ASEAN

ASEAN

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Home to four of the world's fastest-growing economies, the ASEAN region has remained an inviting investment destination with a thriving economy despite headwinds brought upon by global conflicts and supply chain disruptions. Poised to become the world's fourth largest economy by 2030, remarkable development within the region is projected to continue, with GDP growth averaging 5.4% in recent years.

The first global pan-ASEAN law firm, Dentons ASEAN has an established history in Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam. We will continue to grow our presence through combinations with exceptional local firms across the ASEAN region and help clients navigate change wherever they are located.

Designed to be different, Dentons ASEAN can help clients grow, protect, operate and finance their businesses. Our polycentric and purpose-driven approach, together with our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and ESG, ensures we challenge the status quo to stay focused on what matters most to them.

In the new dynamic decade, clients continue to be confronted with complex scenarios and want to work with a purpose-driven law firm that has the experience and confidence to help them thrive wherever they are located. Through our combinations with firms that are leaders in their respective communities and local markets, Dentons is ideally positioned to support our clients everywhere in ASEAN and around the globe.

As a regional firm, we regularly represent a diverse clientele across a broad spectrum of industries in the following practice areas:

Arbitration
Banking and Finance
Capital Markets
Competition and Antitrust
Corporate
Employment and Labor
Environment and Natural Resources
Energy
Franchising and Distribution
Infrastructure and PPP
Insurance
Intellectual Property and Technology
Life Sciences
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Mergers and Acquisitions
Mining
Privacy and Cybersecurity
Private Equity
Real Estate
Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Tax
Trade, WTO and Customs
Transportation
Trusts, Estates and Wealth Preservation
Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Companies
White Collar and Government Investigations

Rankings & Recognitions

Indonesia Rankings:

Asialaw Profile 2025: 16 Industry Sectors and 5 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025: 4 Practices and 2 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers Global 2022: 1 Practice Ranked
IFLR1000 2024/25 (34th Edition): 7 Practices and 8 Lawyers Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 10 Practices and 5 Lawyers Ranked

Malaysia Rankings:

Asialaw Profiles 2024: 5 Industry Sectors, 7 Practices and 4 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2024 & 2025: 5 Practices and 6 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers Global 2023 & 2024: 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked
Chambers & Partners Fintech Guide 2024 & 2025: 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked
IFLR1000 2024/25 (34th Edition): 6 Practices and 7 Lawyers Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 9 Practices and 6 Lawyers Ranked

Myanmar Rankings:

Chambers Asia-Pacific 2023: 1 Practice Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked

Philippines Rankings:

Asia Business Law Journal 2023: 6 Practices Ranked
Asia Business Law Journal 2024: A-List of the Philippines’ Top 100 Lawyers – 6 Lawyers Ranked
Asialaw Profiles 2024: 5 Industry Sectors, 7 Practices and 6 Lawyers Ranked
Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2023: 1 Lawyer Ranked
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2024: 3 Practices and 1 Lawyer Ranked
Chambers Global 2024: 3 Practices and 1 Lawyer Ranked
IFLR1000 2024/25 (34th Edition): 7 Practices and 4 Lawyers Ranked
In-House Community Counsel 2021: 4 Practices Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 6 Practices and 2 Lawyers Ranked

Singapore Rankings:

Asialaw Leading Lawyers 2024: 22 Lawyers Ranked
Asialaw Profiles 2024: 8 Industry Sectors and 12 Practices Ranked
Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2024: 10 Practices and 17 Lawyers Ranked
Best Lawyers Singapore 2025: 32 Lawyers Recognised
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025: 18 Practices and 28 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers Global 2024: 7 Practices and 8 Lawyers Ranked
Chambers & Partners Fintech Guide 2025: 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked
Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide 2024: 2 Practices and 1 Lawyer Ranked
IFLR1000 2024/25 (34th Edition): 15 Practices and 24 Lawyers Ranked
Lexology Index 2025: Global Leaders – 5 Lawyers Ranked
Lexology Index 2024: Global Leaders – 6 Lawyers Ranked
Lexology Index 2024: Global Elite Thought Leaders – 1 Lawyer Ranked
Lexology Index 2024: National Leaders – 11 Lawyers Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 25 Practices and 13 Lawyers Ranked
The Straits Times & Statista: Singapore’s Best Law Firms 2025

Vietnam Rankings:

Asia Business Law Journal 2024: A-List of the Vietnam’s Top 100 Lawyers – 3 Lawyers Ranked
Asia Business Law Journal 2024: Vietnam Law Firm of the Year Award – 4 Practices Ranked
Asialaw Profiles 2024: 4 Practices Ranked
Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2024: 3 Practices and 1 Lawyer Ranked
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025: 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked
IFLR1000 2024/25 (34th Edition): 1 Practice and 1 Lawyer Ranked
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025: 3 Practices and 1 Lawyers Ranked

Recognition

Senior Partner Ray Chiang recognised amongst Top International Lawyers handling India-related matters for the second year running by India Business Law Journal

April 2, 2025

Senior Partner and co-head of Dentons Rodyk’s India practice, Ray Chiang, has once again been named as one of the top 100 international lawyers handling India-related matters by the India Business Law Journal in its latest International A-List 2025.

Partner Bui Thi Viet Ha named in Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers 2025 by Asian Legal Business

March 24, 2025

We’re pleased to share that Mrs. Bui Thi Viet Ha, Partner at Dentons LuatViet, has been recognized in the Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers 2025 by Asian Legal Business (Thomson Reuters).

Senior Partner Catherine Lee Recognised Amongst Asia's Most Highly Recommended TMT Lawyers by ALB

March 21, 2025

Senior Partner and Head of Dentons Rodyk’s Trademarks, Franchising & Distribution practices, Catherine Lee, has been recognised amongst the region’s most highly recommended TMT lawyers by Asian Legal Business.

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Insights

An analysis of GIQ v Comptroller of Income Tax [2025] SGITBR 1

April 9, 2025

Singapore: The ITBR’s recent decision in GIQ v Comptroller of Income Tax clarifies the income-capital distinction for gains from debt recoveries and loan repurchases in the debt factoring business.

Guide to retail success: The sale of cosmetic products in Singapore

April 2, 2025

Singapore: With Singapore’s demand for cosmetic products growing steadily over the years, the Singapore beauty and personal care industry has become an attractive market for new businesses to enter. This article will explore the key legal requirements that potential importers, manufacturers, distributors or retailers of cosmetic products will need to be aware of before placing their cosmetic products on the market in Singapore.

Condition and duration for the application of incentive policies and support for new energy electricity development

March 25, 2025

Vietnam: With the rising demand for energy consumption, especially amid strong economic growth, Vietnam's commitment to transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable and new energy sources is not only essential for boosting electricity production but also crucial for achieving its net-zero emissions target by 2050.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Senior Partner Ray Chiang recognised amongst Top International Lawyers handling India-related matters for the second year running by India Business Law Journal

April 2, 2025

Partner Bui Thi Viet Ha named in Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers 2025 by Asian Legal Business

March 24, 2025

We’re pleased to share that Mrs. Bui Thi Viet Ha, Partner at Dentons LuatViet, has been recognized in the Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers 2025 by Asian Legal Business (Thomson Reuters).