Tan Chau Yee

Tan Chau Yee is a legal practitioner in Singapore. With documented cases from 2000 to 2023. The lawyer has handled 17 cases in Singapore's courts. Associated with 6 law firms. The lawyer demonstrates particular expertise in civil procedure and injunctions. Their track record shows a 39.0% success rate in resolved cases. They have managed 5 complex cases, representing 29% of their total caseload.

Areas of Practice and Expertise

Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated expertise across 62 primary practice areas, with significant experience in contract law and company law.

Practice Area	Case Volume	Distribution	Expertise Level	Description
Contract Law	11 cases	11% of total caseload	Experienced52% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 11 cases which represents 11% of their total caseload.
Company Law	4 cases	4% of total caseload	Experienced68% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 4 cases which represents 4% of their total caseload.
Civil Procedure	3 cases	3% of total caseload	Highly Specialized78% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Criminal Law	3 cases	3% of total caseload	General Practice25% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Summary Judgement	3 cases	3% of total caseload	General Practice47% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Breach of Contract	3 cases	3% of total caseload	General Practice46% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Injunctions	3 cases	3% of total caseload	Highly Specialized85% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Fiduciary Duties	3 cases	3% of total caseload	Experienced60% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Trust Law	3 cases	3% of total caseload	General Practice49% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 3 cases which represents 3% of their total caseload.
Commercial Disputes	2 cases	2% of total caseload	General Practice35% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Misrepresentation	2 cases	2% of total caseload	General Practice43% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Damages	2 cases	2% of total caseload	General Practice47% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Fraud and Deceit	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Experienced60% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Police Regulations	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Experienced55% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Civil Litigation	2 cases	2% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Employment Law	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Highly Specialized75% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Family Law	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Experienced58% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Mareva Injunctions	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Highly Specialized95% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Property Law	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Experienced55% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Corporate Governance	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Experienced55% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Agency Law	2 cases	2% of total caseload	General Practice38% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Administrative Law	2 cases	2% of total caseload	Highly Specialized75% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 2 cases which represents 2% of their total caseload.
Specific performance	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced60% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Liquidation	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Bailment	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced60% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Legal fees	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced60% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Appeal	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Sale of Goods	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Constructive Trust	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Affidavits	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced50% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Resulting Trust	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Joint Account	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Gifts	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice25% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Loan Agreement	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Deed of Separation	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Asset Dissipation	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced70% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Rights of way	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized95% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Trade Mark Infringement	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Conditions of Sale	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced65% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Notice to Complete	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced70% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Wrongful Dismissal	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced70% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Asset Recovery	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice40% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Banking and Finance	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Banking Law	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Civil Practice	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized75% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Commercial Law	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice10% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Corporate Law	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Easements	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized95% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Real Estate	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized75% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Trademarks	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized90% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Minority Oppression	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized95% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Evidence Law	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice20% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Jurisdiction	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced70% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Disciplinary Proceedings	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized80% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Natural justice	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced65% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Unjust Enrichment	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Shipping Law	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized80% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Costs	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Experienced70% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated substantial experience and regular engagementin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Legal Profession Act	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice10% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Estoppel	1 cases	1% of total caseload	General Practice30% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated general practice experiencein this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Service of document out of jurisdiction	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized75% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.
Passing Off	1 cases	1% of total caseload	Highly Specialized85% relevance score	Tan Chau Yee has demonstrated deep specialization and significant involvement in complex mattersin this area, handling 1 cases which represents 1% of their total caseload.

Law Firm Affiliations

Tan Chau Yee has been affiliated with 6 law firms. The most active affiliation involves 5 cases.

Law Firm	Cases Handled	Workload Share	Recent Cases
Harry Elias Partnership LLP	5 cases	29% of cases	Chan Wei Meng v Chan Lai Wan Joyce: Dispute over Joint Account Asset Distribution(Oct 2023) CGG v CGH: Appeal on Recovery of Legal Fees in Family Proceedings(Aug 2021) Wang Sheng v Chen Guangfeng: Share Transfer Dispute and Summary Judgment(Feb 2015)
Harry Elias Partnership	5 cases	29% of cases	Smartbus v Yeap Transport: Dispute over CNG Bus Purchase Agreement(May 2011) Purcell v Singapore Flyer: Director's Removal and Inspection Rights under Companies Act(May 2010) Chong Peter v Triple 8 Enterprise: Trade Mark Infringement & Passing Off in KTV Industry(Jan 2010)
Eversheds Harry Elias LLP	3 cases	18% of cases	Bi Xiaoqiong v China Medical Technologies: Mareva Injunction & Foreign Proceedings(Sep 2019) China Medical Technologies v Wu Xiaodong: Mareva Injunction & Foreign Proceedings(Aug 2018) Ma Hongjin v SCP Holdings: Summary Judgment Appeal on Convertible Loan Agreement(Dec 2017)
Tan JinHwee, Eunice and Lim ChooEng	2 cases	12% of cases	Attorney-General v Ng Hock Guan: Judicial Review of Police Officer Dismissal(May 2004) Ng Hock Guan v Attorney-General: Judicial Review of Dismissal from Singapore Police Force(Nov 2003)
Tan JinHwee, Eunice & Lim ChooEng	1 cases	6% of cases	Reemtsma v Hugo Boss: Service of Originating Motion Out of Jurisdiction(Jan 2003)
Tan Cheng Yew & Partners	1 cases	6% of cases	STL Machinery v Hai Leck Marine: Indemnity for Shipping Dispute over Crane Volume(Jun 2000)

