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Andrew PHANG is a Distinguished Professor of Law at the Yong Pung How School of Law, Singapore Management University (SMU), and currently serves as a Senior Judge of the Supreme Court of Singapore. He holds advanced degrees including an LLB (First Class Honours) from the National University of Singapore (1982), LLM (1984), and SJD (1988) from Harvard Law School. His academic career includes roles such as Senior Counsel and contributions to legal education and scholarship.
Professor PHANG’s research focuses on Contract Law, Tort Law, Law of Unjust Enrichment, and Jurisprudence. His recent work explores theories of adjudication, comparative common law, and the integration of legal history into modern doctrines. Notable publications include Towards A New Theory of Adjudication – Integrating Theory and Practice (2025) and edited volumes on legal pioneers like Yong Pung How.
His scholarly articles address topics ranging from appellate litigation practices to fraud in commercial law, reflecting a commitment to bridging theoretical and practical legal challenges. Awards include Senior Counsel status, recognizing his distinguished contributions to the legal profession.
PHANG has advised numerous legal initiatives and contributed to legislative reforms. He is actively involved in academic leadership, shaping curricula and mentoring future legal scholars. His work often emphasizes comparative legal studies and the historical foundations of modern legal principles.
Key areas of impact include contract law modernization, judicial methodology, and the role of legal theory in shaping doctrinal development. His research frequently engages with international legal frameworks, highlighting Singapore’s evolving legal landscape within global contexts.
