About Awang, Lai, Sandhu & Co. Advocates

Established in 1988, the firm has been built on a commitment to serve our clients within the community. Guided by the ethos of the Partners, Dato Awang Bemee, Datuk Lawrence Lai, and Ms Jagjeet Sandhu, the firm combines strong community roots with modern legal practice. Supported by a dedicated team of senior associates and paralegals, its work is driven by professionalism, clarity of advice, and a consistent focus on achieving practical and effective outcomes.

Over the decades, the firm’s practice has expanded to support clients across a wide range of personal, commercial, and corporate matters. Clients regularly seek the firm’s guidance on legal issues, relying on advice shaped by legal expertise, local knowledge, and long standing professional relationships.

Our Experienced Team Members

Behind every service we provide is a dedicated team of experienced lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to deliver consistent, professional, and high-quality outcomes.

Y. BHG DATO’ AWANG BEMEE BIN AWG ALI BASAH - CONSULTANT

Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Malaya
Admitted to the Sarawak Bar in 1984
Over forty (40) years of legal practicing experience
Honourable (DUN) member for Nangka in the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly from 1996-2011
Member of the Advocates Association of Sarawak
Chairman of the Kuching Port Authority from 1997-2024

Y.BHG DATUK LAWRENCE LAI - MANAGING PARTNER

Bachelor of Law (Hons), University of Sheffield, England
Admitted as a Barrister at Law of the Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn in 1983
Admitted to the Sarawak Bar in 1984
Admitted to the Sabah Bar in 1986
Notary Republic and Commissioner for Oaths since 1994
Accredited Mediator since 2002
Over forty (40) years of legal practicing experience
Mayor of the Miri City Council from 2009- 2016
Member of Curtin Council of Curtin University Sarawak from 2009 -2016
Member of the Board of Directors of Laku (Lembaga Air Kawasan Utara) Northern Sarawak Water Board from 2009 – 2016
Member of the Board of Directors of Miri Port Authority from 1999 – 2004
Vice-President of Sarawak Advocates Association from 2001 – 2004
Advisor of various Societies and Associations in Miri, Sarawak
Member of the Advocates Association of Sarawak

SANJEET SANDHU- SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Buckingham, England
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice Program, Bond University, Australia
Admitted and enrolled as a Lawyer of the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2016
Master Degree of Business Administration specialising in Strategic Management, Birmingham City Univerisity, England
Admitted to the Sarawak Bar in 2017
More than eight (8) years of legal experience across common law jurisdiction
Member of the Advocates Association of Sarawak

LARRY LAI - SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Bachelor of Laws, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Professional Legal Studies Course, New Zealand
Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 2019
Admitted to the Sarawak Bar in 2020
More than five (5) years of legal experience across common law jurisdictions
Member of the Advocates Association of Sarawak

Remarkable Outcomes

We are committed to delivering effective and practical outcomes for our clients. Our approach emphasises efficiency, cost awareness, and sound judgment.

By understanding our clients’ objectives and the specific circumstances of each matter, we provide advice tailored to what best serves their interests.

Our Proactiveness

We take a proactive and focused approach to every matter, acting decisively to secure the best outcome available. We move quickly to advance your position and ensure that your rights are properly protected.

Once a strategy is set, we execute it with precision. Being proactive also means remaining responsive. We keep you informed at each stage so that you understand the process and the decisions being made on your behalf.

Our Straightforwardness

We provide clear and candid advice based on our assessment of your matter, ensuring that you understand your legal position in plain and straightforward terms.

Our lawyers will be direct about the strengths and risks involved, and be transparent about the likely costs. Wherever possible, we strive to give you certainty and clarity so that you can make informed decisions without feeling unsettled.