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Gino Hardial Singh, criminal lawyer, is a Barrister of the Middle Temple and founder of Abbots Chambers LLC. With over 2 decades of litigation experience, he is recognized as one of Singapore’s leading criminal defence lawyers. His practice focuses on cases involving corruption, stock market manipulation and commercial fraud as well as Penal Code offences and Organised Crime.

Before being admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor in Singapore in the year 2000, Gino served in the Singapore Police force for 4 years.

In 2014, Gino was recognized as the top volunteer under the Law Society’s Criminal Legal Aid Scheme (“CLAS”). He continues to assist the underprivileged on a Pro Bono whenever possible. In 2020 Abbots Chambers entered into a memorandum with CLAS pledging to take on 50 cases – a commitment that was successfully honoured.

He is an experienced and dedicated criminal trial lawyer who focuses his litigation practice on offences under the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act, Securities & Futures Act, the Penal Code, the Prevention of Corruption Act, Organized Crime, Criminal Breach of Trust, Fraud, Forgery as well as Cheating offences.

He is also adept in handling matters involving Murder, Drug Trafficking, Robbery, Rape, Outrage of Modesty, Rioting and offences against Public Servants.

Over the past 12 years, Gino has secured more than 200 acquittals for his clients (pre-trial and post-trial)  accused of committing various criminal offences.  This includes warnings in lieu of prosecution and no further actions at the investigations stage.

His most recent acquittal was reported in the Straits Times on 26 September 2025, where his client who was charged in connection with a $263,000.00 cheating case was granted a discharged amounting to an acquittal.

In August 2025 he obtained an acquittal for an NUS student who provided his bank account and/or Singpass details to a scammer

He has defended clients in high profile cases involving Corruption, Organized Crime, Criminal Breach of Trust, Rape and other sexual offences including Outrage of Modesty & Voyeurism.

Amongst the many high profile cases Gino has handled was the USD100 Million gas-oil theft from Shell’s Pulau Bukom Refinery.

Abbots Chambers has been recognised by the Straits Times as Singapore’s best law firms in Criminal Law in 2021, 2025 & 2026.

Overview

Gino Hardial Singh is a criminal defence lawyer and Managing Director of Abbots Chambers LLC. Called to the Singapore Bar in 2000 and a Barrister of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, he has over two decades of litigation experience.

He is widely recognised within the criminal defence bar for handling serious and complex matters, including white-collar crime, corruption, and major Penal Code offences. His practice regularly involves cases with significant custodial exposure, requiring detailed evidential analysis and strong trial advocacy.

Prior to entering legal practice, Gino served in the Singapore Police Force for approximately four years, experience which continues to inform his approach to criminal defence.

Areas of Practice

• White-collar and financial crime
• Organised Crime Act 2015
• Corruption and offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act
• CDSA (Confiscation of Benefits) matters
• Securities & Futures Act offences (including market misconduct)
• Criminal breach of trust, cheating, fraud, and forgery
• Military Court Martial
• Drug trafficking and serious Penal Code offences
• Sexual offences, robbery, rioting, and offences against public servants

Experience & Track Record

Over the past 12 years, Gino has secured more than 200 acquittals and discharges, both at the pre-trial and post-trial stages. These include:

• Discharges amounting to acquittals
• Conditional warnings in lieu of prosecution
• Cases discontinued at the investigation stage with no further action

His work reflects a consistent focus on identifying evidential weaknesses and advancing structured defence strategies in contested matters.

Notable Matters

• Secured a discharge amounting to an acquittal in a $263,000 cheating case (The Straits Times, 26 September 2025)
• Obtained an acquittal in August 2025 for a university student in a case involving alleged misuse of bank account and Singpass credentials
• Acted in matters connected to the USD 100 million gas-oil theft from Shell’s Pulau Bukom refinery
• Involved in the “Slim 10” litigation concerning negligent promotion of a slimming product linked to liver failure

Gino has also acted in a range of high-profile matters involving corruption, organised crime, criminal breach of trust, and sexual offences, including outrage of modesty and voyeurism.

Professional Contributions & Recognition

• Recognised as Top Volunteer (2014) under the Law Society’s Criminal Legal Aid Scheme (CLAS)
• Abbots Chambers entered into a memorandum with CLAS in 2020, undertaking 50 pro bono cases, which were successfully completed
• Abbots Chambers recognised by The Straits Times as one of Singapore’s Best Law Firms (Criminal Law) in 2021, 2025, and 2026
• Currently serves as Secretary, Association of Criminal Lawyers of Singapore

Additional Experience

Gino began his legal career in maritime law at KhattarWong LLP and has experience in commercial litigation, including medical negligence claims. He was among the lawyers involved in the “Slim 10” case.

His practice continues to include matters with both criminal and commercial dimensions, including disputes involving cross-border funds and alleged fraud.

Reputation Within the Profession

Gino is regarded by peers as a capable and experienced trial lawyer, particularly in contested criminal matters. He is known for:

• Direct and structured cross-examination
• Close attention to inconsistencies in evidence
• A willingness to advance difficult arguments where appropriate

He is regularly instructed in matters requiring firm case control and careful handling of evidential issues.

Here is the link for his profile in singaporelegaladvice.com :

https://singaporelegaladvice.com/lawyer/gino-hardial-singh/

 

Some of the media session that Gino has appeared on :