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DLA Piper LLP

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Timor-Leste

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DLA Piper LLP

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General Business Law - Timor-Leste

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper has a highly specialised practice with a longstanding association with the Timorese government, stemming from the firm's representation of Timor-Leste in a maritime boundary dispute with Australia. Its team continues to counsel government bodies, both on ongoing boundary-related matters and on mandates linked to the country's continuing economic development. Its areas of particular expertise include oil and gas, infrastructure, resources and transportation.
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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised the Prime Minister, H.E. Xanana Gusmão, and the Land and Maritime Boundary Office on Timor-Leste’s land and maritime boundaries with Indonesia through bilateral negotiation processes.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper demonstrate strong coordination and clear communication. They are very efficient and have a solid team.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

  • DLA is pragmatic, flexible and committed to client needs at all times of the day and is always there for us, no matter the circumstances.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Gitanjali Bajaj
    Gitanjali Bajaj

    Gitanjali Bajaj

    Gitanjali Bajaj is based in Sydney. She has considerable experience in arbitration, representing international clients including contractors and manufacturers, in sectors such as oil, gas and defence.

    • Gitanjali is a truly exceptional lawyer. She knows all the details and does not leave a stone unturned. At the same time, she has an innate understanding of our needs and priorities.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
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  • Stephen Webb
    Stephen Webb

    Stephen Webb

    Stephen Webb is based in Brisbane in Queensland, where he heads the practice and regularly takes a leading role on key mandates. He brings to his work a highly relevant background in construction, energy and resources and infrastructure finance issues.

    • You will not find a more client-focused lawyer than Stephen. He addresses not just legal needs but the whole of the business, enabling advice to be given in context. He’s brilliant and dedicated.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
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