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WHO WE ARE

OUR MISSION SIMPLIFIED

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WE ARE

OUR MISSION SIMPLIFIED

Empower  |  Experience  |  Effective


VANILLALAWTM

We are a boutique law firm with more than 25 years of experience developing solutions for the knowledge based small, medium enterprises (SMEs)

Our unique solutions are designed to assist the business owners manage the risks to profits.

All our services are specially tailored to be PLAIN AND SIMPLE. We are conveniently reached and our Biz Friend will always be on hand to assist you.

Our Origin Story

We began our journey as a law firm more than 25 years ago and have since served over 1000 SMEs

By providing legal advice that is pragmatic and cost effective, we want to help you #makelawyourfriend, sothat you can grab hold of every opportunity to take your business to the next level

We use innovative processes and legal technology to improve traditonal legal services. Our dedicated business platform, GoSMETM, provides a hollistic and business-centric approach to legal strategies.”

Our Founder

Hear exclusively from our Founder, Mark Goh

LEARN MORE ABOUT MARK GOH

A Special Mention

Tech for more productive interaction with clients: A good example is VanillaLaw® Docs, an interactive web-based platform created by Singapore law firm, VanillaLaw® LLC. VanillaLaw® LLC developed their own online contract template which, when used together with this platform, allows their clients to insert relevant information to prepare the first draft of legal documents.

The law firm reviews this and focuses on issues requiring legal advice and drafting amendments. The end product is still cleared by qualified lawyers but this technology enabled process cuts down the need for multiple or long meetings to take instructions. This saves time and costs for firm and clients.

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Tech for more productive interaction with clients: A good example is VanillaLaw™ Docs, an interactive web-based platform created by Singapore law firm, VanillaLaw™ LLC. VanillaLaw™ LLC developed their own online contract template which, when used together with this platform, allows their clients to insert relevant information to prepare the first draft of legal documents.

The law firm reviews this and focuses on issues requiring legal advice and drafting amendments. The end product is still cleared by qualified lawyers but this technology enabled process cuts down the need for multiple or long meetings to take instructions. This saves time and costs for firm and clients.

Indranee Rajah S.C., Senior Minister Of State For Law

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(16 May 2017)

Indranee Rajah S.C., Senior Minister Of State For Law
(16 May 2017)

EDB Connections Concierge

We are very honoured to be selected as the only boutique law firm to participate in Singapore’s Economic Development Board’s (EDB) initiative – EDB Connections Concierge.

This online service helps new businesses and tech companies connect with EDB’s curated network of business partners.

EDB Connection Concierge

Hear From Our Clients

It was great working with the team. They were commercial minded and gave us the legal advice candidly, while always keeping the ultimate goal of closing the deal in sight. We would work with them anytime!

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Foo Chih Yuen
Finance Officer (for a successful merger and acquisition)
Image Engine Pte Ltd

Working with the VanillaLaw® and the GoSME teams has been a great experience. Not only did we tackle my legal needs, but we also worked on the business side of things. It was very effective and informative, working with a legal and a business team and seeing how law and business intersects – I really learned a lot.

Balli Singh
Founder
BFit

Having the support of both the business and legal teams as I planned my business was a crucial element to ensuring I got off on the right foot. Through their advice and experience, we were able to properly assess the legitimacy of certain partnerships, and successfully steered clear of some red flags.

The seamless teamwork and the level of professionalism is something I deeply appreciate. It is clear that the teams at GoSME and VanillaLaw® are passionate and sincere about their goal to support SMEs.

Dr. Jessherin Sidhu
Medical Practitioner / Founder
Insync Medical

I am very happy to have met Mark & Boon Gan. This is the first time I meet lawyers who are so open with NO hidden agenda. Boon Gan…Amazing Guy! He brainstormed there and then with Mark.

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Dennis Ong
Founder
Suites International

We had a matter which went on to the mediation platform. The law firm assisted us to reach a prompt and fair settlement. The outcome of the mediation had a very positive effect on our company. The law firm handled our case in an extremely competent and professional manner.

Patrick Tan
Assistant General Manager
Sodexo Kim Yew Pte Ltd

Mark is amazing. Very hands-on. Also Tomoka-san is great!

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Fumiya Nakajima
Managing Director
GMO Research Pte Ltd

Ours was a unique, probably first-of-its-kind, case in Singapore. Words cannot describe my gratitude to you for your wisdom and discernment as you fought for me during the process of justice culminating in the court mediation. Thank you once again.

Dr. Ho Ting Fei
Medical Practitioner
International Child & Adolescent Clinic

Really helpful and friendly! Would definitely work with them more for the next engagements.

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Gen Chia
Co-Founder
Sailing Star Pte Ltd

Finding out facts, looking into clauses of the contract and how to argue. Overall very helpful advice. All questions clarified. Feel ready to go to court. Thank you very much.

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Yoko Hasui
Sales and Marketing Executive

Contracts are drafted to prepare a business owner for the worst case scenario. If that happens, you become vulnerable… and can potentially ruin the business. VanillaLaw® Docs is aimed at helping SMEs who cannot afford in-house lawyers.

Andrew Sng
Managing Director
Decision Precision International Pte Ltd

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Minoru Kuwata
Waseda Singapore Pte Ltd

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Ong Maie Ling
The Institute & Research For Harmony

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Jason Ong & Fiona Lim
Founders
Posh Pups LLP

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Alex Tang
Managing Director
TYC Construction Engineering Pte Ltd

We had a litigation suit. The law firm helped us settle it and it was a job well done. I will return to the firm for their services for corporate advisory and contract management services

Jennifer Tan
Director
Sing Wang Motor & Credit Pte Ltd

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Martin Chan Wing Sing

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Ming Shen

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Aiko Miyamoto

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Liew Chee Kong
Managing Director
Elmet Engineering Pte Ltd

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Taro Tezuka

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Yashushi Itakura
Sumitomo Pharmaceuticals Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

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Tomomi Miyake

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Yuki Matsuda
Peace Boat

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Ryutaro Miyamoto
Blue Life Creation Pte Ltd

They listened to me very kindly and helpfully.
Thank you very much.

