Qualifications:

• LLB (Hons), University of Sheffield (1996)
• Certificate in Legal Practice, Legal Profession Qualifying Board, Malaysia (1998)
• Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya (1999)
• Advocate of the High Court of Sabah and Sarawak (2004)

Professional Affiliations:

• Member, Advocates’ Association of Sarawak

About Chin Yee:

Chin Yee leads the firm’s thriving Corporate & Conveyancing Department, bringing over 25 years of specialised experience to clients navigating complex commercial and property transactions. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and strategic legal advisory, Chin Yee consistently delivers comprehensive solutions, ensuring each transaction is handled smoothly from inception to completion.

Chin Yee’s extensive experience includes guiding financial institutions, corporations, real estate developers, and private individuals through sophisticated commercial deals such as corporate financing arrangements, joint ventures, share sale transactions, and major property developments. She is also well-versed in share sale transactions and drafting complex commercial agreements, providing clear, pragmatic advice that aligns seamlessly with her clients’ business objectives.

Renowned for her deep understanding of real estate regulations, Chin Yee has actively contributed to the development of Sarawak’s Strata Management Ordinance and Regulations. She is a trusted advisor to property developers, frequently assisting them with compliance matters and the establishment of Joint Management Bodies (JMB).

Clients consistently appreciate Chin Yee’s detailed approach, strategic mindset, and her ability to simplify complex legal processes, making transactions smoother, clearer, and more efficient.

Practice Areas:

• Corporate & Commercial Transactions
• Real Estate & Property Development
• Banking & Finance
• Strata Management & Regulatory Compliance
• IPO Due Diligence & Share Sale Transactions

Notable Transactions:

• Advised a China company on the acquisition of land in a Special Development Area in Kuching for the purposes of establishing their manufacturing facilities.