{"id":85,"date":"2025-05-11T10:34:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-11T10:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cipaa-construction-malaysia.com\/?page_id=85"},"modified":"2025-05-13T00:34:56","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T00:34:56","slug":"our-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cipaa-construction-malaysia.com\/?page_id=85","title":{"rendered":"Our Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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This website serves as a trusted platform dedicated to educating the Malaysian construction industry on the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act (CIPAA) 2012<\/strong>. While the platform itself is not a law firm, it is supported and guided by a team of experienced legal professionals from law firm Messrs. Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo<\/strong>.<\/p>

Backed by Real Legal Expertise<\/h3>

The information, insights, and resources shared on this platform are curated and reviewed by lawyers from Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo (NZSK)<\/strong>\u2014a respected Malaysian law firm with deep expertise in construction law, CIPAA adjudication, and dispute resolution<\/strong>. Their practical knowledge ensures that everything we publish is accurate, relevant, and legally sound<\/strong>.<\/p>

About Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo (NZSK)<\/h3>

Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo<\/strong> is a well-established law firm known for its work in construction disputes, adjudication under CIPAA, litigation, and corporate advisory services<\/strong>. The firm\u2019s lawyers have represented clients across all levels of the construction supply chain, from main contractors to consultants and suppliers.<\/p>

Their involvement with this platform reflects a shared commitment to:<\/p>

  • Promoting awareness of CIPAA rights and remedies<\/p><\/li>

  • Helping industry players understand and enforce their legal entitlements<\/p><\/li>

  • Bridging the gap between law and real-world construction challenges<\/span><\/h3>

    A Knowledge-Based Partnership<\/h3>

    Although this is not a legal firm\u2019s official website, we are proud to have NZSK as our legal knowledge partner. Their ongoing input ensures the content remains legally accurate, up to date, and practically useful<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

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    Partner | Construction Law & CIPAA Adjudication<\/strong>
    Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo (NZSK)<\/strong>
    Over 12 Years of Legal Experience in Construction and Commercial Disputes<\/strong><\/p>

    Khoo Ai Theng is a highly respected partner<\/strong> at Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo<\/strong>, with over a decade of focused experience in construction law<\/strong>, CIPAA adjudication<\/strong>, and commercial dispute resolution<\/strong>. She is widely regarded for her strategic insight and meticulous handling of complex construction-related claims, particularly those involving payment disputes, contractual breaches, and project delays<\/strong>.<\/p>

    Having advised and represented clients across the entire construction supply chain\u2014including main contractors, subcontractors, developers, consultants, and suppliers<\/strong>\u2014Khoo Ai Theng has an in-depth understanding of both the legal and operational dimensions of the industry. Her work under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act (CIPAA) 2012<\/strong> has enabled clients to recover millions in unpaid claims through successful adjudication proceedings and enforcement actions.<\/p>

    Areas of Expertise<\/strong><\/h3>

    • CIPAA adjudication and enforcement proceedings<\/p><\/li>

    • Construction payment and valuation disputes<\/p><\/li>

    • Claims involving liquidated damages (LAD) and delay analysis<\/p><\/li>

    • Contract drafting and risk management for construction projects<\/p><\/li>

    • Litigation involving defective works, project abandonment, and contract termination<\/p><\/li>

    • Judicial reviews and setting aside applications in adjudication<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Legal Philosophy & Client Approach<\/strong><\/h3>

      Khoo Ai Theng is known for her methodical, client-centric approach<\/strong>\u2014balancing legal precision with commercial pragmatism. She works closely with clients to develop tailored dispute resolution strategies that align with their financial priorities, timelines, and risk tolerance<\/strong>. Her collaborative work style, especially with technical consultants and expert witnesses, strengthens the foundation of every legal argument she presents.<\/p>

      She has appeared regularly in adjudication forums, High Court proceedings<\/strong>, and mediation sessions<\/strong>, earning a strong reputation for clarity, commitment, and results-driven representation.<\/p>

      Professional Credentials<\/strong><\/h3>

      • Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya<\/p><\/li>

      • Member of the Malaysian Bar<\/span><\/p><\/li>

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