Our Beginnings

JTJB was established in 1988 by founding partners Joseph Tan and Jude Benny. Their small practice grew and JTJB is now a prominent part of the legal landscape in Singapore, with a global clientele, reputation and network.

The JTJB Difference

Trusted Advisor

For over 36 years, we have been the trusted legal advisor of our clients worldwide.

We are an award-winning law firm recognised by the major international legal directories.

We place our clients’ interests first in all that we do and conduct ourselves with utmost integrity.

We are experts in our field, have vast experience and a track record of success.

Excellence in Service

We provide our clients with dedicated support and personalised attention.

Our Partners are fully hands-on and our clients have 24/7 access to our lawyers.

We go the extra mile for our clients and are committed to delivering legal solutions that are practical and effective, to meet their needs and achieve their objectives.

Global Reach

We are able to assist our clients not just in Singapore but also across the world.

Our JTJB Global Network spans 11 countries and we are the only Singapore member of ADVOC, a global network of independent law firms spanning over 73 countries.

We work closely with our network partners to provide our clients with a seamless service across jurisdictions.

Awards &
Accolades

JTJB is recognized as an industry leader with numerous awards and accolades for our outstanding work and commitment to excellence.

What People Say About Us ...

Mike Mitchell

"I have worked with JTJB and Danny Chua for many years and have consistently received prompt and accurate advice but beyond this, also sound, tactical and strategic advice, which is essential when identifying a legal route in a different jurisdiction. Highly recommended."

Mike Mitchell

MFB Solicitors

Albert Lim

"JTJB has been Wartsila’s lawyers since 2008 and has consistently provided excellent legal support and advice over various legal issues. John Sze and his team are the lawyers that we would always look to, for matters involving a maritime and/or litigation angle. Their lawyers have shown commitment, speed and accuracy in their legal advice and action, and we strongly recommend them."

Albert Lim

Wartsila Singapore

Lee Thiam Chuan

"We are very pleased and satisfied with the services of Dato Jude Benny and his team in relation to an arbitration which we were involved in. During the course of our working together, what impressed us was the depth of the team's industry knowledge and the team's ability to understand the practical aspects of our business with ease. We were also wowed by Dato Benny's outstanding cross examination skills and his professionalism during the course of the hearing. Absolutely superb. Thank you for the professional advice, great effort and brilliant strategies."

Lee Thiam Chuan

TrustCon Engineering Pte Ltd

SC Dalian, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank

“Proactive suggestions and fast, practical advice.” – Dispute resolution

"The solicitors from JTJB listen to the needs of their clients and always have good solutions."

"Deep knowledge of the law practice combined with advice well-honed from decades of experience."

SC Dalian, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank

Jan Ong

"Murali Pany: Honesty, weighing the pro-con and suggesting quick and practical solutions. Excellent writer: his ability extracting complex cases to the core of the problem, succinctly formulating them for a client to decide - all aided with his impressive memory."

Jan Ong

PT Gema Terra

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

Danny Chua is a well-respected lawyer in Singapore with substantial experience in various contentious shipping matters, advising clients on matters ranging from cargo claims and bills of lading disputes to contract and charter party disputes. "Danny stands out in the legal community for his pragmatic approach to disputes and his ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters."

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

"The team at Joseph Tan Jude Benny goes the extra mile and exceeds expectations."

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

"Their bench strength is deep and client responsiveness superb."

Quoted in Chambers and Partners

Quoted in Asialaw

“John Sze has been a preferred solicitor for us on local shipping matters. He listens to what we need and want.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Quoted in Asialaw

“John Sze is calm under pressure. Strategic, out-of-the-box analysis and advice.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Quoted in Asialaw

“John Sze acts in an aggressive way for his clients.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Quoted in Asialaw

“Danny Chua is quick, experienced and personable.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Quoted in Asialaw

“Danny Chua has incisive knowledge and decisive advice.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Quoted in Asialaw

“Murali Pany has good knowledge and well-planned strategy.”

Quoted in Asialaw

Rudy Ng

“Murali has excellent judgement in understanding various legal situations, and is responsible towards every decision he makes”

Rudy Ng

Managing Director, Re-Plan Pte Ltd

How Way Meng

“(Murali Pany) Professional and having excellent advisory skills”

How Way Meng

Asia-Pacific General Manager, Swire Energy Services

Benchmark Litigation, 2024

“(Murali Pany) Very responsive, clear understanding of issues to be evaluated, strategic thinking and professional service."

Benchmark Litigation, 2024

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Benchmark Litigation, 2024

Rafizah Gaffoor: “Positive attitude and good communicator.”

Benchmark Litigation, 2024

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Benchmark Litigation, 2024

“ (Murali Pany) Straight in finding solution for client.”

Benchmark Litigation, 2024

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Chambers and Partners, 2024

"John is a great lawyer who is very knowledgeable in many aspects. He gives great advice and, more importantly, his expert views in legal matters. Truly a great lawyer."

Chambers and Partners, 2024

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Chambers and Partners, 2024

"John has exceptional skills and experience."

Chambers and Partners, 2024

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Chambers and Partners, 2024

"Danny Chua is very good to work with. His service is outstanding."

Chambers and Partners, 2024

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The Legal 500, 2024

"K. Murali Pany is extremely pleasant to work with, accessible to clients and readily available to provide advice and assistance regarding legal issues in Singapore. He has been of great assistance in navigating sensitive legal issues in Singapore"

The Legal 500, 2024

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The Legal 500, 2024

‘The team has a long and respected pedigree in shipping work, with partners who have decades of specialist experience.

The Legal 500, 2024

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