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VDB Loi has hired Myo Nyunt, a former director of Myanmar’s Supreme Court and appellate judge, as a senior counsel in its offices in Yangon and Naypyitaw.

Currently an advocate to the Supreme Court, Myo Nyunt is one of Myanmar’s most distinguished senior lawyers, and a specialist in commercial matters.

“We’re very happy to announce such a senior hire for our offices in Yangon and Naypyitaw,” said Jean Loi, managing partner of VDB Loi, in a statement. “Mr. Nyunt’s vast knowledge of the Myanmar legal system is a perfect complement to the existing team which comprises foreign and local lawyers and tax advisers. It really underscores the level of ‘on the ground’ experience we deliver.”

A specialised legal and tax services firm, VDB Loi has more than 50 lawyers and tax advisers in its offices in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Indonesia, Singapore, and Vietnam.

Ranajit Dam is Southeast Asia Editor at ALB. Follow us on Twitter: @ALB_Magazine.

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