Maurice Cheong

About Maurice

Since 1998, Maurice has built a distinguished legal practice, earning a reputation for delivering strategic and effective legal solutions across multiple industries. His extensive experience, deep industry knowledge, and client-centric approach make him a trusted advisor to corporations, statutory boards, and government agencies.

Intellectual Property Law

Maurice is a seasoned expert in intellectual property (IP) law, handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. He has successfully represented clients in trade mark, copyright, and patent disputes in the High Court. His work includes advising on IP transactions, technology development and transfers, licensing agreements, and IP management strategies to safeguard and commercialize valuable intellectual assets.

Media, Technology, Advertising & Telecommunications Law

Maurice provides legal guidance on media and advertising regulations, broadcasting rights, content licensing, and online defamation issues. He has advised statutory boards and media corporations on significant transactions, including film production, screen festivals, and event acquisitions. Additionally, he has offered counsel to the government on the Code of Practice for Market Conduct in Media Services.

In the area of technology law, Maurice advises on contracts and manages disputes related to technology development and services, data centers, e-commerce, cloud computing, and compliance with personal data cybersecurity regulations.

He is also a trusted advisor in telecommunications law, offering regulatory guidance and support on telecom software development and supply contracts for major industry players.

Government & Statutory Board Representation

Maurice is highly sought after by government agencies and statutory boards, representing them in commercial contracts, intellectual property enforcement, regulatory compliance, grant-related disputes, judicial review matters, disciplinary proceedings, and other legal services.

Medical Law & Ethics

A long-standing panel lawyer for the UK Medical Protection Society since 2001, Maurice represents medical professionals in civil and disciplinary proceedings. He advises on medical ethics, professional conduct, and regulatory compliance.

Litigation & Commercial Law

With vast courtroom experience, Maurice has successfully represented clients in complex contractual, commercial, and corporate disputes. His strategic litigation approach ensures that businesses and institutions achieve the best possible legal outcomes.

Your Trusted Legal Partner

Maurice’s expertise, dedication, and results-driven approach make him a formidable legal partner. Whether navigating intricate legal frameworks, managing high-stakes litigation, or advising on regulatory compliance, he provides tailored, practical solutions to meet every client’s needs.

Case Highlights

Counsel to Government Agencies & Statutory Boards

Maurice has been appointed to provide legal services to statutory boards and government-linked entities on various matters including commercial contracts, software development agreements and disputes, research development & collaboration agreements, technology transfers, licence agreements, intellectual property management,  intellectual property enforcement, breach of grant claims, privacy law, disciplinary proceedings, public procurement advisory, court proceedings, judicial review, debt recovery, and regulatory enforcement. 

He advises and represents several key organizations, including the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation, Infocomm Media Development Authority, Government Technology Agency, Institute of Technical Education, Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board, Singapore Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Institute of Technology, Enterprise Singapore, Singapore Corporation of Rehabilitative Enterprises, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, Land Transport Authority, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore, National Arts Council, National Heritage Board, Science Centre Board, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Health Promotion Board, SkillsFuture Singapore Agency, National Parks Board, Workforce Singapore Agency, Professional Engineers Board, and Singapore Food Agency.

Litigation and High Court Cases

Maurice has extensive experience representing clients in court proceedings related to contractual, commercial, and corporate disputes. 

Some of his recent notable cases in the High Court include:

• Currently representing a statutory board in High Court Originating Claim No. 859 of 2023 concerning a breach of a grant agreement, with a claim amounting to $6 million.

• Successfully represented a statutory board in High Court Suit No. 718 of 2021 to recover a grant clawback of $700,000 and defended against a wrongful termination claim totaling $1.4 million.

• Successfully represented a statutory board in High Court Originating Claim No. 21 of 2024.

• Defended a registered medical practitioner in High Court Suit No. 151 of 2018 against a medical negligence claim brought by the husband of a deceased patient.

• Represented a major toy manufacturer in a copyright claim against a seller of counterfeit products in High Court Suit No. 193 of 2018.

• Defended a registered medical practitioner against a claim for medical negligence from the estate of a deceased patient in High Court Suit No. 250 of 2015.

• Successfully represented a client in resisting his former spouse’s multi-million-dollar claim for the division of his company’s assets in Divorce Suit 2266 of 2011.

• Represented a defendant in a trademark infringement and passing off case in High Court Suit No. 34 of 2013.

• Represented a registered patent proprietor in a patent infringement claim against a defendant in High Court Suit No. 470 of 2012.

• Successfully represented a copyright owner in a claim for copyright infringement and breach of confidential information in High Court Suit No. 450 of 2011.

Appointments & Professional Engagements

Maurice has been recognized for his legal expertise and contributions to the profession through several key appointments:

• Honorary Legal Advisor, College of Family Physicians Singapore (Since 2014)
  Providing legal guidance on medico-legal matters, professional ethics, and regulatory compliance.

• Member, Medico-Legal Society of Singapore
  Actively engaged in discussions on legal and ethical issues affecting the medical profession.

• Member, Law Society of Singapore’s Inquiry Panel (Since 2016)
  Reviewing and assessing complaints against legal practitioners to uphold professional integrity and ethical standards.

• Chairman, Inquiry Committees (2019 – 2024)
  Leading disciplinary inquiries into professional conduct matters within the legal industry.

• Member, Continuing Professional Development Compliance Committee, Singapore Institute of Legal Education (Since 2021)
  Overseeing and ensuring compliance with professional development requirements for legal practitioners in Singapore.

• Consultant, Intellectual Property Legal & Business Clinic, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore
  Advising businesses and individuals on intellectual property rights, strategy, and enforcement.

Maurice’s leadership in these roles underscores his commitment to legal excellence, professional ethics, and the continuous advancement of the legal and medical communities.