Mr. Joseph Ting is the founder and managing partner of Joseph Ting & Co. He graduated from the University of Keele in 1989 with a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours, Second Class Upper), majoring in Law and Economics. He subsequently completed the Certificate in Legal Practice in 1990 and was admitted to the Malaysian Bar on 4 October 1991. With more than three decades of continuous legal practice, Mr. Ting has established himself as a highly experienced and versatile legal practitioner. 

Over the years, Mr. Ting has developed a broad and in-depth proficiency across multiple areas of law. His practice encompasses corporate and commercial advisory work, complex conveyancing and property transactions, as well as a variety of civil litigation matters. He has provided counsel to individual and corporate clients on diverse legal issues, including matters involving regulatory, compliance, and administrative requirements. His extensive exposure enables him to deliver practical, strategic, and well-reasoned solutions tailored to each client’s needs. 

In the commercial and corporate domain, Mr. Ting has been involved in the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide array of business and project-based agreements. His experience includes, among others: 

1. Contracts related to power plant and energy-related projects, including equipment procurement and construction contracts, maintenance and operation agreements, and performance guarantee contracts; 
2. Joint development agreements for various commercial and property ventures; 
3. Sale and purchase agreements for the acquisition of companies, shares, and business undertakings; 
4. Subscription agreements, shareholders’ agreements, and other corporate governance documentation; 
5. A range of supporting commercial instruments required for structuring and executing complex transactions. 

Mr. Ting’s holistic legal background, combined with his practical commercial insight, positions him as a trusted advisor to clients seeking sound legal guidance and effective representation. 

Qualification: 
B. Soc. Sc (Hons) Keele, CLP 

Ms. Keng Aik Mei graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons) from the University of Malaya in 2008. Immediately upon completing her studies, she embarked on her legal career as a Federal Counsel in the International Affairs Division of the Attorney General’s Chambers, where she served from July 2008 to November 2010. In this capacity, she represented Malaysia at various international forums, meetings, and negotiations, articulating the nation’s legal positions on matters relating to criminal law, humanitarian law, and other cross-border legal issues. During her tenure, she also provided legal opinions and advisory support to numerous Government Ministries and agencies on issues involving international obligations, domestic implementation, and legal policy. 

In recognition of her service and performance, she was granted an exemption from chambering and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya on 19 March 2010, while still in service at the Attorney General’s Chambers. She went on to pursue further academic excellence and obtained her Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Malaya in 2011. Ms. Keng joined the Firm on 15 November 2010. 

Upon joining Joseph Ting & Co., Ms. Keng commenced practice in the litigation department, where she gained extensive experience across a wide spectrum of civil and contentious matters. Her work encompassed matrimonial proceedings, probate and administration applications, bankruptcy and winding-up matters, landlord–tenant disputes, including distress and eviction actions, contentious conveyancing cases, general civil litigation, and construction-related disputes. She has appeared and managed matters at various levels of the Malaysian judiciary, including the Court of Appeal. 

Following an internal restructuring in year 2011, Ms. Keng assumed the role of Head of the Project Conveyancing Department. In this capacity, she managed the full spectrum of conveyancing and banking transactions, including direct developer purchases (covering properties under construction, completed units, strata and individual titles, leasehold and freehold properties, and matters involving restrictions in interest). Her responsibilities also extended to sub-sale transactions, the preparation of loan and security documentation for both conventional and Islamic financing, perfection of transfer and charge, deeds of receipt and reassignment, discharge of charge, and an extensive range of banking, business, and commercial financing documentation. This role required not only strong technical proficiency, but also meticulous attention to detail, effective coordination, and a deep understanding of property development structures and financial arrangements. 

Since becoming a partner of the Firm, Ms. Keng has been entrusted with handling complex and contentious conveyancing matters involving multiple stakeholders and intricate legal issues. Her legal advice, opinions, and drafting expertise are regularly sought by a wide range of clients, including local and foreign institutions, as well as reputable property developers throughout the Klang Valley. She is frequently consulted on matters involving rights, remedies, liabilities, and obligations of parties in both commercial and property-related transactions. Her meticulous approach and deep understanding of property and commercial law continue to position her as a trusted advisor within the Firm and among the Firm’s clientele. 

Qualification: 
LL.B (Hons) (Malaya) 
L.L.M (Hons) (Malaya) 

Mr. Kelvin graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons) from the University of London in 2010. He began his career as an Assistant Legal Manager, where he was invited to join a reputable Malaysian property developer. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing development projects and played a key part in formulating standard operating procedures and compliance frameworks to support the organisation’s operational and regulatory needs.  

