Kay-Jannes Wegner Joins Jones Day In Singapore As Cross-Border Disputes Partner

Kay-Jannes Wegner Joins Jones Day in Singapore as Cross-Border Disputes Partner

Kay-Jannes Wegner has joined Jones Day as a partner in its Global Disputes Practice, based in the Firm’s Singapore office.

Mr. Wegner brings extensive experience representing clients in cross-border disputes across Asia and worldwide, covering sectors such as construction, energy, infrastructure, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals. Alongside his counsel work under the rules of major arbitration institutions, he has also sat as an arbitrator in international disputes. Over his 25-year legal career, Mr. Wegner has practiced in London, Seoul, and Singapore.

Sion Richards, leader of Jones Day’s Global Disputes Practice, said, “Kay-Jannes is widely regarded as a market-leading figure in international arbitration, both in Asia and globally, and is both civil and common law qualified. His extensive experience across major arbitral institutions, combined with dual qualifications, makes him exceptionally well-placed to advise our clients and highly sought after as both counsel and arbitrator. His track record includes leading multijurisdictional teams in disputes exceeding US$500 million; managing complex technical and legal issues in construction, energy, and other commercial projects; and securing landmark victories in arbitration and parallel litigation. I am delighted to welcome him to Jones Day.”

At Jones Day, Mr. Wegner joins an integrated team of more than 200 Global Disputes lawyers across all major business centers, advising clients on resolving high-value business disputes wherever they arise. He will work with colleagues globally to handle both litigation and arbitration in some of the world’s most complex jurisdictions.

Sushma Jobanputra, Partner-in-Charge of Jones Day’s Singapore office, said, “Kay-Jannes is a respected disputes lawyer across Asia and his diverse commercial arbitration experience includes jurisdictions spanning Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States. Singapore has firmly established itself as a premier center for international dispute resolution. We are pleased to welcome Kay-Jannes to our team—a strategic addition who enhances our depth and capability in both litigation and arbitration. His experience will further strengthen our ability to support clients in resolving complex cross-border disputes efficiently and effectively.”

Mr. Wegner is recognized for his expertise by Chambers Global, Chambers Asia Pacific (Leading Individual — Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore), The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (Leading Individual — International Arbitration, Singapore), and Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific (Litigation Star — International Arbitration, Singapore).

Mr. Wegner earned his law degrees from the University of Wurzburg and the University of Cologne.

Kay-Jannes Wegner said, “Jones Day’s Global Disputes Practice has built an excellent reputation for its elite lawyers worldwide who focus on litigation and arbitration. Their dedication to providing clients with a truly integrated approach for resolving matters before tribunals and courts in multiple jurisdictions was a compelling factor in my decision to join the Firm. I look forward to working with my new colleagues in Singapore and around the world.”

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