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JLA, Advogados e Consultores, Lda

General Business Law

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Timor-Leste


JLA, Advogados e Consultores, Lda

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General Business Law - Timor-Leste

Band 3

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What the Team is Known For
JLA, Advogados e Consultores, Lda is a Dili-based firm, well placed to advise on a range of local work, including contractual arrangements in the oil and gas sector, infrastructure development and taxation questions. The firm also acts for leading banks and other financial services providers on loans and other financing agreements, with additional expertise in aviation.
Strengths

One of the key strengths that distinguishes this department is its deep understanding of the regional legal and regulatory environment, particularly in the context of Timor-Leste.

What distinguishes the firm is its strong local connections, responsiveness and growing market presence. The team is well connected, proactive and consistently provides timely, practical solutions.

Work Highlights

JLA advised Dili Development Company on the structuring and development of the new CBD 17 and 18 in Díli, a twin tower to be located across the street from Timor-Plaza.

Notable practitioners
Lukeno Alkatiri
Lukeno Alkatiri offers experience of multiple practice areas, with experience in public and commercial law matters, including both transactional and contentious mandates.

Lukeno delivers an exceptional level of service, combining legal expertise with responsiveness and clear communication.

Lukeno is a pragmatic and well-connected lawyer with strong local insight, known for his responsiveness, commercial awareness and commitment.

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