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Edric Pan

Deputy Managing Partner

Edric Pan

Deputy Managing Partner

“Edric is a highly responsive individual and an excellent team leader. He is very meticulous and adept at the law and procedure.” – Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024

“Edric Pan is an experienced litigator who commands respect from opposing counsel and the court along with a wealth of knowledge of Singapore law.” – The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, 2023

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“Edric is a highly responsive individual and an excellent team leader. He is very meticulous and adept at the law and procedure.” – Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024

“Edric Pan is an experienced litigator who commands respect from opposing counsel and the court along with a wealth of knowledge of Singapore law.” – The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, 2023

Edric Pan is the Joint Deputy Managing Partner of Dentons Rodyk, and is a Senior Partner in Dentons Rodyk’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution and Arbitration practice groups. He heads the firm’s Aviation practice, and co-heads its Employment and Insurance practices.

Edric is a highly experienced litigator, having handled a wide range of civil and commercial disputes work, including international commercial disputes, actions relating to breaches of directors' and fiduciary duties, multi-million dollar insurance claims, employment disputes, professional negligence, aviation claims, construction related disputes, and professional disciplinary proceedings. In over 25 years of litigation practice, Edric has been involved in many high profile matters and has successfully acted for clients up to the Court of Appeal, Singapore’s highest court.

In the Insurance space, Edric specialises in claims defence work. He is especially recognised for his work in the professional negligence field, and is frequently instructed to act for lawyers, accountants, financial advisors, engineers, and other professionals in professional negligence claims. He also handles a wide range of other matters relating to all manner of insured losses spanning D&O, business interruption, property damage, personal injuries, aviation disaster claims and others. He served for many years as the Vice-Chair of the Law Society’s Professional Indemnity committee. Edric also regularly advises and acts for insurers on policy coverage issues.

On the Employment front, Edric regularly advises and represents parties in non-compete and wrongful termination disputes, among others.

Edric has delivered workshops and seminars on employment law and insurance law, among others. He also co-authored a chapter in the Employment Law volume of Halsbury's Laws of Singapore.

Outside of practice, Edric sits on the Committee for Private Education.

Experience

Lufthansa Technik: Advising on contractual drafting and negotiations with the government of a Southeast Asian nation in relation to the outfitting of a new airliner for use by the country’s head of state and his family.
A Singapore company and its CEO: Acting in defence of an US$230 million claim for alleged fraudulent misrepresentations and conspiracy in relation to certain investments made by the plaintiff into the client’s parent company (a major Thai listed company). The matter also involved proceedings in numerous other jurisdictions – the British Virgin Islands, Thailand, Cyprus and Cambodia.
A firm of consultant engineers:Acting for the clients in relation to a S$18 million High Court claim brought by the Singapore government arising from a failed construction project.
Confidential Client: Acting for the client in arbitration proceedings to resist a US$5 million claim by an aircraft management company for alleged wrongful termination, and to prosecute a counterclaim against the aircraft management company in fraud and breach of contract.
A multinational heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) manufacturer: Acting in arbitration proceedings in Shanghai under the CIETAC Rules against a Chinese state-owned entity, for breach of contract in respect of a major order of HVAC equipment for offshore rigs.
Energy Market Company (EMC): Acting for the operator of Singapore’s wholesale electricity market, in respect of a claim brought by EMC’s former general counsel for alleged misrepresentation and breaches of her employment contract. The matter was contested up to the Court of Appeal, where a decisive ruling in EMC’s favour was obtained.
A leading global concierge services provider: Acting in High Court proceedings against a market competitor as well as a former high-level employee of the client in respect of breaches of non-compete and non-solicit covenants, unlawful copying and misuse of confidential information, inducement of breach of contract, and conspiracy to injure.
A major international insurance broker: Acting in High Court proceedings against two former high-level employees and directors of the client’s Trade Credit team, who had left to join a competitor and who had poached other members of their team, as well as a large number of clients. The claims were founded in conspiracy, breaches of non-compete obligations, breaches of duties of fiduciary duties and duties of trust and confidence, and breaches of confidentiality.
A global advertising agency: Acting in defence of a claim brought by a market competitor for alleged inducement of breaches of contract arising from the employment by the client of a former employee of the market competitor.
A building systems and solutions company: Acting in High Court proceedings against the client’s former Managing Director for damages arising from breaches of director’s and fiduciary duties, breaches of duties under the Companies Act, and for recovery of unauthorised salary and benefits which he had received over the course of several years.
Singapore Tourism Board (STB): Acting against a well-known UK-based concert organiser in respect of the failure by the latter to organise what was to have been Singapore's largest-ever entertainment and musical event. Among other things the STB sought damages for breach of contract and an account of several million dollars in funds which had been paid to the concert organiser towards the event but which had been misused. Issues involved included breach of contract, trust, misrepresentation and lifting of the corporate veil. After a full trial in the High Court, judgment was returned in favour of the STB, and this was upheld by the Court of Appeal.
Several international fund management companies: Acting in a lawsuit against an Indonesian company and its shareholders, seeking payment of the sum of about US$30 million. Issues involved include forum non conveniens, force majeure, collateral undertakings and validity of service of process.
A Singapore telco and cable television company: Acting in an action brought by a rival telco arising from the alleged "tapping" of signals from leased optical fibre cables. Issues arising in this matter included determining the basis of assessment of damages where the losses suffered were punitive in nature and hence not directly quantifiable.
A subsidiary of an Indonesian group of companies: Acting in a massive cross-border claim for over US$200 million by several US-based funds, arising from one of the largest bond defaults in history. This matter involved complex issues of conflict of law, res judicata and fraud.
A major IT solutions provider: Acting in a claim against a local university for breach of contract, arising from the failure of a multi million dollar project to create and implement a campus-wide IT and data management system.
Law Society: Acting for the Law Society on several occasions in Disciplinary Committee proceedings against solicitors, in respect of breaches of professional duty under the Legal Profession Act.

