A&O Shearman’s Myanmar foreign desk is co-led by Bangkok based Sarah Wilson and Singapore based James Mythen, supported by Joshua Htet out of the London office. Wilson specialises in projects and finance, while Mythen advises on M&A and private equity across regulated sectors, and Htet provides local market expertise and longstanding support to international clients active in the jurisdiction. The team regularly caters to financial institutions, corporates, multilateral agencies, and governments on matters ranging from sanctions and disputes to market exits.
Foreign desks in Myanmar
A&O Shearman
Praxisleiter:
Sarah Wilson; James Mythen
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Joshua Htet
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‘The team has deep experience in corporate and project finance across many sectors in Myanmar.’
‘Sarah Wilson and team have deep knowledge of financings in Myanmar, including as to difficulties faced by entities continuing to operate in Myanmar.’
‘AOS’s practice stands out for several key reasons that reflect their commitment to both excellence and client service.‘
Kernmandanten
edotco
Telenor
Highlight-Mandate
- We advised edotco Group Sdn Bhd on its disposal of edotco Myanmar to the Yoma Group for approximately USD143million.
Dentons Myanmar Limited
Dentons Myanmar Limited handles a diverse spread of corporate, finance, disputes, and regulatory undertakings, with cross-border integration at the heart of its practice. Team head Ling Yi Quek remains highly active on corporate transactions and governance matters. Quek also utilises bespoke training programmes to help guide clients through Myanmar’s evolving legal landscape. The group advises an international client base across the technology, finance, logistics, and real estate sectors.
Praxisleiter:
Ling Yi Quek
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‚Dentons is unique in its ability to combine top-tier local knowledge with a genuinely global perspective. Their problem-solving is unmatched because they are incredibly commercial and solution-oriented, cutting through regulatory complexity to deliver clear, actionable advice.‘
‚While the entire team is strong, Ling Yi Quek is a standout practitioner. Her advice is always commercially astute and strategically sound.‘
‚The team is well diverse. They can converse, read and write in English, Myanmar language and Mandarin. They are also exceptionally well-connected with many network offices all over the world.‘
Kernmandanten
Meta Platforms Ireland Limited
Sojitz Corporation
14K Myanmar Ltd
Amazon
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisting in the review of the privacy policy of meta payments.
- Advising on laws relating to the requirements for e-signatures to be valid in Myanmar, given the growing reliance on electronic transactions and businesses shifting towards digital transformation.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper's Myanmar practice is coordinated from its Singapore and Thailand offices, providing seamless coverage across corporate, projects, finance, restructuring, and regulatory mandates. The group is particularly active in the energy and infrastructure sectors, where it has earned a strong reputation for advising on complex, high-value cross-border transactions. Recent work has included large-scale LNG and solar power projects. Team head Vincent Seah remains a central figure in the practice, bringing deep sector experience and cross-border expertise to the firm’s regional client base.
Praxisleiter:
Vincent Seah
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Waranon Vanichprapa
Kernmandanten
TTCL Public Company
Sojitz Corporation
INPEX Corporation
Shikoku Electric Power Company
Chukoku Electric Power Company
China Huadian
Zhefu Holdings
Supreme Trading
ACO Investments
POSCO International Corporation
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising clients on all aspects of the development and financing of the 388MW Ahlone LNG-to-power project in Myanmar.
- Representing a consortium of sponsors on all aspects of the development and financing of the 1,390MW Ayeyarwady LNG-to-power project.
- Advising ACO Investments on all aspects of the development and financing of a 300MW solar project in Myanmar.
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP expanded its Asia footprint with a 2023 Singapore launch, which now serves as the hub for its Myanmar desk. The practice is led by Tun Zaw Mra who is noted for his work on corporate reorganisations, M&A, debt restructurings and private equity investments. The firm’s regional strength is bolstered by colleagues in Hong Kong and other Asian offices, with growing involvement in Myanmar across real estate, financial services and infrastructure.
Praxisleiter:
Tun Zaw Mra
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‘The team is a client-centric firm specialising in technology, healthcare, and startups, distinguished by its tech-powered tools, diverse teams, and flexible billing models. Its multidisciplinary team delivers tailored solutions through strategic account management and real-time case insights.‘
‘Tun Zaw Mra, excels in M&A for tech and ASEAN and Myanmar with tech-driven due diligence to streamline deals and align with business goals. Unlike traditional M&A lawyers, Clients value his empathetic engagement, DEI leadership, and strategic deal-making.‘