon Charoenpao Recognised as One of the Top 10 Powerful Asian Business Leaders 2025

  • Asialaw Ranking announcement 2025
Asialaw 2025 ranking

PDLegal celebrates recognition in Asialaw 2025 rankings

  • 29 October 2025

We are proud to announce that PDLegal continues to rise in the Asialaw rankings, with expanded recognition in Aviation and Shipping, Dispute Resolution, and Labour and Employment in Singapore the 2025 edition.

PDLegal Thailand also earns its first Asialaw ranking in Corporate/M&A.

We’re equally proud of our leadership recognitions:

  • Peter Doraisamy, Group Managing Partner – Distinguished Practitioner (Dispute Resolution)
  • Gerard Quek, Group Deputy Managing Partner – Rising Star (Dispute Resolution)

These achievements underscore PDLegal’s continued growth trajectory.

Asialaw highlights leading law firms and practitioners across Asia, offering in-depth editorial analysis and recommendations across 20 jurisdictions.

PDLegal celebrates recognition in Asialaw 2025 rankings

  • Asialaw Awards shortlist 2025
ASIALAW (Website)

PDLegal has been shortlisted for the Asialaw Awards 2025

  • 3 October 2025

We are delighted to share that PDLegal has been shortlisted for the Asialaw Awards 2025, marking a milestone for the firm!

We are honoured to be nominated in the Regional Awards – Legal Expertise Awards: Labour and Employment Firm of the Year, alongside leading firms across the region.

Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on 6 November 2025 at the Hilton Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City.

A big thank you to our clients and colleagues for your continued trust and support. This recognition would not have been possible without you.

PDLegal has been shortlisted for the Asialaw Awards 2025

  • Asian Legal Business Firms to Watch: Thailand 2025
ALB Thailand (Website)

PDLegal Thailand has been recognised in Asian Legal Business Firms to Watch: Thailand 2025.

  • 24 September 2025

We are delighted to announce that PDLegal Thailand has been recognised in Asian Legal Business’ Firms to Watch: Thailand 2025.

Since our establishment in 2023 under the leadership of Managing Partner Paul Papon Charoenpao, our Thailand office has grown rapidly as a trusted partner for clients navigating both domestic and cross-border matters.

This recognition would not have been possible without the trust of our clients, the dedication of our colleagues across the PDLegal network, and the support of Asian Legal Business (ALB). We are grateful for the confidence placed in us and remain committed to delivering strategic, practical, and regionally attuned legal solutions.

https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/features/rankings-alb-thailand-firms-watch-2025

PDLegal Thailand has been recognised in Asian Legal Business Firms to Watch: Thailand 2025.

  • ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2025
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PDLegal recognised in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2025

  • 24 September 2025

We are delighted to share that PDLegal has been recognised in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2025:

🔹 Thailand – Tier 3

🔹 Singapore Domestic – Notable Firm

This recognition is a testament to our growing strength in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice across the region, reflecting our cross-border capabilities and deep market insights. A special thank you to our clients for trusting us with their most significant deals and to our colleagues across Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, and our regional desks (China, India, Vietnam) for their dedication and teamwork.

PDLegal recognised in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2025

  • Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2025
Benchmark Litigation

PDLegal moved up in rankings in this year’s Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific in Shipping and Commercial and Transactions.

  • 24 June 2025

We are pleased to announce that the Firm has moved up in rankings in this year’s Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific in Shipping and Commercial and Transactions!

In addition to the Firm’s practice rankings, our Group Managing Partner, Peter Doraisamy continues to be recognised as a Litigation Star in Shipping, whilst our Group Deputy Managing Partner, Gerard Quek retains his ranking as a Future Star in Commercial and Transactions.

These rankings affirm the Firm’s capabilities in Shipping and Commercial and Transactions litigation, whilst also highlighting our growth with new rankings in White Collar Crime and Private Client litigation – a testament to our team’s dedication and hard work.

Benchmark Litigation is the leading guide to the world’s top litigation firms and lawyers. Its rankings are determined through comprehensive research, including interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists, and clients, as well as an in-depth analysis of significant cases and firm developments.

We would like to thank our clients for their unwavering support, and lawyers for their dedication.

For more information on this ranking, please click here.

PDLegal moved up in rankings in this year’s Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific in Shipping and Commercial and Transactions.

  • ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2025
AsianLegalBusiness

PDLegal Named Finalists for ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2025

  • 23 June 2025

We are pleased to share that PDLegal has been shortlisted as a finalist at the upcoming Asian Legal Business (ALB) SE Asia Law Awards 2025 in the following categories:

  • Managing Partner of the Year (Singapore): Raghunath Peter Doraisamy FCIArb
  • Young Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm): Gerard Quek
  • Dispute Resolution Boutique Law Firm of the Year: PDLegal

This recognition is a testament to the dedication, talent, and teamwork that drive everything we do at PDLegal. A heartfelt thank you to our clients, colleagues, and peers for your continued trust and support.

