Chan Sek Keong
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Records
Chan Sek Keong stands as a monumental figure in Singapore's legal history, uniquely bridging the roles of Attorney-General and Chief Justice. His achievements include leading the judiciary during a transformative era and initiating critical reforms that solidified Singapore's status as a global arbitration hub. The establishment of the Chan Sek Keong Visiting Professorship in Public Law at NUS Law in 2023 serves as a permanent tribute to his intellectual legacy. His 2019 paper on Section 377A remains a defining moment in modern Singaporean legal discourse, demonstrating his courage to engage with evolving societal values. He is universally recognized among peers as a steward of justice whose influence extends far beyond the courtroom.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Senior Counsel
Highest rank for advocates in Singapore, recognizing exceptional legal expertise.
Sri Paduka Mahkota Perak
Royal honor bestowed for distinguished service to the state.
Darjah Utama Temasek
One of Singapore's highest honors awarded for distinguished service to the nation.
Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang
Awarded upon retirement for outstanding contribution to public service.
Chan Sek Keong Visiting Professorship
Establishment of a named chair in public law following a S$1.1 million donation.
Records & Feats
First Dual Role Holder
First person in Singapore's history to serve as both Attorney-General and Chief Justice.
Inaugural Judicial Commissioner
First person appointed to the newly created role of Judicial Commissioner in 1986.