David CHEE

David CHEE is a Partner in the Private Wealth and Middle East Practices. He advises clients on all aspects of wealth and succession planning (which includes wills, trusts, tax, family offices and philanthropy). David was called to the bar in 2004 and apart from legal practice, he has also worked as an in-house counsel in trust companies and as a wealth planner in private banks. Having spent almost 20 years in the wealth management industry, David has deep industry insight and a strong network with industry participants.

In the private wealth space, David works with and advises high-net-worth clients on all aspects of their wealth and succession planning needs such as wealth transfer strategies from one generation to another, asset protection and preservation, family business succession, family governance, structured philanthropy and the establishment of family offices.

In the area of trusts, David also advises trustees on various matters related to trust business, such as regulatory requirements, fiduciary risk and obligations and the administration of trusts and estates. Apart from private trusts, David also advises on the use of trusts in other areas such as charity, investments, debt restructuring, employee benefit programs, environmental restoration and rehabilitation projects.

In his charity and philanthropy practice, David advises on the establishment, governance and administration of charities and other non-profit or philanthropic entities.

David is an active speaker and trainer on topics relating to his areas of practice.

David is a member of the Law Society of Singapore and the Singapore Academy of Law. He serves on the boards of a non-profit organisation and an Institution of Public Character.