: She was officially admitted as an advocate and solicitor in Singapore in 2016.
Partner at Clifford Chance LLP
Associate and Senior Associate at (2017–2022).
Beyond the courtroom, Claudia Khoo has emerged as a public authority on a topic that affects many Singaporeans: personal bankruptcy. In July 2024, she appeared as a featured guest on the CNA podcast "Money Talks," hosted by Andrea Heng.
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: Concentrates primarily on banking and finance litigation, personal and corporate restructuring, debt enforcement, and commercial breach of trust disputes.
: Representing corporate entities, liquidators, and regulatory bodies before Singapore courts and arbitration tribunals. Notable Case Portfolio
Defended a tier-one local financial institution against a complex asset-tracing and conspiracy network involving multiple international jurisdictions. Thought Leadership and Public Discourse
Her legal practice bridges complex financial advisory with high-stakes courtroom representation. She regularly works alongside accounting firms, insurance conglomerates, and regulatory bodies such as the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). : She was officially admitted as an advocate
represents the "human" side of high finance. Her exclusive insights into bankruptcy for CNA did not treat the bankrupt as a statistic. She viewed them as a person negotiating debt, dealing with family expenses, and trying to save a business. She told listeners to evaluate if a "white knight" investor could save the deal, approaching the creditor not with fear, but with a business plan. This is a softer, smarter approach to litigation that is rarely discussed in law school textbooks.
Her notable case experience includes representing major local banks in complex, cross-border fraud and conspiracy disputes. She has also been involved in acting for leading accounting firms in high-profile liquidations, including cases involving assets and liabilities exceeding S$1 billion. Contributions to the Legal Community
Claudia joined the prestigious Shook Lin & Bok LLP in 2017. Her dedication and expertise led to a rapid rise within the firm, progressing from an Associate to a Senior Associate, and eventually becoming a Partner in 2022.
Legal directories consistently note that she advises banks and financial institutions in Singapore on a broad range of banking facilities and security documentation, and she is the go-to counsel for asset recovery and debt realization. Her involvement in high-stakes cases is well documented; recently, she acted for a major bank in a significant matter alongside her partners, showcasing the trust that blue-chip clients place in her judgment. In July 2024, she appeared as a featured
Beyond her case work, she contributes to legal literature on insolvency, regulatory, and ESG topics, offering analysis on issues like bank discretion.
Acting for private trustees to set aside creditor claims involving voiding equitable mortgages and transactions at undervalue.
(whose historical legal directory listings include the full name Claudia Marianne Frankie Khoo ) is a prominent partner at Shook Lin & Bok LLP , one of Singapore's premier full-service law firms. Specializing in banking and finance-related litigation, insolvency and restructuring, and general commercial litigation , she has established herself as a trusted advocate for leading local and international financial institutions. Recognized by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a notable practitioner, her career reflects the rigorous evolution required to succeed in Singapore's highly competitive legal landscape. Professional Profile and Background