A point of distinction for Dentons Rodyk as a foreign desk in Myanmar is its skill in providing regulatory advice, navigating the intersection between local employment regulations and international human rights law. The group’s client roster runs the gamut of sectors, including technology, real estate, and manufacturing, among others. Overseeing the group is Singapore-based Ling Yi Quek, whose corporate government expertise benefits the group’s ability to assist with sanctions and implications on companies and corporations, as well being adept at handling restructuring and liquidation, both of which are areas of increased activity for the group at large. Josephine Koh is well-versed in cross-border transactions and foreign investment into Myanmar.

DLA Piper is often called upon for work at the intersection of local employment regulations and international human rights law, but the group’s expertise extends to private and public sector investments in a range of industries. Practice head Vincent Seah stands out for his precedent setting work in the renewable energy space, specifically advising on the development and financing of renewable energy projects, a core part of the wider group’s work. Senior associate Wei Hong Wo is key for the group’s restructuring mandates.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a firm that has a longstanding presence in Myanmar and therefore ‘a solid grasp of local legislation’, displays a ‘deep knowledge of the infrastructure sector in Myanmar through years of experience working on Myanmar infrastructure projects’. Among the group’s varied workload is restructuring, M&A and project developments, as well as assisting clients looking to enter Myanmar. Tun Zaw Mra is adept at handling corporate law mandates, while senior consultant, Nomita Nair, based in Singapore, is skilled in project finance transactions, counting financial services institutions as key clients.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP had an early presence in the Myanmar market and over the years has established itself as a strong choice for work relating to foreign investment, inbound and outbound. The practice is also well versed in Myanmar-related sanctions, joint ventures, energy transactions, investments, and disputes. Glynn Cooper, Alastair Henderson and Adrian Cheng, all based in Singapore, are key figures. Irina Akentjeva is a further name to note for the group’s energy matters.