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Your Shareholder Rights.
Fiercely Defended.

We represent minority shareholders, directors, and founders across Singapore in high-stakes corporate disputes. When governance fails or relationships break down, we deliver decisive action, clear strategic advice, and a proven track record of protecting your rights and securing favourable outcomes.

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What Our Clients Say

Real experiences from business owners and directors we've fought for.

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Hon Kee

5 months ago

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Best legal firm in Singapore for shareholder disputes. Many thanks to Walter, Siraj, Tyler, and the whole SLL team for helping me through a difficult time.

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Dean M K

7 months ago

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I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Mr. Walter Silvester and Mr. Siraj for their outstanding work in successfully representing me in my minority oppression case...

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Edwin Lim

1 year ago

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I had my legal matters resolved with the great help from Walter Silvester and Siraj Aziz. They have been with me through the long and tedious process...

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Andy Wong

1 year ago

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Engaged Walter and Siraj from Silvester Legal LLC in the past to represent me. Highly professional, excellent communications, thorough case preparation...

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Hon Kee

5 months ago

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Best legal firm in Singapore for shareholder disputes. Many thanks to Walter, Siraj, Tyler, and the whole SLL team for helping me through a difficult time.

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Dean M K

7 months ago

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I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Mr. Walter Silvester and Mr. Siraj for their outstanding work in successfully representing me in my minority oppression case...

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Edwin Lim

1 year ago

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I had my legal matters resolved with the great help from Walter Silvester and Siraj Aziz. They have been with me through the long and tedious process...

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Andy Wong

1 year ago

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Engaged Walter and Siraj from Silvester Legal LLC in the past to represent me. Highly professional, excellent communications, thorough case preparation...

The Difference Matters

Commercial disputes carry serious consequences. A misstep can cost you your business, your legacy, and your peace of mind.

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The Risk

  • Oppression and mismanagement
  • Conflicts of interest & self-dealing
  • Misappropriation of company assets
  • Exclusion from boardroom decisions

The Silvester Legal Response

  • Strong representation in minority oppression proceedings
  • Independent legal assessment
  • Pre-dispute advisory to defuse tension early
  • Strategic multi-track resolution

Navigating Corporate Deadlocks and Governance Failures

We act for minority shareholders, directors, and founders across all sectors in Singapore. When relationships break down or governance fails, we move with decisiveness.

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Minority Oppression

We assess your position, identify legal breaches, clarify your position, and build your case for the strongest outcome where company affairs are conducted oppressively.

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Pre-Dispute Advisory

Identify early warning signs. Defuse tension before it erupts. Early action prevents litigation and protects business continuity.

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Derivative Actions

We help shareholders bring proceedings on behalf of the company against directors or third parties for wrongdoing and breaches of fiduciary duties.

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Multi-Track Resolution

We negotiate firmly, pursue mediation through SIMC or SMC where appropriate, and litigate decisively when relationships break down and governance fails.

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Corporate, Business & Regulatory Advisory

We turn complexity into competitive advantage. Visit Legally First to learn more about our corporate and regulatory advisory services.

Recognised Specialists.
Consistently Ranked.

Silvester Legal Team at Supreme Court

Singapore’s Leading Shareholder Dispute Practice

We represent minority shareholders, directors, and founders across Singapore in high-stakes corporate disputes. When governance fails or relationships break down, we deliver decisive action, clear strategic advice, and a proven track record of protecting your rights and securing favourable outcomes.

Your Legal Team

Meet the lawyers supporting your corporate and dispute matters.

Walter Silvester

Walter Silvester

Managing Director

Robert Raj

Robert Raj

Director

Siraj Shaik Aziz

Siraj Shaik Aziz

Director

Akesh Abhilash

Akesh Abhilash

Director

Low Yi Yang

Low Yi Yang

Director

Walter Silvester

Walter Silvester

Managing Director

Robert Raj

Robert Raj

Director

Siraj Shaik Aziz

Siraj Shaik Aziz

Director

Akesh Abhilash

Akesh Abhilash

Director

Low Yi Yang

Low Yi Yang

Director

Case Studies

Learn how complex disputes are approached and resolved across a range of corporate and commercial scenarios.

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Shareholder & Minority Rights Disputes FAQs

Clear answers to common questions on shareholder and minority rights disputes and what to expect from the process.

What are shareholder rights under Singapore law?

Shareholders in Singapore have statutory and contractual rights, including voting rights, dividend entitlements, access to company information, and protection against unfair conduct under the Companies Act 1967 (“Companies Act”). These rights apply to both majority and minority shareholders.

What protections do minority shareholders have in Singapore?

Minority shareholders are protected against oppressive or unfairly prejudicial conduct through statutory remedies such as minority oppression claims and derivative actions under the Companies Act.

What is a minority oppression claim in Singapore?

A minority oppression claim allows a shareholder to seek relief where company affairs are conducted in a manner that is oppressive, unfairly prejudicial, or discriminatory. Courts may order buyouts or other remedies. Consult our shareholder dispute lawyers to assess your claim.

Fight for Your Rights

Facing a dispute or requiring strategic legal advice? We are ready to act. Schedule a confidential consultation with our shareholder lawyers today.

  • Rapid response within 24 hours
  • Independent assessment of your position
  • Strategic guidance on dispute resolution

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