About
Biography
Experience
Eric Tan has over 20 years of experience at the Malaysian Bar, focusing on dispute resolution matters. He is well known to be engaged in matters involving corporate and commercial law.
Eric has on numerous occasions been engaged to deal with matters involving disputes amongst shareholders and directors in both private and public listed companies. Such briefs include minority oppression, breakdown of relationships and breach of fiduciary duties. At the commercial front, Eric also handles matters arising from contractual disputes, trusts and fraud.
Eric is also well-versed in corporate rescue and insolvency law. He actively advises corporations on debt restructuring exercises. He also represents insolvency practitioners such as liquidators or receivers (and managers) on matters involving recovery of assets.
Eric takes pride in providing his service efficiently and promptly. Legal works carried out by him and his team are delivered well ahead of imposed deadlines, giving his clients ample opportunity to discuss and review their matters.
Specialty
- Recognized for extensive experience in dispute resolution, particularly in corporate and commercial law, with over 20 years at the Bar, frequently handling shareholders’ disputes and boardroom tussles at Eric Tan (a member of the Evalon Group Law Practice) https://evalon.com.my/en/home
- Frequently engaged in corporate rescue and insolvency law, representing insolvency practitioners such as liquidators or receivers (and managers) https://evalon.com.my/en/home
Law Firm
Eric Tan (A member of Evalon Group Law Practice)
Background
Education
- LLB (Hons)Thames Valley University (now known as University of West London)
Articles by Tan Choon Heong
Tan Choon Heong featured in

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How to Propose a Scheme of Arrangement in Malaysia (2026): Steps, Creditor Voting & Court Approval
5 Sept 2026

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How to Appoint a Receiver and Manager in Malaysia (2026): Steps, Notices, Directors’ Powers
29 Aug 2026

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Shareholder Disputes in Malaysia (2026): Remedies After the Federal Court Ruling on Minority Oppression
19 May 2026

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Resolving Shareholders' Deadlocks in Malaysia (2026): a Practical Guide for Boards, Shareholders & Insolvency Practitioners
5 May 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eric Tan Choon Heong's area of expertise?
Eric Tan Choon Heong specializes in dispute resolution, corporate and commercial law, shareholders’ disputes, boardroom tussles, corporate rescue, and insolvency law.
How many years of experience does Eric Tan have at the Bar?
Eric Tan was admitted into the Malaysian Bar on 25th October 2001.
What educational qualifications does Eric Tan hold?
He holds an LLB (Hons) from Thames Valley University (now known as University of West London) and a Certificate of Legal Practice (CLP).
Is Eric Tan a qualified advocate and solicitor?
Yes, he is an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya.
In which law firm does Eric Tan frequently handle disputes and insolvency matters?
Eric Tan frequently handles disputes and insolvency matters as a member of Evalon Group Law Practice. He has also acted as counsel leading legal teams of other firms.
Does Eric Tan represent insolvency practitioners?
Yes, he represents insolvency practitioners such as liquidators, receivers (and managers).



