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About this Seminar
In today’s complex construction landscape, joint ventures are essential for tackling large-scale projects, sharing risks, and leveraging complementary expertise. However, these partnerships also bring unique legal challenges that can jeopardize success if not properly managed.
Join us for an insightful seminar that explores the legal intricacies of joint ventures in the construction industry, from structuring agreements to resolving disputes. Will Stroll and Peter Jang will examine common issues that arise between joint venture partners, while Joanna Seetoh will discuss key considerations that employers typically have when engaging joint venture contractors.
Seminar Programme - 5.00 - 5.30pm
Registrations & Refreshments for Delegates - 5.30 - 5.40pm
Opening Remarks by Chairperson - Mr. Chris Rudland - Senior Commercial Manager, Leighton Asia; Council Member, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)
5.40 - 6.40pm - Joint Ventures in Construction - Managing the Risks
- Mr. Peter Jang – Partner, Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP
- Ms. Joanna Seetoh - Director, Legal & Compliance, Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Vice-Chair, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)
- Mr. William Stroll – Partner, Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP
6.40 – 7.00pm - Q&A session
7.00 – 7.30pm - Networking Buffet
About the Speakers
Mr. Peter Jang - Partner, Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP
Peter is a construction lawyer specialising in contract drafting and project delivery based in Singapore. He is dual qualified in England & Wales and Australia and has previously worked in the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea and Australia. Peter has 14 years of extensive experience working closely with large international developers, contractors and suppliers in the energy and infrastructure projects. He is familiar with FIDIC, NEC, LOGIC, JCT and other forms of construction contract and has drafted various EPC, EPCI, BOP, supply, T&I, EWA, PSA and other types of construction contracts. He was recognized by Legal 500 as a Next Generation Partner in the Energy and Projects category for 2025.
Ms. Joanna Seetoh - Director, Legal & Compliance, Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Vice-Chair, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)
Joanna is presently a Director (Legal & Compliance) in Changi Airport Group, with 17 years of experience as a disputes resolution practitioner. Having practiced in both Singapore and Hong Kong, Joanna frequently advised and represented clients as lead counsel in a variety of international disputes, including rail and metro, power plant, solar plant, mining, integrated resorts, and commercial and residential building projects. Joanna’s accolades include being ranked in 2022 and 2023 as a Future Star in Construction by Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific, in 2023 by Asialaw as a Notable Practitioner in Construction, in 2024 as one of the Singapore Business Review’s Most Influential Lawyers under 40, and in 2025 by Legal 500 as a Next Generation Partner (Projects and Energy) and by Chambers & Partners as an Up and Coming practitioner (Construction: Domestic). She is also accredited as a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators, and is amongst the inaugural batch of practitioners recognized as an Accredited Specialist in Building and Construction Law by the Singapore Academy of Law.
Mr. William Stroll – Partner, Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP
Will is a corporate partner based in Singapore office, with a practice focused on energy and infrastructure transactions. He advises on all aspects of project development, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy across Southeast Asia. Will has played a leading role in landmark projects in Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, Laos, and Myanmar. His work spans both conventional and renewable power, and he has been involved in some of the region’s largest energy deals. He was recognized by Chambers as an Up-and-Coming Individual in the Energy and Natural Resources (International) category for 2025.
About the Chairperson
Mr. Chris Rudland - Senior Commercial Manager, Leighton Asia; Council Member, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)
Chris is a Senior Commercial Manager with Leighton Asia, currently working on a major infrastructure project in Singapore. Prior to this, he spent several years in consulting, advising on claims, project controls, and working on quantum expert witness commissions. Chris has experience in construction projects throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, North America and the Middle East. This experience includes working directly with JV partners on infrastructure projects, as well as advising contractors and clients on disputes involving JV partners/consortiums. Chris has been a Council Member of the Society of Construction Law (Singapore) since 2022.
REGISTRATION CLOSING DATE: 8 October 2025
FEES (includes materials, if any)
SCL (Singapore) Members - S$50.00
Guests of SCL(S) Members - S$90.00
Members of international SCLs - S$90.00
Members of:
- Asia Pacific Institute of Experts (APIEx)
- Association of Women in Construction (Singapore) (AWiCS)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Singapore) Ltd (CIArb)
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Lighthouse Club (Singapore) (Lighthouse)
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Singapore Contractors Association Ltd (SCAL)
- Singapore Institute of Arbitrators (SIArb)
- Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA)
- Singapore Institute of Building Ltd (SIBL)
- Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV)
- Society of Project Managers (SPM)
- Tunneling and Underground Construction Society (Singapore (TUCSS)
Full Time Students & Faculty of NUS Faculty of Law - S$90.00
Others - S$120.00
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