If comparison is drawn with BM/CC, both firms handle a lot of international cross border work. This is the reason why the salary variance for lawyers in such firms as compared to big four is significant.

In the press release - Rajah added: “Singapore's first pure chambers practice introduces a different concept of specialised legal services that will focus on advisory and advocacy work. This will be a new platform to give Singapore and the region a wider choice in first-tier legal services in both domestic litigation and international arbitration briefs.”

This is a very novel development for legal practice in Singapore and top advocacy is a niche practice area that has a lot of potential.

For further details, see s://.cdr-news.com/categories/singapore/7743-exclusive-landau-and-rajah-join-forces-as-essex-court-expands-in-singapore