Case Complexity Analysis

Analysis of Tan Chau Yee's case complexity based on the number of parties involved and case characteristics.

Complexity Overview

Average Parties per Case: 2.9
Complex Cases: 5 (29%); Cases with more than 3 parties

Complexity by Case Type

Type	Cases	Avg Parties	Distribution
Dismissed	23.3 parties avg	3.3	12%
Lost	83.2 parties avg	3.2	47%
Neutral	12.0 parties avg	2.0	6%
Won	72.5 parties avg	2.5	41%

Complexity Trends Over Time

Year	Cases	Average Parties
2000	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2003	22.0 parties avg	2.0
2004	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2007	14.0 parties avg	4.0
2009	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2010	23.5 parties avg	3.5
2011	22.0 parties avg	2.0
2014	14.0 parties avg	4.0
2015	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2017	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2018	14.0 parties avg	4.0
2019	14.0 parties avg	4.0
2021	12.0 parties avg	2.0
2023	12.0 parties avg	2.0

Case Outcome Analytics

Analysis of Tan Chau Yee's case outcomes, including distribution by type, yearly trends, and monetary outcomes where applicable.

Outcome Distribution

Outcome Type	Cases	Percentage
Dismissed	2(11%)	11%
Lost	8(44%)	44%
Neutral	1(6%)	6%
Won	7(39%)	39%

Monetary Outcomes

Currency	Total Amount	Average	Cases
SGD	1,436,820.00	159,646.679 cases	9

Yearly Outcome Trends

Year	Total Cases	Outcome Distribution
2000	1 1	Lost: 1 cases (100.0%)
2003	2 11	Neutral: 1 cases (50.0%) Won: 1 cases (50.0%)
2004	1 1	Won: 1 cases (100.0%)
2007	1 1	Won: 1 cases (100.0%)
2009	1 1	Lost: 1 cases (100.0%)
2010	2 11	Lost: 1 cases (50.0%) Won: 1 cases (50.0%)
2011	2 11	Dismissed: 1 cases (50.0%) Lost: 1 cases (50.0%)
2014	2 11	Dismissed: 1 cases (50.0%) Lost: 1 cases (50.0%)
2015	1 1	Won: 1 cases (100.0%)
2017	1 1	Won: 1 cases (100.0%)
2018	1 1	Lost: 1 cases (100.0%)
2019	1 1	Lost: 1 cases (100.0%)
2021	1 1	Won: 1 cases (100.0%)
2023	1 1	Lost: 1 cases (100.0%)

