About
Ashvin is a Partner of I.R.B. Law LLP with particular expertise in Criminal Defence, Family Law and Estate Planning.
Criminal Defence Practice
Ashvin has represented accused persons before the State Courts, High Court and Court of Appeal, in cases spanning a variety of offences, including drug trafficking, cheating, criminal breach of trust, rioting, sexual offences, money laundering, corruption and road traffic offences.
Ashvin also regularly represents military servicemen before Panel and General Court Martials, and is one of the guest trainers for the Basic Defending Officer Course.
Ashvin has also assisted numerous clients through investigations and interviews by the Singapore Police Force, Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), United States Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation Office (US IRS-CI) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
In Public Prosecutor v Sautha Letchumi d/o Supramaniam [2021] SGDC 106, Ashvin received commendation from the District Court for being “outstanding and hardworking” in the conduct of the defence of the accused.
Family Law Practice
Ashvin has acted for clients in a variety of Family Law matters including, contested and uncontested divorce proceedings. Ashvin also represented a client in Singapore’s very first case under the newly enacted Vulnerable Adults Act 2018.
Estate Planning Practice
Ashvin also regularly advises and assists clients with Wills, Probate, Letters of Administration, Lasting Power of Attorneys and Deputyship applications.
Non-Legal Qualifications
Besides being a lawyer, Ashvin holds the professional qualifications of Dive Master and Dive Control Specialist from Scuba Schools International (SSI).
Ashvin is a trustable lawyer who can deliver high quality of work without any doubt. Whoever he faced some difficulties he was able to handle it calmly without any problem. I am grateful to have ASHVIN as my lawyer.
I would like to express my appreciation for Mr Ashvin for helping me in my criminal case. He was very patient, empathic, and compassionate in his work. I was in great distress throughout my case but when he represented me, I was always updated with any new information from the court and he was always available to answer my queries. Mr Ashvin is also very meticulous in his work, he prepared a very detailed mitigation plea which made my family and I feel very assured and relieved.
Words cannot express my gratitude, I’m very blessed to have Mr Ashvin represent me in my difficult times, I have thanked him countless times over the phone but would like to recommend his services here to anyone who requires it. Once again, thank you Mr Ashvin for your help. My deepest appreciation, will not hesitate to recommend you to any of my friends who require legal services.
I’m glad I found Ashvin to act as my divorce lawyer! He is helpful to provide knowledge of Singapore Law and advise what is my position to deal with my divorce case! He even help to negotiate with my ex to work on a uncontested basis divorce! Despite my ex very hard to contact, bad temper and playing time game with us, Ashvin very professional and follow up on the case patiently. At the same, he advise me what to do if the uncontested basis divorce could not work! One thing best is I don’t even need to chase Ashvin for any update, he always update me promptly on my case. Helping me to communicate with my ex as I don’t think I’m in the right mood to talk to my ex. Overall my divorce case done within half a year which is truly fast and efficient! Thank you Ashvin for your service and I will definitely recommend you to my friends if they need legal advises!
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr Ashvin for quick assistance and guidance.
After receiving a call from police saying mt son will be charged in court, i felt like a bomb has hit me.
After enquiries with few lawyers, Mr Ashvin immediately call and gave me a consultation over the phone even though it was close to midnight. I was very much in distress and his assurance helped me through it.
With his grear assistance and fast response, without delay he submitted a representation to the AG.
In a few days time a happy outcome is received and my son was given a warning and discharged of the case. I strongly recommend Mr Ashvin as he is a sincere person and advise sincerely.
It was a huge relief for both of us and I coulnt thank you enough.
We feel as if a great burden has been lifted off our shoulders.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearr, Ashvin. We wish you success in every path of your life.