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Chan Hoo Yan

Chan Hoo Yan

Legal Associate
Shah Alam,10

Summary

Detail-oriented Legal Associate with 2 years of PQE. Adept Legal Associate with proven expertise in legal research and contract drafting, honed at Messrs Preakas & Partners. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, significantly enhancing client satisfaction through innovative legal solutions and successful litigation outcomes. Skilled in managing complex civil and criminal cases, demonstrating exceptional multitasking abilities and courtroom acumen.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Legal Associate

Messrs Preakas & Partners
07.2021 - Current

CIVIL CASES

  • Assisted and handled cases involving fraud, negligence, land disputes, breach of contract and others
  • Assisted senior counsels such as YB Gobind Singh Deo and late Datuk Gopal Seri Sri Ram in preparing for trial (including but not limited to drafting of cause papers), contributing to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
  • Prepared and handled trials leading to successful outcome , https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/05/17/doctor-awarded-rm145000-damages-for-unlawful-arrest/ and https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/06/13/retiree-ordered-to-return-rm2-7mil-to-firm-over-land-deal-fraud/
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics.
  • Analyzed complex legal issues using critical thinking skills, leading to innovative solutions for client challenges.
  • Reviewed contracts thoroughly to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance before execution by clients.
  • Improved client communication by developing clear and concise status reports on ongoing legal matters.
  • Managed complex litigation matters, coordinating with multiple parties to achieve favorable results.

CRIMINAL CASES

  • Assisted and handled cases in relation to Section 323 and 326A of Penal Code.
  • Assisted and handled cases in relation to Anti-Money Laundering Act 2001, to oppose the application for forfeiture.
  • Assisted and handled cases related to Section 39B Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 at appeal stage (Court of Appeal) with late Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram.
  • Assisted in cases in relation to Section 402 Penal Code, criminal breach of trust at Sessions Court.

Education

Certificate of Legal Practice - Law

Brickfields Asia College
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
01.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelors of Law (LLB) (Hons) - Law

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
07.2017 - 07.2018

Skills

Legal Research

Court Procedures

Courtroom Procedures

Multitasking Abilities

Teamwork and Collaboration

Legal Advisory

Legal writing

Contract drafting

Legal Research

Accomplishments

1. Obtained a favorable judgement in a case involving a breach of Article 5 of the federal Constitution, https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/05/17/doctor-awarded-rm145000-damages-for-unlawful-arrest/


2. Obtained a favorable judgement in a case involving fraudulent misrepresentation, https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/06/13/retiree-ordered-to-return-rm2-7mil-to-firm-over-land-deal-fraud/


3. Obtained several other favorable judgement for interlocutory application (striking out application, transfer of proceedings and others).


4. Obtained favorable outcome at the Court of Appeal in a case involving drug trafficking, Section 39B Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Malay
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Cantonese)
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Legal Associate

Messrs Preakas & Partners
07.2021 - Current

Certificate of Legal Practice - Law

Brickfields Asia College
01.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelors of Law (LLB) (Hons) - Law

University of Liverpool
07.2017 - 07.2018
Chan Hoo YanLegal Associate