The Asia Pacific Disputes Summit: Singapore 2026 is a premier event organized by Legal 500, scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach. This summit aims to bring together senior in-house counsel and leading disputes practitioners from across the Asia-Pacific region to address the evolving challenges in dispute management.
Key topics include the evolving role of General Counsel during global volatility, practical challenges of navigating cross-border disputes, and balancing efficiency, cost control, and reputational considerations when disputes arise. The agenda will also spotlight developments in selected Asia-Pacific jurisdictions and examine how local legal and enforcement realities influence cross-border dispute strategy.
The summit will explore how technology is transforming dispute management and investigations, alongside practical approaches to crisis response and dispute financing. Attendees can expect practical insights, peer exchange, and valuable opportunities to share perspectives with fellow senior legal leaders from across the region.
This event is ideal for General Counsel, in-house legal leaders, and disputes practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding of the complex dispute landscape in the Asia-Pacific region and to network with peers facing similar challenges.
Speakers(11)
Akshay Kishore
Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
Akshay Kishore is a Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP, focusing on international arbitrations, mediations, and regulatory investigations across various sectors.
Burapat Buaprasertying
Associate Director (Legal) at Krungthai Xspring Securities Company Limited
Burapat Buaprasertying is the Associate Director (Legal) at Krungthai Xspring Securities Company Limited, focusing on legal and compliance matters in the financial services sector.
Ekawat Piriyaworasaku
Managing Partner at ES Counsel
Ekawat Piriyaworasaku is the Managing Partner at ES Counsel, specializing in dispute resolution across civil, commercial, labor, and employment matters in Thailand.
Jirati Suwanworabun
Partner at ES Counsel
Jirati Suwanworabun is a Partner at ES Counsel, advising clients on labor disputes, collective bargaining, and internal investigations in Thailand.
Mark Lee
Managing Director at Mark Lee Chambers Law Corporation (ML Chambers)
Mark Lee is the Managing Director of ML Chambers, specializing in multi-jurisdictional litigation, arbitration, and transactional deals. He has a strong reputation in corporate governance and shareholder disputes.
Navin Thevar
Joint Managing Director at RCLT Law Corporation
Navin Thevar is the Joint Managing Director at RCLT Law Corporation, specializing in complex disputes, including fraud and asset recovery, international arbitration, and financial crime.
Ramiro Rodriguez
Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
Ramiro Rodriguez is a Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP, heading the M&A department and its funds industry practice. He specializes in international arbitration and cross-border transactions.
Remy Choo
Joint Managing Director at RCLT Law Corporation
Remy Choo is the Joint Managing Director at RCLT Law Corporation, focusing on complex disputes, including fraud and asset recovery, international arbitration, and financial crime.
Sarah Yeo
Director at Mark Lee Chambers Law Corporation (ML Chambers)
Sarah Yeo is a Director at ML Chambers, focusing on corporate governance and shareholder disputes. She has been recognized for her strategic insight and innovative approach to dispute resolution.
Sarbjit Singh Chopra
Managing Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
Sarbjit Singh Chopra is the Managing Director at Duane Morris & Selvam LLP, with extensive experience in international arbitration and cross-border litigation across various sectors.
Uten Lerttaweepornkul
Partner at ES Counsel
Uten Lerttaweepornkul is a Partner at ES Counsel, handling complex commercial litigation and high-value cross-border disputes before Thai courts.
Event Details
- Date
- April 30, 2026
- Location
- 🇸🇬 Singapore
- JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
- Audience
- General Counsel, in-house legal leaders, disputes practitioners