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NICO LIM

LEGAL MANAGER
KUALA LUMPUR

Summary

Dynamic Legal Manager with extensive experience at LY OOI & CHAI, specializing in contract law and legal analysis. Proven track record in enhancing team capabilities and streamlining processes, while fostering collaboration and achieving high employee satisfaction. Skilled in negotiating agreements and delivering strategic legal advice to support business growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Manager

LY OOI & CHAI
PETALING JAYA
08.2024 - Current
  • Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing the overall capabilities of the team.
  • Conducted due diligence investigations for mergers and acquisitions, identifying potential risks and ensuring smooth transactions.
  • Assisted human resources department in navigating complex employment law matters, reducing potential liabilities related to labor disputes.
  • Established strong relationships with external counsel, enabling efficient collaboration on complex legal issues and cost-effective services.
  • Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management systems.
  • Drafted and negotiated agreements and transactions on behalf of firm and clients.
  • Enhanced communication within the legal department through regular meetings, progress reports, and open dialogue, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Managed a team of attorneys and paralegals, consistently meeting performance goals while maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction.
  • Supported business development initiatives by analyzing relevant laws and regulations to ensure full compliance during expansion into new markets or industries.
  • Played a crucial role in dispute resolution processes by effectively mediating conflicts between parties both internally and externally.
  • Implemented training programs for employees on key compliance topics, resulting in increased awareness and reduced incidents of noncompliance.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • For the cases I have handled, I have been involved in a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to drafting and reviewing Sale and Purchase (S&P) agreements, supplemental agreements, attending signings, handling loan documentation processing until the financier releases payment, advising on the legal aspects involved in the entire transaction, advising on corporate transactions, negotiating commercial contracts, and representing clients in dispute resolution.

Legal Manager

KONG KIM LENG & CO
KAJANG, Selangor
09.2019 - 08.2023
  • Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing the overall capabilities of the team.
  • Conducted due diligence investigations for mergers and acquisitions, identifying potential risks and ensuring smooth transactions.
  • Assisted human resources department in navigating complex employment law matters, reducing potential liabilities related to labor disputes.
  • Established strong relationships with external counsel, enabling efficient collaboration on complex legal issues and cost-effective services.
  • Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management systems.
  • Drafted and negotiated agreements and transactions on behalf of firm and clients
  • Managed a team of attorneys and paralegals, consistently meeting performance goals while maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction.
  • Enhanced communication within the legal department through regular meetings, progress reports, and open dialogue, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Coordinated responses to regulatory inquiries and audits, ensuring prompt action and comprehensive documentation of compliance efforts.

LEGAL MANAGER

KUEK ONG & ASSOCIATES
08.2016 - 07.2019

LEGAL MANAGER

YC PANG, CHONG & GORDON
04.2012 - 07.2016

Legal Executive

LAVINIA, DELL AKBAR TEE& PARTNERS
03.2008 - 02.2012

Skills

Contract law

Legal writing

Legal analysis

Legal research

Agreement negotiation

Contract drafting

Real estate transactions

Strategic planning

Data privacy

Bankruptcy law

Negotiating agreements

Facilitating coordination

Legal advising

Drafting agreements

Teamwork and collaboration

Customer service

Document drafting

Problem-solving

Case presentation

Client confidentiality

Document filing

Research and data collection

Problem-solving abilities

Legal document preparation

Multitasking

Excellent communication

Case summaries

Decision-making

Document preparation

Self motivation

Client relations

Client support

Appointment scheduling

Report writing

Meeting preparation

Negotiation

Additional Information

KEY TRANSACTION HIGHLIGHT

Handled a complex project under the “Project Sakit” category that had been abandoned for over 20 years.

  • Represented the third developer who took over the project
  • Drafted legal documentation and advised on end-financing
  • Facilitated original purchasers in revoking previous agreements and signing new ones
  • Successfully led the project’s legal revival and oversaw the sale of all units


PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Exsim Group

  • Expressionz
  • The Rainz
  • Nidoz

BRDB Developments

  • The Pulse
  • Tamansari

Top Homes Builder Development

  • Residensi Mutiara

Orchard Circle

  • Miro Apartment

Setiaawan Group

  • Unisuites
  • Astrum Ampang
  • Brezza

Akisama Group

  • OUG Parkland

Serambi Padu

  • Sg Yu Indah

Aim Realty (Zenith)

  • Valley Suites

IJM Land

  • Rimbayu

I&P Group

  • 8 Petaling

Jaya Megah Development

  • The Zizz

Ken Holdings

  • Ken Bangsar

BCB Berhad

  • Concerto North Kiara

Trans Loyal Development Group

  • Bangi Avenue
  • Pangsapuri Puncak Saujana

Sierra Delima Development Sdn Bhd

  • Star City Selayang

Maming Holdings Sdn Bhd

  • D’Heights Residence

Timeline

Legal Manager

LY OOI & CHAI
08.2024 - Current

Legal Manager

KONG KIM LENG & CO
09.2019 - 08.2023

LEGAL MANAGER

KUEK ONG & ASSOCIATES
08.2016 - 07.2019

LEGAL MANAGER

YC PANG, CHONG & GORDON
04.2012 - 07.2016

Legal Executive

LAVINIA, DELL AKBAR TEE& PARTNERS
03.2008 - 02.2012

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