Vinson graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from the University of Malaya in 2017. He then underwent his pupillage in Rahmat Lim & Partners under the guidance of Ms. Pauline Khor Hong Ping. Vinson was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2018, and he commenced his professional career at CY Wong Ng & Partners.

Vinson joined MahWengKwai & Associates as a Senior Associate in 2023 and made Partner in 2025.

Vinson mainly deals with real property transactions, including but not limited to acquisitions and disposals of real property by individuals and corporations, as well as loan documentation for financial institutions. He has negotiated commercial tenancy agreements with famous multinational chains of coffee houses and quick-service restaurants. He also regularly drafts, negotiates and reviews various kinds of contracts, e.g. settlement agreements and service agreements.

Vinson’s other areas of interest and practice include will-writing and probate matters.

Career to date

2025   Partner, MahWengKwai & Associates

2023   Senior Associate, MahWengKwai & Associates

2018   Associate, CY Wong Ng & Partners

2017   Pupil-in-Chambers, Rahmat Lim & Partners

2015   Internship, Halim Hong & Quek

Educational achievements

2017   Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Malaya

Notable experience

Real Estate

  • Represented a developer in an integrated development in Negeri Sembilan with a gross development value of RM1 billion
  • Represented a developer in an integrated development in Selangor with a gross development value of RM500 million
  • Advised and represented a real estate developer in the disposal of raw land valued at approximately RM67 million
  • Represented a developer in various residential developments in Selangor, including Rumah Selangorku (RSKU) schemes
  • Represented a real estate developer in the acquisition of raw land and grant of power of attorney valued at RM2.4 million
  • Represented a real estate developer in the acquisition of land valued at approximately RM6 million
  • Advised and represented a company in the disposal of industrial land valued at approximately RM10 million
  • Acted for numerous vendors and purchasers in multi-million-ringgit transactions
  • Acted for foreign citizens in the acquisition and disposal of real estate in Malaysia
  • Advised and represented clients on the alienation and acquisition of raw land
  • Represented landlords in tenancy negotiations with well-known multinational chains of coffee houses and quick-service restaurants
  • Advised financial institutions on multi-million-ringgit property financing, including drawdowns and perfection matters
  • Provided counsel to financial institutions on SME and corporate financing arrangements
  • Attended to various real estate matters including transfers, caveats, title replacements

Land Dispute

  • Advised on protection of interest in properties in a multi-million-ringgit lawsuit

Other Transactions

  • Advised on legality of property financing schemes
  • Advised on various settlement agreements ranging from trademark infringement to strata property disputes
  • Advised on will-writing and inheritance matters

Reviews & Testimonials

  • “Through my neighbor I contacted Mr Vinson BF Cheng of MahWengKwai & Associates to represent my interests when I needed legal services. Throughout the interactions with him I found Vinson to be very professional, diligent, pleasant and responsive whenever I required legal advice. I also appreciate the way he managed the documentation of the legal procedures and the preservation and delivery of the documentation to me in due course. I would definitely recommend him to my friends/neighbors if/when they require legal services.” -Sam MM
  • “MahWengKwai & Associates is truly an outstanding and remarkable legal firm. This company has a strong team of legal professionals providing outstanding legal advice and/or services to clients. I have recently engaged the firm for a property transaction. Mr. Vinson Cheng and his team did a wonderful job by responding to my queries in a very fast and efficient manner. They are very knowledgeable and can handle matters exceptionally well. The transaction went on quite successfully. Withal, the fee charges are reasonable. I am very satisfied with their excellent services together with the fees being paid for. Hence I would strongly recommend MWKA to anyone requiring professional legal services in town.” – Lee CH
  • “I engaged MahWengKwai & Associates, in particular Mr. Vinson Cheng and his team, to handle my sub-sale purchase of a condominium unit in Mont Kiara, as a foreign buyer based in Korea. From the very beginning, Vinson was highly responsive, clear, and practical in his advice.He efficiently guided me through the SPA negotiations and execution, bank redemption, completion, vacant possession, and title registration. Throughout the process, there were a few practical constraints and unexpected variables, but Vinson always kept me informed and proposed realistic solutions that worked very well. I particularly appreciated how calmly and effectively he coordinated with all parties involved-including the seller’s solicitors, the bank, the management office, and my agent-explaining every stage in detail so that I always understood what to expect next.

