LexisNexis® 40 UNDER 40 2024

LexisNexis® 40 UNDER 40 2024

Jonathan Khaw
Principal Lawyer
CHERN & CO.

Jonathan Khaw is regarded by his clients as smart, passionate, and increasingly recognized for his work in the legal field. At Chern & Co., a boutique commercial law firm specializing in supporting SMEs with dispute resolution and corporate advisory, Jonathan has guided his firm to significant achievements. These include securing a multi-million-ringgit win in the Kuala Lumpur High Court in a complex fraud and conspiracy case for a Singapore-based client in June 2024 and a successful outcome in a fraud action for a Polish client in the PPE sector, illustrating that size is no barrier to achieving impactful results.

Reflecting on this success, Mr. Igor Patlai, Director of Foreign Trade at Global Food Hygiene, Poland, shared, “It’s our pleasure to recommend Jonathan Khaw as a competent lawyer that provides exceptional services for Global Food Hygiene.”

Chern & Co. serves clients across various sectors, including strategic advisory, reinsurance, corporate consultancy, and the beauty and cosmetics industry, among others, reflecting the firm's ability to represent a wide range of industries.

Jonathan credits much of his professional growth to the mentorship of senior counsel and insights from his peers, which have reinforced his commitment to improving his practice and advocacy. His experience includes successfully navigating complex legal challenges, such as cases involving intricate legal maneuvers used by opposing parties to dismiss claims. Jonathan’s strategic approach and practical problem-solving have distinguished him as an effective advocate with notable results and a clear path for continued growth.