Tan Cheng Han Re-appointed President of Law Society of Singapore
Senior counsel Tan Cheng Han retains leadership role within the 21-member legal council.
1Leadership Continuity Confirmed
Senior counsel Tan Cheng Han has been officially re-appointed as the president of the Law Society of Singapore. This decision ensures continuity in the organization's leadership, with Daniel Koh Choon Guan and Dinesh Singh Dhillon continuing their roles as vice-presidents. The announcement was formally released by the society on November 10.
2Council Composition Changes
The 21-member council features several key appointments, including Remy Choo Zheng Xi as the new treasurer. Law Minister Edwin Tong exercised his authority under the Legal Profession Act to appoint Blossom Hing Shan Shan, Nicholas Jeyaraj Narayanan, and Dinesh Singh Dhillon to the council, maintaining their presence from the previous term.
3Strategic Co-opted Members
In addition to elected and minister-appointed members, the council has co-opted Lim Seng Siew, Sarah Peggy Yee May Kuen, and Joseph Liow Wang Wu. These individuals were already serving on the current council, ensuring that the body retains experienced members who are familiar with the society's ongoing regulatory and professional objectives.
4Commitment to Legal Standards
Following his re-appointment, Tan Cheng Han expressed gratitude to his fellow council members for their continued trust. He publicly pledged to advance the rule of law and protect the interests of the legal profession. His stated focus remains on maintaining high standards for all practitioners within the Singaporean legal community.
5Historical Leadership Context
Tan first assumed the presidency in 2026 after a transition period involving Dinesh Singh Dhillon. Dhillon had originally been elected as president-elect for that year but stepped aside in December 2025. This change followed internal discussions regarding the eligibility of council members for the top leadership position within the professional body.
6Governance Rule Amendments
The leadership transition was marked by a significant change in the society's internal governance. The council amended a clause in its consent resolution to mandate that the president must be an elected member of the 21-person council. This adjustment addressed previous concerns regarding the appointment of unelected members to the presidency.
7New Council Members
The 2027 council roster introduces four new members: senior counsel Jimmy Yim, Debby Lim, Foo Hsien Weng, and Siddartha Bodi. They join a group of twelve other members, including Samuel Chacko, Ramesh Selvaraj, and Christine Low Ying Li, who collectively oversee the professional interests of lawyers operating within the Singaporean jurisdiction.
8Future Regulatory Outlook
The Law Society of Singapore continues to navigate complex professional requirements under the Legal Profession Act. With a stable council structure now in place, the organization aims to focus on its core mission of supporting legal practitioners. Observers will monitor how this specific leadership configuration influences future policy decisions and professional standards.