VDB Loi is lauded for its ‘insight to the general economic situation in the very challenging Myanmar environment’, and is known for its experience acting in significant financings in Myanmar. The group has a client roster featuring large international banks and other financial institutions. Foreign investment is a focus of the firm’s work, while also providing the full suite of corporate advice. Edwin Vanderbruggen and Jean Loi who run the team are both proficient in these areas, recently assisting two newly-licensed foreign banks to set up in Myanmar.
Testimonials
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- 'The firm's experience in the real estate sector is strong as well as its relationships with key stakeholders as well as insight to the general economic situation in the very challenging Myanmar environment. VDB has helped us structure a solution that supports our goals/objectives, which wouldn't be possible without their breadth of experience/presence in the region.'
- 'Jean Loi has been invaluable for us, providing a series of alternative views/options for us to consider. The rest of the team provides continual updates and is readily accessible.'
Key clients
- SGLA (Kunming) Law Firm
- Ericsson Myanmar Co., Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised an international law firm representing a Chinese power client on legal and regulatory matters for its project to import power from China to Myanmar.
- Defended an international developer in a contractual dispute litigation, including Supreme Court affirmation.