Case History

Displaying all 17 cases

No.	Case	Decision Date	Party & Outcome
1	Chan Wei Meng v Chan Lai Wan Joyce: Dispute over Joint Account Asset Distribution 10 Oct 2023 Chan Wei Meng (Claimant)Lost	10 Oct 2023	Chan Wei Meng (Claimant): Claim DismissedClaim dismissed with costs to the defendant (assumed SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore).
2	CGG v CGH: Appeal on Recovery of Legal Fees in Family Proceedings 22 Aug 2021 CGH (Respondent)Won	22 Aug 2021	CGH (Respondent): Appeal DismissedAppeal dismissed; respondent awarded costs of the appeal fixed at $40,000 (all-in) on a standard basis for two solicitors. Assumed SGD as the judgment originates from Singapore.
3	Bi Xiaoqiong v China Medical Technologies: Mareva Injunction & Foreign Proceedings 29 Sep 2019 Bi Xiaoqiong (Appellant, Defendant)Lost	29 Sep 2019	Bi Xiaoqiong (Appellant, Defendant): Appeal DismissedAppeal against the Mareva injunction was dismissed.
4	China Medical Technologies v Wu Xiaodong: Mareva Injunction & Foreign Proceedings 12 Aug 2018 Bi Xiaoqiong (Defendant)Lost	12 Aug 2018	Bi Xiaoqiong (Defendant): Mareva injunction grantedMareva injunction granted against Bi Xiaoqiong to prohibit the disposal of assets in Singapore.
5	Ma Hongjin v SCP Holdings: Summary Judgment Appeal on Convertible Loan Agreement 14 Dec 2017 Ma Hongjin (Plaintiff, Appellant)Won	14 Dec 2017	Ma Hongjin (Plaintiff, Appellant): Appeal AllowedAppeal allowed; summary judgment granted for the Plaintiff; costs fixed at $25,000 inclusive of disbursements (assumed SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore).
6	Wang Sheng v Chen Guangfeng: Share Transfer Dispute and Summary Judgment 17 Feb 2015 Wang Sheng (Plaintiff, Respondent)Won	17 Feb 2015	Wang Sheng (Plaintiff, Respondent): Judgment for PlaintiffSummary judgment granted for the plaintiff for $1,000,000, plus interest and costs (assumed SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore).
7	Lim Ah Sia v Tiong Tuang Yeong: Minority Shareholder Oppression & Director's Breach of Duty 30 Jul 2014 VStars Business (Singapore) Pte Ltd (Defendant)Dismissed	30 Jul 2014	VStars Business (Singapore) Pte Ltd (Defendant): Claim DismissedClaim against VStars Business (Singapore) Pte Ltd dismissed.
8	Chan Miu Yin v Philip Morris: Unfair Dismissal & Bad Faith Claim 03 Jul 2011 Chan Miu Yin (Plaintiff)Dismissed	03 Jul 2011	Chan Miu Yin (Plaintiff): Claim Struck OutThe plaintiff's claim was struck out as frivolous, vexatious, and an abuse of proceedings.
9	Smartbus v Yeap Transport: Dispute over CNG Bus Purchase Agreement 22 May 2011 Yeap Transport Pte Ltd (Defendant)Lost	22 May 2011	Yeap Transport Pte Ltd (Defendant): Judgment against Defendant for outstanding paymentJudgment against the defendant for the sum of $79,820 in respect of the outstanding balance due for the two buses. Assumed SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore.
10	Purcell v Singapore Flyer: Director's Removal and Inspection Rights under Companies Act 20 May 2010 Purcell Peter Francis (Plaintiff)Lost	20 May 2010	Purcell Peter Francis (Plaintiff): Application dismissedPlaintiff's application was dismissed with costs.
11	Chong Peter v Triple 8 Enterprise: Trade Mark Infringement & Passing Off in KTV Industry 10 Jan 2010 Triple 8 Enterprise Pte Ltd (trading as Mirage Deluxe KTV & Nightclub) (Defendant)Won	10 Jan 2010	Triple 8 Enterprise Pte Ltd (trading as Mirage Deluxe KTV & Nightclub) (Defendant): Judgment for DefendantJudgment in favour of the defendant; the plaintiff's claim was dismissed. Assumed SGD as the judgment originates from Singapore.
12	Pacific Rover v Yickvi Realty: Easement Realignment & Injunctive Relief 17 Mar 2009 Yickvi Realty Pte Ltd (Defendant)Lost	17 Mar 2009	Yickvi Realty Pte Ltd (Defendant): LostYickvi Realty had no right to injunctive relief over the proposed realignment. Assumed SGD as the judgment originates from Singapore.
13	Lim Ah Laik v Surender Singh: Specific Performance of Property Sale Dispute 05 Sep 2007 Alka Solanki (Defendant, Vendor)Won	05 Sep 2007	Alka Solanki (Defendant, Vendor): Judgment for DefendantJudgment in favor of the vendor; entitled to damages for breach of contract as assessed by the registrar.
14	Attorney-General v Ng Hock Guan: Judicial Review of Police Officer Dismissal 13 May 2004 Ng Hock Guan (Respondent)Won	13 May 2004	Ng Hock Guan (Respondent): Reinstatement OrderedThe respondent's dismissal was declared null and void, and his reinstatement was ordered, along with repayment of salary from the date of dismissal.
15	Ng Hock Guan v Attorney-General: Judicial Review of Dismissal from Singapore Police Force 17 Nov 2003 Ng Hock Guan (Plaintiff)Won	17 Nov 2003	Ng Hock Guan (Plaintiff): Claim AllowedPlaintiff's claim for judicial review was allowed. The court ordered reinstatement and recovery of salary and allowances from the date of termination. Assumed SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore.
16	Reemtsma v Hugo Boss: Service of Originating Motion Out of Jurisdiction 14 Jan 2003 Hugo Boss AG (Respondent)Neutral	14 Jan 2003	Hugo Boss AG (Respondent): NeutralNo order made on the applications to declare that the Notice of Originating Motion was not duly served.
17	STL Machinery v Hai Leck Marine: Indemnity for Shipping Dispute over Crane Volume 20 Jun 2000 Hai Leck Marine Contractor Pte Ltd (Defendant, Appellant)Lost	20 Jun 2000	Hai Leck Marine Contractor Pte Ltd (Defendant, Appellant): Appeal dismissed with variationAppeal dismissed with variation; indemnity and damages recoverable are to be assessed. The currency is assumed to be SGD, as the judgment originates from Singapore.