Robert Raj
Director
LLB (Hons) – International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Robert brings over two decades of litigation experience across Singapore and Malaysia.
With prior stints at Zaid Ibrahim & Co. and Drew & Napier LLC, Robert has handled high-value shareholder disputes, defamation claims, and arbitration matters with precision. After running his own successful practice, Gravitas Law LLC, for seven years, he later served as Senior Regional Legal Counsel at a Dutch multinational.
Now a Director at Silvester Legal, Robert’s deep regional insights and litigation acumen continue to serve clients navigating complex cross-border and corporate disputes.
What it means to have Robert fight for you.
When you engage Robert, you gain more than a litigator. You gain a seasoned advocate who has spent over two decades navigating the most demanding commercial disputes across Singapore and Malaysia. Robert brings to every matter a rare combination of courtroom tenacity, regional fluency, and corporate insight drawn from his time at leading firms, at the helm of his own practice, and as in-house counsel to a multinational. He understands that litigation is not merely a legal exercise; it is a high-stakes undertaking with real consequences for businesses, reputations, and relationships. Clients can expect rigorous preparation, candid counsel, and an unflinching commitment to their interests at every stage of the dispute.
Commercial Litigation
Corporate, Business & Regulatory Advisory
Shareholder & Minority Rights Disputes
Arbitration & SICC Disputes
Acted for concert promoters, including LAMC Productions, in the structuring and negotiation of key commercial arrangements for major live events in Singapore, including the Scorpions and Guns N' Roses concerts, involving investor, sponsorship, and venue agreements.
Advised an international F&B group (Swiss-owned) on cross-border expansion, including drafting franchise agreements for markets such as Japan and Spain, and technology-related agreements for its digital ordering platform.
Advised a German brewery group, including Paulaner Bräushaus, on contract brewing and bottling arrangements in Singapore.
Acted for a US-based education provider in the structuring and review of master and unit franchise agreements for its Singapore operations.
Advised clients across industries on a wide range of commercial agreements, including joint ventures, shareholder agreements, software development agreements, and co-promotion arrangements.
Acted in cross-border commercial transactions during the COVID-19 pandemic, including advising on introducer agreements and fee protection arrangements involving Malaysian, US, and BVI entities.
Represented senior executives and corporates in defamation disputes, including actions arising from internal corporate communications.
Acted in shareholder and partnership disputes, including cases involving family-owned businesses and allegations of breach of fiduciary duties.
Represented liquidators in claims against former directors and related parties involving wrongful conduct, breach of duties, and fraudulent or unfair preference transactions.
Acted in complex commercial litigation against financial institutions involving claims of misrepresentation and breach of duty of care.
Represented clients in medical negligence claims against hospitals and healthcare professionals in Singapore.
Acted in estate and succession disputes on behalf of beneficiaries.
Acted for rights holders, including film producers, in enforcement actions against copyright infringement, including in relation to the film Dallas Buyers Club.
Acted in a landmark regulatory matter involving civil penalty proceedings brought by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Securities and Futures Act.
Acted in UNCITRAL arbitration seated in Singapore involving an international oil & gas project, with claims exceeding US$20 million.
Represented parties in multiple Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) arbitrations, including disputes involving a global marine solutions company and commercial contractual claims.
Ameer Ali Bin Mohd Yusoff & Anor v Sunrise Berhad [2008] 1 LNS 578 (Kuala Lumpur High Court)
Nanyang Law LLC v Alphomega Research Group Ltd [2010] 3 SLR 914
Khoo Hong Wei v Management Corporation Strata Plan No 3429 [2013] SGSTB 6
Ngui Gek Lian Philomene and others v Chan Kiat and others (HSR International Realtors Pte Ltd, intervener) [2013] SGHC 166
Monetary Authority of Singapore v Wang Boon Heng and anor [2017] SGDC 61
Monetary Authority of Singapore v Wang Boon Heng and anor [2018] 3 SLR 582
Salad Stop Pte Ltd v Simply Wrapps Express Pte Ltd & anor [2018] SGDC 174
Toh Fong Peng & ors v Excelsior Capital Finance Ltd & Ors [2020] SGHC 51
Fan Ren Ray & Ors v Toh Fong Peng & Ors [2020] SGCA 117 (Court of Appeal)
Member, Law Society of Singapore
Member, Singapore Academy of Law
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In our clients’ words.
In times of personal distress, Ms. Huang not only handled the legal complexities with great skill but also demonstrated genuine care for my well-being. That human touch, combined with her professionalism and legal acumen, made an immense difference for me during a very vulnerable time.
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Silvester Legal assisted me in a matter that involved cross jurisdictional work. They were efficient and got the result I desired. It was great working with them.
What sets Walter and Siraj apart from their peers is their ability to break down complex legal terms and simply it for the layman. Their professionalism, expertise and dedication to their client's unique needs are truly remarkable. Kudos to Silvester Legal LLC.
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