General Business Law
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Laos
Band 1
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+856 21 242 068About
Provided by DFDL
Among our many clients, we count major international and Asian investors. DFDL has been involved in numerous key development projects in the Lao PDR, including large hydro-electricity and mining projects.
- Energy, Mining and Infrastructure covering:
- Energy and Utilities
- Mining and Natural Resources
- Oil and Gas
- Telecommunications
- Projects and Project Finance - Structured Trade and Commodity Finance
- Asset Finance and Securitization
The following practice areas reflect our core areas of expertise
- Mergers and Acquisitions;
- Corporate and Commercial;
- Real Estate;
- Taxation;
- Labor and Employment; and
- Banking and Finance
Chambers Review
DFDL has a pre-eminent legal practice in Laos, offering impressive regional expertise. The firm is highly reputed for its frequent involvement in complex project financings, including hydro energy and developments for power production and transmission infrastructure. The team also offers extensive advice across tax, labour and corporate mandates, acting for an enviable roster of leading domestic and international companies. The department handles transactions in sectors such as finance and mining. DFDL's clients include InsuResilience Investment Fund SICAV-RAIF, Phu Bia and Lao Sanxai.
Work Highlights
- DFDL's team in Laos advised Sinohydro (Hong Kong) Holding on the concession agreement and corporate matters related to the 770 MW Pak Lay project on the Mekong River.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DFDL are highly competent and experienced in the Laos power sector. Their advice is consistently tied to a wider awareness of commercial and development aspects of our project."
"They have good knowledge of local conditions and cultural awareness in Laos, which is important."
"DFDL are highly competent and experienced in the Laos power sector. Their advice is consistently tied to a wider awareness of commercial and development aspects of our project."
"They have good knowledge of local conditions and cultural awareness in Laos, which is important."
Notable Practitioners
Audray Souche in Bangkok often handles matters in Laos, particularly the financing and development of renewable energy projects. She is DFDL's regional managing partner.
"DFDL is outstanding as Lao counsel on our project, in particular Audray Souche."
Kristy Newby is a leading lawyer based in Laos. She has strong expertise in the mining sector, as well as project finance and general corporate transactions.
"Kristy understands our business and the challenges we face. Her advice is pragmatic and offers a clear path forward."
"She has excellent knowledge of the local legal framework and a practical approach to advice."
Senesakoune Sihanouvong is a well-respected local lawyer in Laos who handles a wide range of matters including finance, corporate and projects.
"Our team is pleased that Senesakoune is able to support us at the local level with valuable insights."
"He is a very knowledgeable and experienced Lao lawyer who is very quick to advise in emergencies."
Ranked Lawyers at
DFDL
Laos
Members
Provided by DFDL
Jack Sheehan
Head of Department
Lasonexay Chanthavong
Standre Bezuidenhout