Recognition

"Edric is a superb lawyer who has demonstrated remarkable skill, professionalism, and dedication in his practice. Not only is he knowledgeable and strategic, but he is also compassionate and supportive. He truly deserves this recognition.” – Asia Business Law Journal, 2024
"Edric is an outstanding lawyer with an eye for detail. He is extremely efficient and possesses a commercially realistic approach. He is always available to answer questions and provides unwavering support to his clients, regardless of the time of day.” – Asia Business Law Journal, 2024
“Edric's demeanour and character not only inspire confidence but also reinforce my unwavering trust in his profound legal acumen and capabilities. He possesses an unparalleled ability to attentively listen and skillfully articulate the core of my thoughts, elevating the communication of complex legal matters to a level of clarity that is truly exceptional. His prowess in understanding and conveying intricate legal nuances sets him apart as a deserving candidate for this prestigious recognition.” – Asia Business Law Journal, 2024
“Edric is a strategically sound lawyer who is able to provide clear and concise advice in an efficient manner” – Who’s Who Legal: Professional Negligence, 2023
“Delivers thorough and well-thought through advice. Skilled and experience in areas of law pertaining to insurance and insurance-related litigation. Works efficiently, understands clients’ concerns. Strategic thinker, flexible in the area of costs. Consistently delivers work of high quality, which fosters coincidence and trust.” – Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific, 2024
“Friendly, calm, prompt; he knows his stuff and knows the insurance industry well.” – Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific, 2023
"Edric has good knowledge of the law.” – Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024
“I really appreciate the way in which Edric approaches his work in a methodical and detailed manner. He takes ownership of the matters. His explanation of the case is always simple enough for a layman to understand.” – Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2023
“He knows the space very well. He knows what we're talking about and understands our specific position as insurance brokers. Edric is practical, solution-oriented, and helps us understand how the advice is applicable.” – Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2023
“Dentons Rodyk’s team, led by Edric Pan, provides an ‘excellent quality of service’.” – The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, 2017
“Asked to sum up the service provided by Rodyk & Davidson's dispute resolution team, one client says: 'Good rates, good advice, commercially sound, very helpful'... Edric Pan has also been particularly active in the sector.” – Asialaw, 2012
Asian Business Law Journal: Recognised as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Singapore, 2023 – 2025
Benchmark Litigation APAC: Recognised as a Litigation Star for Commercial and Transactions, 2023 – 2025
Best Lawyers in Singapore: Recognised in the areas of Arbitration and Mediation, 2025 - 2026
Best Lawyers in Singapore: Recognised in the areas of Arbitration and Mediation, Litigation, 2024
Best Lawyers in Singapore: Recognised in the area of Litigation, 2022
Who’s Who Legal: Recognised as a Global Elite Thought Leader in the area of Professional Negligence, 2023
Asialaw Leading Lawyers: Ranked as Notable Practitioner for Insurance, 2023 - 2024
Chambers Asia-Pacific: Recognised as Leading Individual for Insurance, 2023 - 2025
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific: Recognised as Recommended Lawyer in Insurance: Local Firms and Labour and Employment: Local Firms, 2025
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific: Recognised as Leading Individual for Insurance – Local Firms, 2024 - 2025
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific: Recognised as key lawyer in the area of Dispute Resolution, 2024 - 2025
Lexology Index (formerly Who's Who Legal): Recognised as a Global Elite Thought Leader for Professional Negligence, 2023 - 2024
Lexology Index (formerly Who's Who Legal): Recognised as a Global Leader in Professional Negligence, 2022
Acritas: Recognised as an Acritas Star – independently rated lawyer, 2019 – 2021

