General Business Law - Cambodia
What the Team is Known For
DFDL is a well-regarded regional firm and is considered as a go-to for Cambodian counsel by many international law firms and clients. The full-service firm offers guidance on acquisitions and corporate restructuring, as well as land use, securities, tax and project finance. The team also handles employment and commercial dispute resolution mandates. DFDL represents both Cambodian and foreign corporates, particularly in the energy, finance and real estate sectors.
Strengths
"DFDL was able to adjust their view to our intentions in a manner that balanced these considerations and allowed our intended goal to be achieved."
"DFDL managed our process very smoothly and took a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach from beginning to end, providing clear explanations and analysis."
Work Highlights
DFDL advised the founder of GA Aircon on the sale of its assets and transfer of over 100 employees to Daikin Industries.
Notable Practitioners
Chris Robinson has forged a formidable reputation as one of the leading lawyers in Cambodia. His practice is focussed on M&A, private equity and joint venture transactions. "Chris Robinson is very professional, responsive and sharp."
Martin Desautels is commended for providing robust support to clients in addition to his up-to-date knowledge and expertise. Based in Vietnam, he has a particular focus on energy and infrastructure projects.
Guillaume Massin covers a range of practice areas with a particular focus on real estate and construction matters. He is frequently sought out for project financing mandates in the energy and technology sectors.
Clint O'Connell leads the firm's tax and customs practice in Phnom Penh. He advises Cambodian and international clients on tax matters linked to transactional and projects-related matters. "Clint O'Connell has been prominent in tax work and is well known in the Cambodian market."
Vansok Khem heads the firm's corporate practice and is well placed to advise clients on corporate structuring, capital markets and cross-border M&A.
Tan Chuan How is a partner at DFDL in Singapore, with experience in the Cambodian legal market. He regularly advises foreign clients on banking and debt capital market mandates, as well as technology and corporate matters. "Tan Chuan How was diligent and delivered brilliantly in his legal advice to us." "We found his advice to be so insightful on Cambodia, with an understanding of international perspectives."