
Experienced Corporate, Commercial & IP Lawyers in Singapore
Looking for business-savvy legal advice in Singapore? Our firm is led by experienced lawyers from leading Big Law firms and ex-MNC in-house counsel. We deliver high-quality, commercially focused legal services for startups, SMEs, and established businesses.
We specialise in:
Corporate law (company incorporation, shareholder agreements, M&A, restructuring)
Commercial law (business contracts, terms of service, distribution and licensing agreements)
Intellectual property law (trade mark registration, IP licensing, brand protection)
Technology law (software agreements, SaaS contracts, data protection compliance)
Whether you're starting a business, negotiating a commercial contract, resolving a dispute, or protecting your intellectual property, we provide clear, strategic legal solutions that support your growth.
About Xavier & Associates LLC
Founded in 2014
3 people in their team
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Practice areas
Intellectual Property
Our boutique firm is led by experienced lawyers from top Big Law firms, offering business-savvy IP advice without Big Law pricing. We advise on all aspects of trade mark and copyright law in Singapore, including trade mark registration, IP portfolio management, licensing, and enforcement. We also support clients with anti-counterfeiting strategies. Whether you're launching a brand or enforcing your rights, we deliver practical, commercially focused solutions tailored to your business.
Business
Our firm advises on the full spectrum of business law in Singapore, with a focus on practical, commercially sound legal solutions. Led by ex-Big Law lawyers, we provide strategic legal advice to startups, SMEs, investors, and growth-stage companies. Our services include company incorporation, business registration, contract drafting, shareholder and investment agreements, due diligence, mergers & acquisitions, and venture capital transactions. We also support clients with franchising, government contracts, employment matters, and communications and media law. We understand business needs and structure deals to reduce legal risk while enabling growth.
Media, Technology and Telecoms
We advise clients across the media, technology, and digital sectors on complex legal and regulatory issues. Our firm combines deep expertise in e-commerce, fintech, data protection, and technology transactions with commercial insight drawn from years of experience in Big Law and in-house roles. We draft and negotiate software and IT contracts, SaaS agreements, outsourcing arrangements, and advertising and influencer agreements. We also support businesses on cybersecurity compliance, PDPA and GDPR obligations, and the legal aspects of digital marketing, platform operations, and media content regulation.
Employment & Labor
We advise employers and business owners on Singapore employment law, offering practical legal solutions across the full employment lifecycle. Our services include employment contracts, hiring and termination, employee handbooks and policies, employee benefits, and executive compensation. We also assist in sensitive matters such as wrongful dismissal, employee investigations, and employment disputes. With our commercial focus and deep legal expertise, we help clients comply with regulatory obligations while protecting their business interests.
Lawsuits & Disputes
We represent clients in a wide range of commercial disputes, including contract breaches, shareholder conflicts, employment-related claims, and business torts. Our lawyers are skilled in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation and arbitration. Whether resolving disputes through the Singapore courts or private tribunals, we focus on achieving practical outcomes aligned with our clients’ commercial objectives. We act for both companies and individuals in high-stakes matters and offer strategic, cost-effective dispute resolution tailored to each case.
Consumer Rights
We advise on a wide range of consumer rights and protection matters, including disputes over defective goods, unfair trade practices, service disputes, and breach of contracts. Our team acts for both businesses and individuals in civil litigation involving contractual disputes and consumer protection laws in Singapore. We offer commercially sensible and cost-effective legal solutions—whether through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings—to resolve consumer-related conflicts and protect your legal interests.
Bankruptcy & Debt
We act for creditors and businesses in debt recovery, insolvency, and enforcement matters in Singapore. Our services include statutory demands, winding-up applications, bankruptcy proceedings, debt collection, and judgment enforcement. We help clients navigate debtor-default scenarios with commercially practical advice and pursue recovery using both litigation and negotiated outcomes. Our team is experienced in representing creditors in debt claims and advising on insolvency risks in commercial transactions.
Real Estate
We assist landlords and tenants with the review, negotiation, and advisory aspects of residential and commercial tenancy agreements in Singapore. Our focus is on clear, commercially sound lease terms that protect our clients’ rights. We work closely with trusted conveyancing associates when property transfers are required.
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Testimonials
Contract
“Wan Li’s commitment, professionalism, and skills are rare, and I cherish the relationship with her firm. Wan Li is my go-to person for all our corporate legal advice in APAC; from routine work to global IP licensing deals.”
— Founder and Managing Director, multinational company
“Wan Li put my mind at ease immediately during our first phone call. Wan Li is very experienced in the field, and was genuinely interested in my business, guiding me comprehensively and addressing all of my concerns professionally... I feel really at ease knowing that my contracts are solid and it makes all the difference!”
— Founder, retail business
“Their fixed-fee solution gave me a peace of mind, since as a startup, we would not have been able to engage a lawyer on an hourly basis. They exceeded my expectations with their professionalism as they went beyond what was required to ensure that my startup’s legal matter was properly resolved.”
— Co-founder, tech startup
“I like how she saw my business as her own and gave 110% into every document she drafted… a true partner who takes full interest in your business.”
— Founder, e-commerce platform
“I was impressed with her concise advice and swift responses. She knew exactly what my concerns were as an independent bookseller… If you want legal advices that are clear and cut to the chase, go talk to her.”
— Founder, bookstore
Read more customer testimonials on https://www.xavierlegal.com/#testimonials
Testimonials
Business
“Byron and Wan Li were very responsive to our requests and were very attentive… Their detailed inputs and efficient responses helped us resolve our case quickly and without further complications.”
— Co-founder, game development studio
“They went beyond what was required to ensure that my startup’s legal matter was properly resolved… I would highly recommend any startup to consult with Xavier and Associates LLC.”
— Co-founder, tech startup
“She is very thorough, detail, and prompt in response. I like how she saw my business as her own and gave 110% into every document she drafted.”
— Founder, marketplace business
“You have a team of top notch advisers who work with you every step of the way anticipating the risks and opportunities… Work with the best without burning your budget.”
— Founder, tech innovation company
“Byron provides strategic advice and a network of potential investors and partners… An invaluable partner to any tech startup.”
— Founder, technology company
Read more customer testimonials on https://www.xavierlegal.com/#testimonials