PDLegal Named Finalists for ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2025

  • Chambers & Partners Global 2025
ChambersGlobal2025

Peter Doraisamy ranked in Chambers & Partners Global 2025 Rankings for Shipping; Domestic; Litigation

  • 21 June 2025

We are pleased to share that our Group Managing Partner, Peter Doraisamy, has been ranked in the Chambers & Partners Global Guide 2025 for Shipping; Domestic; Litigation!

Chambers and Partners is the leading legal research company which operates across 200 jurisdictions and details rankings and insights into the world’s leading lawyers and law firms.

This achievement reflects Peter’s expertise and dedication in the field, as well as his commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. This recognition would not have been possible without the continuous support and trust of our valued clients and colleagues.

For more information, please click here

Peter Doraisamy ranked in Chambers & Partners Global 2025 Rankings for Shipping; Domestic; Litigation

  • The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025
Legal500

PDLegal ranked in the Shipping category in Singapore in the latest edition of The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025.

  • 20 June 2025

We are pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked in the Shipping category in Singapore in the latest edition of The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025.

We’re especially proud to share some of the feedback we’ve received:

·        “PDLegal is a quality firm with a strong focus on shipping in Singapore.”

·        “Strong knowledge and grasp of matters.”

·        “Peter Doraisamy is an excellent practitioner.”

To our clients, thank you for your continued confidence in our expertise and commitment, and a special thank you to our lawyers whose dedication continues to drive the firm forward. Your passion and expertise are what make this achievement possible.

The Legal 500 is a leading legal directory which ranks law firms and lawyers based on client feedback, research, and legal industry performance in over 150 jurisdictions.

For more information on this ranking: here.

 

PDLegal ranked in the Shipping category in Singapore in the latest edition of The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025.

  • Chambers & Partners Asia-Pacific 2025
Chambers AsiaPacific 2025

Raghunath Peter Doraisamy FCIArb ranked in Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025 for Shipping; Domestic; Litigation

  • 19 June 2025

We are pleased to share that our Managing Partner, Raghunath Peter Doraisamy FCIArb, has been ranked in Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025 for Shipping Domestic Litigation!

Chambers and Partners is the leading legal research company which operates across 200 jurisdictions and details rankings and insights into the world’s leading lawyers and law firms.

This recognition reflects Peter’s dedication in the field, as well as his commitment to providing outstanding legal services to our clients. This ranking would also not have been possible without the unwavering support and trust of our clients and friends.

Congratulations to Peter on this well-deserved achievement!

For more information, please click here

Raghunath Peter Doraisamy FCIArb ranked in Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025 for Shipping; Domestic; Litigation

  • India Business Law Journal Ranking 2024
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PDLegal recognised as a Regional Firm to Watch in India Business Law Journal’s 2024 report

  • 12 December 2024

As a testament to our commitment to serving clients with India-Singapore cross-border legal needs, we are proud to have been recognised by the India Business Law Journal as an ‘International Firm to Watch’ in 2024.

PDLegal recognised as a Regional Firm to Watch in India Business Law Journal’s 2024 report

  • Ranked by IFLR1000 for Investment Funds
IFLR100

PDLegal recognised as a Notable Firm in the 2024 IFLR1000 rankings for Investment Funds

  • 24 June 2024

We are pleased to be recognised once again as a Notable Firm in the 2024 IFLR1000 rankings for Investment Funds! This achievement reflects our commitment to excellence and our team’s dedication to our clients. A heartfelt thank you to IFLR, our clients, and lawyers for their trust and support.

IFLR1000 is a leading international legal market research product specialised in ranking financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. Rankings are based on deal evidence, client feedback, and market research.

For more information, please click here.

PDLegal recognised as a Notable Firm in the 2024 IFLR1000 rankings for Investment Funds

  • Asialaw Asia-Pacific Rankings 2024
Asialaw 2024 ranking

Peter Doraisamy recognised as a Distinguished Practitioner in Dispute Resolution in the Asialaw rankings 2024

  • 23 June 2024

We are proud to announce that our Managing Partner, Peter Doraisamy has been recognised as a Distinguished Practitioner in Dispute Resolution in the Asialaw rankings 2024. Our Partner, Andrew Lee is also recognised in the same publication as a Rising Star in Dispute Resolution.

Asialaw’s 2024 edition provides law firm recommendations and editorial analysis of key practice areas and industry sectors across 20 jurisdictions.

For more information, please click here.

Peter Doraisamy recognised as a Distinguished Practitioner in Dispute Resolution in the Asialaw rankings 2024

  • ALB Singapore Rising Stars 2024
ALB Asia

Mato Kotwani recognised in Asian Legal Business’ (ALB) Singapore Rising Stars rankings 2024

  • 20 June 2024

We are proud to announce that our Partner, Mato Kotwani has been recognised in Asian Legal Business’ (ALB) Singapore Rising Stars rankings 2024. The list identifies the country’s most promising legal talents.

Mato joins the ranks of our partners, Gerard Quek and Andrew Lee who were also recognized in ALB Asia’s 40 Under 40 Lawyers list in 2021 and 2017 respectively. This is testament to PDLegal’s commitment to grooming the future leaders of our field.

For more information, please click here
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Mato Kotwani recognised in Asian Legal Business’ (ALB) Singapore Rising Stars rankings 2024

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