    As a non-resident purchaser preparing for a long-term move to Malaysia, it was extremely reassuring to know that my interests were very well protected at all times. I am immensely grateful for the professional, prompt, and dedicated service provided by Vinson and his colleagues at MWKA, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and experienced conveyancing firm in Malaysia.” – Yoo”

  • “Engaged Vinson Cheng to handle my MOT transfer and also introduced a few of my neighbours to him. The work was carried out efficiently and effectively. He was diligent in checking all details and followed up consistently. Good job.” – JLau
  • “Excellent service by Vinson Cheng, who took his time to explain the loan process and ensured that the loan process and handover went smoothly.” – Kok Jian Shen
  • “Second time working with Vinson Cheng and team on a property transaction and once again service was excellent. The entire process ran smoothly, and Vinson and the team would always go the extra mile to ensure all matters that would relate to ideal client outcomes and customer experience would be managed.” – Teh
  • “I had issues with my Perfection of Transfer (POT), Perfection of Charge (POC), and Discharge of Charge (DOC). Fortunately, Vinson Cheng and his team handled everything quickly and efficiently, so I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Most importantly, their fees were very reasonable. I had done extensive research and consulted several other law firms before choosing their services, and I’m so glad I did. I highly recommend them!” – Jacky K
  • “I would like to sincerely thank my lawyer Vinson Cheng for his exceptional assistance. He is highly professional, proactive, and always willing to go the extra mile. For instance, he personally visited our office to sign documents and provided the appropriate municipal links to facilitate payments, including all the necessary information.He kept me regularly updated whenever any information regarding my property status became available. Thanks to his diligence and expertise, he successfully resolved my issue regarding the individual strata title.I strongly recommend Vinson for his excellent service, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to his clients.Thank you once again for your invaluable support.” – Ir. Ts. Mani
  • “Vinson Cheng assisted in helping me to complete the S&P agreement in a fast and efficient way. He has tailored the agreement according to my needs. I am very grateful for his help. Thank you!” – Chai KK
  • “I sincerely appreciate Vinson Cheng and the team at MWKA for their exceptional assistance with my Strata Title matters and the Perfection of Transfer (POT) process. Their professionalism, efficiency, and clear communication ensured a smooth process throughout, giving me peace of mind from start to finish. I am truly grateful for their support and would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and knowledgeable legal assistance.”- Jacho T
  • “Many thanks to Vinson Cheng and Taty Zulaikha in helping us for the discharge of property services. They are prompt and responsive in our request and queries, including dealing with the bankers without any worries from our side.”- Mr Chin
  • “Vinson Cheng has attended to a few of our family’s properties during his time in MWKA. My family and I must commend him for his efficiency, ability, work rate and ethic, and client service altogether. He was a senior associate when he took on our first matter, and he has now been recognised as a Partner. Well deserved, and an accurate reflection of his services and capabilities. Hats off to you, Vinson and team.”- Christopher Wong
  • “We had the pleasure of inviting MWKA to represent us. The whole team, especially Tommy & Vinson, did a wonderful presentation on our matter and always gave prompt replies.We are very pleased with their overall efficiency & professionalism.Well done, and a big THANK YOU to MWKA.” – Sean Chiew
  • “MWKA gave us sound and practical advice throughout the past year that we have engaged them. Their senior associates, Tommy Wong and Vinson Cheng, and managing partner, Raymond Mah, worked closely with us, especially during the critical phases of the negotiation process with the other party, while the younger members of their team provided substantial support. Thus far, their services and advice have helped us avoid costly and unnecessary litigation. Thanks to our MWKA friends!!” – Richard Wong
  • “We had the pleasure of working with Vinson, Tommy, and Sebastian, and we are thoroughly impressed by their professionalism, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to achieving the best outcomes for us. From the very beginning, they demonstrated a deep understanding of our needs and provided clear, practical advice at every stage.The team was consistently responsive and proactive, ensuring that all matters were handled with efficiency and care. Their ability to navigate complex issues and deliver thoughtful, tailored solutions played a pivotal role in the success of our case.We sincerely appreciate their commitment to providing exceptional service and would wholeheartedly recommend Vinson, Tommy, and Sebastian to anyone in need of reliable, knowledgeable, and client-focused legal representation.” – Ms Gan
  • “I would like to express my appreciation for the outstanding legal services provided for the sale of a property by Vinson and Azila. My queries were always addressed promptly and thoroughly. They presented various possible outcomes in a way that helped me understand the risks and benefits of each potential path. I’m highly satisfied with their service and would definitely recommend them. Overall a great experience. Thanks team!” – CLT
