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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Top insolvency lawyer and former Rajah & Tann managing partner Patrick Ang dies at 61
Former Rajah & Tann managing partner Patrick Ang dies at 61 Patrick Ang, former managing partner at Rajah & Tann, one of Singapore's Big Four law firms, has died at the age of 61. The firm confirmed his death in a statement on June 14. Ng Kim Beng, managing partner at Rajah & Tann (R&T), said, 'R&T has lost a celebrated lawyer, a selfless leader, and most of all, a cherished and deeply loved friend and colleague. His sudden and unexpected passing leaves an immense void.' Also read: Marelli files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in US as hedge funds take control Ang was a leading insolvency lawyer in Singapore, with over three decades of legal experience. He was known for his role in major corporate collapse cases including China Aviation Oil, Hin Leong, Lehman Brothers, and Swiber. He was the first Singaporean and the fourth Asian lawyer inducted into the American College of Bankruptcy , an international body of top bankruptcy and insolvency professionals. Live Events Ang became managing partner at R&T in 2019, succeeding Senior Counsel Lee Eng Beng. During his leadership, he spearheaded the law firm's regionalisation through Rajah & Tann Asia, a network of legal practices operating across Southeast Asia. He was named Managing Partner of the Year at the Asia Legal Business South-east Asia Law Awards in both 2024 and 2025. Earlier in 2025, Ang stepped down from his managing partner role but remained as vice-chairman of Rajah & Tann Asia. Contributions to law and public service recognized Minister for Law Edwin Tong paid tribute to Ang in a statement on June 14, calling him a 'formidable legal mind' and commending his 'unwavering stout heart for Singapore.' 'In my earlier years of practice, we often found ourselves on opposite sides of the table in complex restructuring matters,' Tong wrote. 'Even then, I found it impossible not to respect him.' Also read: Motherson's Marelli takeover faces US hedge fund bump Tong noted that Ang approached negotiations with 'integrity and grace,' and consistently maintained professionalism, even in difficult legal matters. Ang also contributed to Singapore's public service. He played a role in drafting the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Bill and was awarded the Public Service Star (Covid-19) National Day Award in recognition of his work. 'His passing is not only a profound loss to his firm, but also to the legal profession and to Singapore, which he served with quiet resolve, unwavering strength and deep purpose,' said Tong. Family and academic legacy Ang is survived by his wife, Marina Chin, Senior Counsel and joint managing partner at Tan Kok Quan Partnership, and their three daughters. His brother, Ang Peng Hwa, is a professor at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.
Straits Times
a day ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Top lawyer and former Rajah & Tann managing partner Patrick Ang dies at 61
Rajah & Tann Singapore mourns passing of Senior Partner Patrick Ang. Photo caption: Patrick Ang, 61, Senior Partner of Rajah & Tann Singapore and Vice-Chairman of Rajah & Tann Asia. He was Managing Partner of Rajah & Tann Singapore from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2025. Photo credit: Rajah & Tann Singapore Top lawyer and former Rajah & Tann managing partner Patrick Ang dies at 61 SINGAPORE - Mr Patrick Ang, the former managing partner of 'Big Four' law firm Rajah & Tann (R&T), has died at age 61. The law firm confirmed his passing in a statement on June 14. Mr Ng Kim Beng, R&T managing partner, said: 'R&T has lost a celebrated lawyer, a selfless leader, and most of all, a cherished and deeply loved friend and colleague.' 'His sudden and unexpected passing leaves an immense void,' said Mr Ng. Mr Ang was a top insolvency lawyer with three decades of experience. He was best known for his handling of high-profile collapses including the likes of China Aviation Oil, Hin Leong, Lehman Brothers and Swiber. The top lawyer was also the first Singaporean and the fourth lawyer from Asia to be inducted into the American College of Bankruptcy, a global organisation for leading bankruptcy and insolvency practitioners. Mr Ang became managing partner of R&T in 2019, taking over from Senior Counsel Lee Eng Beng. During his tenure, he led the law firm's decade-long regionalisation drive under Rajah & Tann Asia, a regional network of law firms spanning across Southeast Asia and beyond. His leadership was recognised with the Managing Partner of the Year award at the Asia Legal Business South-east Asia Law Awards in 2024 and 2025. Just earlier this year, Ang handed the reins over to Mr Ng, an arbitration lawyer, while remaining vice-chairman of Rajah & Tann Asia. He leaves behind his wife and three daughters. In a tribute on June 14, Minister for Law Edwin Tong called Ang a 'formidable legal mind' with an 'unwavering stout heart for Singapore'. 'In my earlier years of practice, we often found ourselves on opposite sides of the table in complex restructuring matters,' wrote Mr Tong. 'Even then, I found it impossible not to respect him.' 'Patrick had a remarkable way of thinking several steps ahead – calm, strategic, incisive. He approached even the most difficult negotiations with integrity and grace, and never stole a match with an unfair point.' Mr Tong said Ang also helped with drafting Singapore's emergency Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Bill and was recognised for his help with the Public Service Star (Covid-19) National Day Award. 'His passing is not only a profound loss to his firm, but also to the legal profession and to Singapore, which he served with quiet resolve, unwavering strength and deep purpose,' the minister said. THE BUSINESS TIMES Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Business Times
a day ago
- Business
- Business Times
Top lawyer and former Rajah & Tann managing partner Patrick Ang dies at 61
[SINGAPORE] Patrick Ang, the former managing partner of 'Big Four' law firm Rajah & Tann (R&T), has died at age 61. The law firm confirmed his passing in a statement on Saturday (Jun 14). Ng Kim Beng, R&T managing partner, said: 'R&T has lost a celebrated lawyer, a selfless leader, and most of all, a cherished and deeply loved friend and colleague.' 'His sudden and unexpected passing leaves an immense void,' said Ng. Ang was a top insolvency lawyer with three decades of experience. He was best known for his handling of high-profile collapses including the likes of China Aviation Oil, Hin Leong, Lehman Brothers and Swiber. The top lawyer was also the first Singaporean and the fourth lawyer from Asia to be inducted into the American College of Bankruptcy, a global organisation for leading bankruptcy and insolvency practitioners. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up Ang became managing partner of R&T in 2019, taking over from Senior Counsel Lee Eng Beng. During his tenure, he led the law firm's decade-long regionalisation drive under Rajah & Tann Asia, a regional network of law firms spanning across Southeast Asia and beyond. His leadership was recognised with the Managing Partner of the Year award at the Asia Legal Business South-east Asia Law Awards in 2024 and 2025. Just earlier this year, Ang handed the reins over to Ng, an arbitration lawyer, while remaining vice-chairman of Rajah & Tann Asia. He leaves behind his wife and three daughters. Formidable legal mind In a tribute on Saturday morning, Minister for Law Edwin Tong called Ang a 'formidable legal mind' with an 'unwavering stout heart for Singapore'. 'In my earlier years of practice, we often found ourselves on opposite sides of the table in complex restructuring matters,' wrote Tong. 'Even then, I found it impossible not to respect him.' 'Patrick had a remarkable way of thinking several steps ahead – calm, strategic, incisive. He approached even the most difficult negotiations with integrity and grace, and never stole a match with an unfair point.' Tong said Ang also helped with drafting Singapore's emergency Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Bill and was recognised for his help with the Public Service Star (Covid-19) National Day Award. 'His passing is not only a profound loss to his firm, but also to the legal profession and to Singapore, which he served with quiet resolve, unwavering strength and deep purpose,' the minister said.