Since then, Mr. Kelvin’s practice has expanded substantially. He now handles a comprehensive range of subsale, corporate, and banking transactions, serving clients from diverse backgrounds—individual purchasers and investors, small and medium enterprises, as well as large and established corporate groups. He is known for his meticulous approach in reviewing contracts, ensuring that his clients’ interests are fully protected while adopting a practical and solution-oriented mindset that promotes fairness and enables transactions to be completed efficiently and without unnecessary delay. 

Over the years, he has acted for prominent corporations and developers, with cumulative transaction values exceeding RM800 million. 

His expertise extends to the preparation and review of loan and security documentation for both conventional and Islamic facilities, refinancing exercises, trade financing, guarantees, and debentures. He has worked with major financial institutions and is experienced in tailoring documentation to meet each bank’s internal requirements and risk parameters. 

Beyond his transactional work, Mr. Kelvin contributes significantly to the firm’s operations and strategic development. He oversees regulatory compliance, internal administration, and the adoption of new technologies within the firm. He has played an instrumental role in modernising the firm’s systems, including the implementation of updated computing infrastructure and regulatory tools such as e-invoicing integration, to support the firm’s expanding practice. 

Recognised for his precision in drafting bespoke agreements and his ability to deliver sound, practical legal solutions, Mr. Kelvin continues to be a valuable asset to both the firm and the firm’s clients. His drafting proficiency has also earned the trust of various financial institutions, who regularly engage him to prepare customised security documents tailored to their specific needs. 

Qualification:  
LL.B (Hons) (London), CLP 

Ms. Jolene Gong Wai Fen graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons) from Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, and subsequently obtained her Certificate in Legal Practice from the Legal Profession Qualifying Board upon her return to Malaysia. 

Following the completion of her pupillage and her admission as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya, Ms. Jolene began her career in the firm’s litigation department. During this period, she was involved in both contentious and non-contentious matters, primarily in the area of matrimonial and family law. Her work included handling divorce proceedings, division of matrimonial assets, child custodianship issues, debt recovery actions, and various enforcement proceedings. Through this experience, she developed strong advocacy skills and a nuanced understanding of dispute resolution and client management. 

She later transitioned to the firm’s conveyancing department as a legal associate, where her practice broadened significantly. She manages a wide array of sale and purchase transactions for individual and corporate clients involving residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. Her work includes acting in developer projects for upcoming developments such as condominiums, apartments, and landed properties. Her conveyancing practice also encompasses banking and financing transactions, including loan drawdowns for both conventional and Islamic facilities, refinancing, and corporate or commercial real estate financing. In the course of these matters, she liaises closely with numerous panel banks of the firm. 

Ms. Jolene now leads the firm’s leasing department, where she handles a diverse portfolio of commercial leasing and tenancy matters. Her work spans various business sectors, including shopping malls, retail outlets, office spaces, SOHO units, commercial complexes, industrial properties, and residential units. She is actively involved in negotiating tenancy terms, drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, and preparing legal documentation such as tenancy agreements, leasing agreements, novation agreements, management services agreements, and documents relating to property management. Owing to her extensive experience in this area, she frequently advises landlords, property owners, and developers of major commercial complexes, including the developer of one of Malaysia’s largest shopping malls and among the largest in Southeast Asia, on tenancy, leasing, and occupancy matters. 

In addition to her conveyancing and leasing portfolio, Ms. Jolene has extensive experience in corporate drafting. She has been involved in the preparation, vetting, and review of various commercial agreements, including sale of business agreements, joint venture agreements, and share sale agreements. Her practice further extends to land-related matters such as the preparation of transfer documentation, perfection of transfer and charge, as well as the drafting of wills and deeds of trust. 

Ms. Jolene is known for her dedication, practical problem-solving, and hands-on approach to every matter she undertakes. Her consistent commitment to client service and her ability to navigate complex issues with clarity and precision have earned her the trust and confidence of a wide range of clients. 

Qualification:  
LL.B (Hons) (Northumbria), CLP 

Ms. Soo Ying Jiun specialises in corporate and commercial law, delivering comprehensive legal support for businesses across diverse industries. Her practice covers commercial contracts, shareholders’ agreements, joint venture agreements, employment matters and corporate documentation. She is also involved in mergers and acquisitions and IPO-related works, advising clients on the legal, structural and regulatory aspects of complex corporate transactions. Her clients include companies in mining, warehousing and logistics, manufacturing, oil and gas and other key sectors, benefiting from her ability to provide practical, commercially focused legal solutions aligned with their business operations.  

As a registered trademark agent, she assists clients with trademark registration, brand protection strategies and intellectual property matters, helping businesses safeguard and enhance the value of their brands.  

She also has extensive experience in conveyancing, real estate, tenancy, and banking and finance matters, handling seamless transactions across residential, commercial, and industrial properties. 

Fluent in Chinese, English, and Malay, she serves a diverse client base, including clients from China, and is committed to delivering effective and commercially sound legal solutions. 

Qualification:  
LL.B (Hons) (London), CLP