Chambers Global (2024)

General Business Law – Myanmar
Ranked Lawyer: Chester Toh (Expertise based abroad in Myanmar)
Chester Toh in Singapore is noted for his expertise in corporate legal matters. He regularly acts on cross-border M&A, joint ventures and real estate development work, having particular expertise in the telecoms and energy sectors.

General Business Law: International Firms - Band 1
Ranked Lawyer: Chester Toh (Band 1), Alroy Chan (Up and Coming) (Expertise Based Abroad)
What the team is known for
Rajah & Tann provides a highly effective regional legal platform, with the ability to provide domestic and international law capabilities on matters in Myanmar. It often leads Myanmar matters from its Singapore office, with support from its team based in Yangon. The team is particularly active in advising clients on M&A, banking and joint venture matters in Myanmar, as well as significant energy and infrastructure projects. The practice represents an impressive array of Myanmar corporates as well as regional and global clients. Notable clients include Myanmar Apex Bank, Yoma Bank and Win Brothers.

Strengths
"The team caters to our requirements well and spends quality time reviewing the documents and queries. The turnaround time is fast and beats expectations."
"Rajah & Tann is a very professional and excellent firm. The best in town."

Work highlights
Rajah & Tann Myanmar advised Meta on the risks and impact on its operations of the Myanmar coup.

Notable practitioners
Chester Toh in Singapore is noted for his expertise in corporate legal matters. He regularly acts on cross-border M&A, joint ventures and real estate development work, having particular expertise in the telecoms and energy sectors.
Alroy Chan is a partner based in Singapore with extensive experience of Myanmar matters. He has key expertise in transactions as well as undertaking financing mandates for domestic banks.