Dr Hiromi Higurashi

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Jake Lee
Loong Foo Pte Ltd

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Yamamoto Shohei

Efficient Process

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Violet Chan S C

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Desmond Woo

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Samuel Teo, Chia Xue Ung, Kelly Chin and Kef Tan
d'Phenomenal Pte Ltd

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Betty Boey

After consult by Mark Goh we have a very clear direction

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Woon Kai Wen
Synchong Hoe Piping Sdn Bhd

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Misa Shimamura

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Violet Lau
The Japanese School Singapore

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Yoichiro Ushioda

I like the fast responses and personal touch. They are direct and respectful at the same time. Good experience so far

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Jyo

I am grateful for you dedicated support

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Takahashi Hajime
Lifebrandz

Our Clients

Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung Ltd
Raw Technologies
Seeds Learning Group
Terumo Asia Holdings
Zim Logistics
Star Shipping
BFit
Opengear
Sailing Star
Sumitomo Pharmaceuticals Asia Pacfiic
Arvato Digital Services
Go Green Holdings
GMO Research
Han's (F & B)
I-Can Read
Sodexo Kim Yew
Blue Life Creation
HG Metal Manufacturing Ltd
K2 Specialist Service
Daimler Financial Management
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
Insync Medical

Our
Initiatives

GoSMETM

Launched in 2018, GoSMETM is a digital community that helps SMEs integrate the 5 basic business functions to transform them for the digital future and reach customers, investors and resources globally.

VanillaLaw® Docs

VanillaLaw® Docs was the brainchild of our founder, Mark Goh.

It was developed in 2014 as a means to enable and empower the business owners to be able to prepare affordable commercial agreements

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Meet the Teams

Introducing the individuals who are passionate to serve you

the Legal Team

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Our Best Reads

"FREE-DOM"​ To Contract, A SME Perspective
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"FREE-DOM"​ To Contract, A SME Perspective

By Mark Goh
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In law the common parlance “FREEDOM TO CONTRACT” means that the Courts will be slow to impose its interpretation about the intentions of parties in a contract, unless the contract is vague. The policy consideration behind this, is to promote commerce. In essence, businesses are encouraged to contr...

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The Value Of The Business
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The Value Of The Business

Why do diamonds cost more than water? This was the question posed by Adam Smith when he observed that water is actually more essential to our life than a useless piece of diamond, yet a diamond will always cost more than water. The answer lies in what economist call THE VALUE OF THE BUSINESS. ...

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What 2 UK Creative Businesses Taught me
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What 2 UK Creative Businesses Taught me

By Mark Goh

The year was sometime in the late 1990s. I met 2 business oufits from the UK. They are not your usual large companies, but had less than 10 people with presence both in Europe and Asia. Mr. James Park, is the founder of design powerhouse called JPA Design. They started as a husband and wife team. D...

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What Does “Structuring” A Deal Mean?
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What Does “Structuring” A Deal Mean?

By Mark Goh

Raise your hand if you’ve recently heard someone say that their company’s valuation rose to hundreds of millions of dollars by managing to secure “series A” investors. Keep your arm up if you know what that means. If your hand is no longer in the air, don’t worry - unless a lawyer takes the time to...

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Why Startups Need Lawyers, Not Legal Templates
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Why Startups Need Lawyers, Not Legal Templates

Ask any entrepreneur who is in the early stages of funding their business about their priorities. There’s no doubt that funding, growth, and product development will be among them (plus caffeine, of course!). Somewhere at the bottom of their priority list will be all their legal matters. This is u...

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How Do You Choose The Best Structure For Your Business?
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How Do You Choose The Best Structure For Your Business?

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Find out how to select the structure that suits your business best Many SME owners neglect the importance of choosing the right structure, not realising that it will impact many aspects of their business: personal liability, intellectual property protection, borrowing ability and more. Whether y...

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5 Common Legal Mistakes That Small Business Owners Make
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5 Common Legal Mistakes That Small Business Owners Make

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Most local business owners are not doing enough to mitigate legal risks – find out more about the most common legal mistakes and how to avoid them. Many business owners in Asia tend to neglect legal risks when it comes to operating their companies – mostly due to superstition or plain oversight. ...

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Singapore: The Breakdown
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Singapore: The Breakdown

By Mark Goh
3 min read

Singapore originated and continues to stay true to its origins as a multicultural society with its numerous races and religions. When you have plans to bring your business overseas, it is always important to have some basic information about the country you intend to go to. Here...

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The Power Of Collaboration
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The Power Of Collaboration

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If you rifle through a box of Lego blocks, you will find pieces with different stud configurations and colours. On their own they bear little meaning or context. However, if you are suitably skilled, these little blocks can be combined to make fantastic works of architecture. Small businesses ar...

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Why Is Our Law Firm Named After An Ice Cream Flavour?
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Why Is Our Law Firm Named After An Ice Cream Flavour?

By Mark Goh
3 min read

VANILLA = PLAIN & SIMPLE Prior to the present name of the law firm, my firm was called “MG Chambers”. Then in 2013, I decided I needed a name change. Many people have asked me why I chose the name  “VanillaLaw”. It has nothing to do with ice cream flavour and more to do with being “Plain an...

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250 North Bridge Road
#14-01 Raffles City Towers
Singapore 179101

Registered Address 
20 Collyer Quay
#23-01
Singapore 039419

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