In the Media

“Singapore’s legal sector embraces AI to enhance services,” Singapore Business Review, 20 November 2023
“Beware of cheating travel insurance and being sent to jail,” LHZB, September 11, 2022
“Work injury Compensation Act could be first of several painful but crucial gig worker reforms,” The Business Times, August 17, 2022
“Phuket resort can claim insurance payouts for Covid-19 lockdown losses: High Court,” The Straits Times, May 18, 2022

Insights

"Flexible work arrangements – next steps for employers (Japanese)," Dentons Rodyk Reporter Issue 05 (2024)
"Flexible work arrangements – next steps for employers," Dentons Rodyk Reporter Issue 04 (2024)
"Singapore Employment Act Amendments: Expanding coverage to professionals, managers and executives while tightening rules on hiring foreigners,” Dentons Rodyk Reporter Issue 02 (2018), March 2018
"Halsbury's Laws of Singapore - Employment," chapter 10 vol. 9 2011 ed. reissue
“Bullen & Leake & Jacob’s Singapore Precedents of Pleadings,” Sweet & Maxwell, 2016
"Court Of Appeal Upholds Rare Decision To Pierce Corporate Veil," Rodyk Reporter - Litigation Brief, March 2009
"The Singapore Court Of Appeal Reviews Three Rivers No. 5," Rodyk Reporter - Litigation Brief, June 2007
"Rodyk Secures Significant Court Of Appeal Ruling In Minority Oppression Case," Rodyk Reporter - Litigation Brief, December 2006

Activities and Affiliations

Presentations

Seminar on Navigating Employment Disputes, 24 April 2024
Seminar on Changes to the Employment Act, 15 March 2019
Seminar on issues relating to Personal Injury Claims, 6 June 2019
Seminar on Employment Law Issues and changes to the Employment Act, 3 September 2019
Seminar on Professional Indemnity Insurance and Directors’ & Officers’ Liability Insurance, 20 August 2018
Common Issues under Singapore Employment Law, including Non-Compete issues, March 11, 2016
Seminar on Issues Affecting the MRO Aviation Industry - Providing Services Outside Singapore, March 26, 2012
Seminar on Issues Affecting the MRO Aviation Industry - Choice of Law and Dispute Resolution Forums, March 19, 2012
Developments in Air Law - Claims Against Airlines, July 15, 2011
Essentials Of Contracts, July 31, 2008
General And Practical Overview On Contracts, November 15, 2005

Prior and Present Employment

Senior Partner - Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP (formerly Rodyk & Davidson LLP), 2005 - present
Ang & Partners, 2004 - 2005
Rajah & Tann, 1998 - 2004

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