Chambers Review
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General Business Law - Cambodia
What the Team is Known For
Sok Siphana Sethalay has a highly regarded local team that advises an international clientele on a variety of work including IP, banking, project finance, corporate, and disputes mandates. The team offers notable expertise in property development projects, regularly representing multinational Asian real estate investors and developers. The firm operates a dedicated foreign desk to assist Chinese clients investing in Cambodia. It has offices in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.
Strengths
The firm provides one-stop legal services and is responsive. The team has a strong understanding of the industry, evidenced by its ability to identify emerging trends and anticipate market changes.
Sok Siphana Sethalay is very knowledgeable in Cambodian law, and is also very adept at applying the law to our industry. This is a strong team that always responds rapidly, even after hours.
Work Highlights
Sok Siphana Sethalay advised ISI Group on the acquisition of a rubber-plantation concession intended for conversion into the ISI Special Economic Zone.
Notable practitioners
We have been very happy with the work provided by Matthew, his professionalism and experience.
Matthew Rendall's personal attachment to the country gives him a very good understanding of how things work and a gold-plated contact list.
We were very happy with the way Darren handles multiple workstreams and takes the time to give advice.
We recognise Daron's deep knowledge, professionalism, and approachable demeanor. We would gladly work with him again in the future.
Mealy Khieu is acknowledged for the depth of her expertise in the banking sector. She has experience advising on finance and investment mandates as well as on dispute resolution.
Mealy combines deep legal expertise with a friendly yet strategic approach. She will always be our first choice for any legal matters.
Mealy Khieu's deep legal knowledge, combined with her approachable and high-value professionalism, makes her stand out not just in Cambodia but globally. She's undoubtedly a great asset to Cambodia.
Vanseka Sok is managing partner at the firm and an expert in corporate law. She is renowned for her close links with key regulators in Cambodia and for her ability to advise on government-led projects.
Vanseka is a good and strong lawyer.