Focused Expertise, Transparent Process, Considered Advice
Return to HomepageWhat Sets Our Approach Apart
These are the qualities clients consistently tell us matter most when choosing counsel for insolvency and restructuring matters.
Specialist Focus
Our practice is dedicated to insolvency and restructuring — this is not a sideline engagement within a broader commercial firm.
Direct Communication
You deal with the practitioner handling your matter, not a series of juniors or a revolving cast of contacts.
Structured Process
We work through each engagement in defined phases, so you know what is happening, why, and what comes next.
Honest Assessment
We do not tell clients what they want to hear. We assess your position as it stands and advise accordingly.
Strict Discretion
Insolvency matters are sensitive. We maintain absolute confidentiality across all engagements, consistent with legal professional privilege.
Transparent Pricing
Our fees for specific advisory engagements are stated clearly. You will not encounter unexpected charges mid-engagement.
Each Benefit, Examined Closely
Professional Expertise
01 / 05All practitioners at wayangcounseles hold Singapore practising certificates with a continuous focus on insolvency and corporate restructuring law. This concentration means our team engages daily with the relevant legislation — in particular the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 — as well as the evolving body of Singapore case law and judicial guidance. Our experience spans advisory work for companies seeking to restructure, creditors evaluating their position, and directors navigating personal liability considerations.
- IRDA 2018 specialist knowledge
- Companies Act restructuring provisions
- Comparative international restructuring frameworks
- Over a decade of Singapore court practice
Structured Process
02 / 05Every engagement follows a defined sequence of phases: initial assessment, scope definition, analysis and advice, then implementation support where applicable. We communicate at each stage transition so clients understand where we are, what the next step involves, and what inputs are required from them. This structured approach reduces the sense of uncertainty that often accompanies legal proceedings during a financially difficult period.
- Phased engagement structure
- Clear stage communications
- Realistic timeline setting from the outset
- Progress updates without prompting
Client Service Quality
03 / 05We recognise that many of our clients are contending with considerable personal and commercial pressure. We try to make the legal process as clear and accessible as possible, explaining matters in plain language without sacrificing accuracy. Clients have direct access to the practitioner managing their matter and can expect responses to enquiries within one business day during office hours.
- Direct practitioner access
- Same-business-day responses
- Plain language explanations throughout
- Sensitivity to personal dimensions of each case
Transparent Pricing
04 / 05Our advisory fees are stated upfront on our Solutions page. There are no hidden disbursement surprises or scope creep charges without prior agreement. If a matter is likely to require work beyond the scope of the initial engagement, we will flag this before proceeding. We believe transparent pricing is part of treating clients with respect, particularly in circumstances that are already financially challenging.
- Published fees for defined advisory services
- No surprise disbursement charges
- Scope changes discussed and agreed
- Fees in SGD exclusive of GST and disbursements
Results & Outcomes
05 / 05We measure the quality of our work by the usefulness of our advice and the outcomes achieved for clients — not by the volume of documents produced or the hours billed. For companies, this means advice oriented toward the preservation of viable options. For creditors, it means advice that improves recovery prospects. For directors, it means advice that reduces personal exposure and supports informed decision-making.
- Outcome-oriented advisory approach
- Advice calibrated to your actual situation
- Practical next steps, not just legal analysis
- Post-engagement support where applicable
Specialist Practice vs. General Commercial Firm
Insolvency and restructuring work has distinct requirements. Here is how a dedicated practice compares to a general firm handling this work as one practice area among many.
| Feature | Typical General Practice | wayangcounseles |
|---|---|---|
| Practitioner focus on insolvency law | ||
| Direct access to the lead practitioner | ||
| Published fees for advisory services | ||
| Engagements calibrated to specific client type | ||
| Current knowledge of IRDA 2018 case law | ||
| Discretion and confidentiality standards | ||
| Plain language advice for non-lawyers | ||
| Separate advisory services for creditors and directors |
Distinctive Aspects of Our Practice
Separate Advisory Tracks for Each Client Type
Companies, creditors and directors have different interests in an insolvency situation — and sometimes those interests conflict. wayangcounseles maintains distinct advisory tracks for each client type, with clear conflict-checking protocols to ensure we advise one party in each matter. This discipline is unusual and it matters: it ensures your counsel is working for your position alone.
Active Engagement With Singapore Law Developments
The Singapore courts continue to develop their jurisprudence on the IRDA and the restructuring moratorium framework. We track these developments systematically and integrate relevant new decisions into our advice. Clients benefit from a practice that keeps pace with the law rather than relying on static understanding of legislation.
Decision Documentation Support for Directors
When directors seek advice from us on their obligations in financial distress, we help not only with the legal analysis but with the practical task of documenting their decision-making process. This documentation is potentially significant if the company subsequently enters formal insolvency proceedings and questions arise about director conduct.
Calibrated Advice for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
Insolvency and restructuring advisory is often associated with large-firm engagements covering major listed companies. wayangcounseles works with small and mid-sized businesses and their stakeholders — where the personal stakes for directors and creditors are often high, and where tailored, accessible advice adds the most value.
Professional Recognitions & Milestones
Ready to Discuss Your Matter With a Specialist?
We take on a limited number of engagements to ensure each client receives the attention their matter warrants. An early conversation will help us assess whether we are the right fit for your situation.