About
1. I have an active practice in criminal defence (investigations and litigation). I have been involved in matters heard at all levels of the courts, from the Magistrate’s Court to the Court of Appeal. I have also acted for clients who want to pursue a Magistrates’ Complaint and/or complainants/victims of crime/s.
2. In respect of my criminal defence practice, I have defended clients in a wide variety of matters, including white-collar offences such as corruption, money laundering, falsification of accounts, cheating and tax offences. I have also acted for accused persons charged with hurt offences, sexual offences, drugs offences and offences under the Official Secrets Act 1935.
3. Criminal practice aside, I also take on Syariah Family Law matters. I am a member of the Muslim Missionary Society of Singapore (Jamiyah Singapore).
4. I am an ardent advocate of access to justice. I take on pro bono matters and have represented clients through the Criminal Legal Aid Scheme and Legal Aid Bureau. In 2025, I was recognised to have made significant meaningful contributions to the Bureau in my two years of service as the Bureau’s assigned solicitor, and was conferred with the Legal Aid Bureau Novo Award 2025.
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My work has attracted media attention:
1. I acted for a client who faced 77 charges under the Goods and Services Tax Act 1993 and after a multi-year engagement with the Inland Revenue Authority of SIngapore, managed to secure for my client a non-custodial sentence. See IRAS – GST Offences.
2. I acted for the former Divisional President of Mainboard-listed Trek 2000 International Limited (the inventor of the Thumbdrive) who faced three charges for cheating and falsification of accounts. See The Straits Times – Trek 2000; and Malay Mail – Trek 2000.
3. I acted for an acccused person who faced two charges of aggravated sexual assault and five charges of aggravated outrage of modesty. See Channel NewsAsia – Sexual Assault and Outrage of Modesty
4. I acted for an accused person who faced multiple charges for committing aggravated sexual offences. The matter was heard in the General Division of the High Court. See Today News – Sexual Assault.
5. I acted for an accused person who faced seven charges of ill-treating her children in the period between 2019 and 2021, and was successful in obtaining the sentence sought by the Defence. See Today News – Abuse offences.
6. I acted for an accused person who faced charges for causing hurt by riding his personal mobility device in a rash manner. See Channel NewsAsia – Hurt Offence.
7. I acted for an accused person charged with causing hurt by use of a dangerous weapon. See Channel NewsAsia – Hurt by use of a dangerous weapon; and Channel NewsAsia – Hurt by use of a dangerous weapon (2).
8. I acted for an accused person charged for committing hurt against a domestic worker. See The Straits Times – Hurt against a Domestic Worker.
I had an excellent experience working with Mr. Haneef, whose support covered everything from meticulous document drafting to strong, confident advocacy in court. Every document was clear, thorough, and carefully prepared, giving me confidence at every stage of the process. In court, he was articulate, strategic, and highly professional, consistently presenting my case with clarity. He was also proactive in following up and reminding me of important dates whenever needed. His quick responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome truly set him apart. I am truly grateful for his support and highly recommend him to anyone seeking reliable and skilled legal representation.
I had a very positive experience working with Haneef and found him to be highly professional, dependable, and committed throughout my case. He handled the matter with care and professionalism from start to finish, and his communication was consistently prompt, clear, and reassuring.
Whenever I had questions, he took the time to respond thoroughly and professionally, which gave me confidence at every stage of the process. Haneef’s strong attention to detail, careful preparation, and calm, confident approach were evident in the way he managed the case, and it was clear that he always strives to do his best and excel in his work.
I am grateful for his dedication and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking a capable and trustworthy lawyer. Thank you.