Tai-Heng Cheng

Tai-Heng Cheng is the global co-head of international arbitration and trade at Sidley Austin, based in New York, and serves as the co-managing partner of the Singapore office.

With over 20 years of experience, Tai-Heng Cheng has a strong track record of securing significant legal victories, including nine-figure awards, in both commercial and investment-treaty arbitrations.

He is a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients from various industries, such as energy, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, real estate, manufacturing, and financial services, providing strategic counsel on a wide array of legal issues.

Tai-Heng Cheng's practice extends beyond business disputes, offering comprehensive solutions that involve collaboration with subject matter experts to effectively achieve client objectives across multiple jurisdictions.

He is recognized as one of the top 10 arbitration practitioners in North and South America under 45 by Who’s Who Legal, and his expertise has been acknowledged in prestigious publications like Chambers Global, Chambers USA, Euromoney’s Guide to the World’s Leading Experts in Commercial Arbitration, and Benchmark Litigation.

Tai-Heng Cheng holds a diverse educational background, having pursued studies in law at renowned institutions like the University of Oxford, Yale Law School, and the National University of Singapore.

Previously, he held leadership positions and practiced law at reputable firms such as Sidley Austin LLP, Quinn Emanuel, New York Law School, and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.

His extensive experience and global outlook have allowed him to effectively represent clients across Europe, Asia, and Latin America while remaining actively engaged in the legal community.

Tai-Heng Cheng's expertise and dedication to delivering successful outcomes make him a respected figure in the field of international arbitration and trade.