  • “I had the pleasure of working with Vinson as my lawyer for my mortgage loan and home purchase, and I couldn’t have been more grateful for his support. Balancing a busy work schedule while navigating the complexities of legal requirements was daunting, but Vinson made the entire process seamless.He was always responsive and patient, ensuring that no question was too trivial. Vinson took the time to explain every step of the Sale and Purchase Agreement process, highlighting potential risks and providing clear, practical advice on how to manage them. He was transparent about any additional costs and consistently helped me weigh the pros and cons of each decision.What stood out most was his meticulous attention to detail. He ensured all document submissions were smooth, guided me in resolving any missing paperwork, and followed through until the key handover—even while he was on leave.Vinson’s professionalism, thoroughness, and dedication made a complex process manageable and stress-free. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance for property matters.” – Michelle
  • “I would like to acknowledge Vinson’s proactiveness and professionalism in guiding us through the entire legal process of acquiring our first landed property. He has facilitated everything very smoothly, and always ensures to communicate key points and next steps to us ahead of time. Very well managed overall.” – Ryan
  • “I recently worked with Vinson and Taty on the sale and purchase agreement for my new home, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the service I received. From the very beginning, they were thorough, professional, and incredibly helpful in guiding me through every step of the process.Whenever I had a question or needed clarification, he was quick to respond and I truly appreciated how smooth and seamless he made the entire experience. I highly recommend MahWengKwai & Associates to anyone in need of legal services for property sales or purchases.” – Azreen
  • “It was a great experience dealing with Vinson and his teammates over the purchase of a property. Vinson is an experienced, efficient, patient, responsive and helpful lawyer with in-depth legal expertise. He responds to my queries very promptly whenever I seek clarification over certain clauses in the SPA even far beyond working hours. I am very impressed with him and his teammates for their excellent work because they completed the whole transaction 1.5 months ahead of time which amazes me. I would definitely seek his services again for future dealings. Highly recommend Vinson to anyone wishing to purchase a property or any property law-related consultation.” – WY Tan
  • “I’m very pleased with the services provided for the sale of a property transaction by Vinson, Azila, El Win and their team. They provided clear and easy-to-understand instructions and were very attentive, informative, responsive and helpful in answering my queries and getting the job done. I’m highly satisfied with their services and would definitely recommend them.” – Eric
  • “I engaged MWKA for a subsale property transaction as a buyer and Vinson and Azila were very helpful, attentive and efficient in completing everything on time and in detail. I had a lot of questions, and they were so patient and answered every single one of them and gave detailed and easy-to-understand explanations. I would not hesitate to engage with them again in the future!” – Anna
  • “Engaged MWKA for a sale of property transaction and the conveyancing team, particularly Vinson, Azila & Taty, completed my matter efficiently whilst answering all my legal questions. Vinson, is a talented and dedicated lawyer and always comes across as professional. I would highly recommend using them for property transactions as they help get the job done in an efficient and effective manner!” – Jasbeer Kaur
  • “We are pleased with the service provided by Vinson and Taty. They were attentive and attended to our matter professionally!” – M Azahari & H Hassan
  • “I would like to thank Vinson and Azila from MWKA for their excellent work in completing the transfer and assignment of ownership for my property. They were super efficient and responsive in handling my case. I can confidently say that Vinson and Azila are always reliable and dynamic. And I have no hesitation in recommending their professional services.” – Phoon KW
  • “We sought MWKA and Vinson Cheng for property services and we were not disappointed. Thank you Vinson for attending to our queries with great quality and efficiency even during weekends. We are pleased with their advice and strongly emphasise the recommendation on MWKA and Vinson.” – Rohayah Yassin
  • “I really recommend MahWengKwai & Associates. I sought Vinson Cheng’s advice when purchasing a property. He was really helpful and I learned a lot. I was very satisfied. My lawyer helped a lot by giving views and advice based on existing laws. Thank you.” – Puan Lizawati
  • “Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Tommy Wong, Mira Mashor, Vinson Cheng and Azila Amiruddin for helping us with the execution of our share sale and business transfer agreements. Their knowledge and expertise really helped us to navigate through what felt like a massive undertaking for us. Their professionalism was also displayed in ensuring that everything was completed in a timely manner, from the beginning until the end. Overall, we are more than satisfied with their services and would definitely recommend them to friends and family! Keep up the excellent work!” – Timothy Ten

CONTACT

Tel: 03-7887 2702
vinson.cheng@mahwengkwai.com

 

AREAS OF PRACTICE

  • Real Estate

    Conveyancing
    Banking & Finance
    Construction
    Conveyancing

  • Corporate

    Construction