Staying updated on the regulatory environment is crucial but complicated work. Our specialized regulatory lawyers are here to help you adhere to all relevant laws and regulations for your business.
Companies with a Permit or Endorsement from the Myanmar Investment Commission are subject to additional regulatory restrictions and are required to provide to report on a periodic basis.
Myanmar has significant capital controls in place, restricting the remittance of foreign currency. Our lawyers can assist on obtaining necessary approvals and ensuring that payments are made compliantly.
Our lawyers have extensive experience obtaining Central Bank of Myanmar approval for offshore loans, as well as for restructuring, cancelling and transferring them.
We support clients in the financial sector on a wide variety of their compliance obligations including advising on anti-money laundering, reporting, corporate governance, operating restrictions.
The telecommunications sector is highly regulated with a detailed licening regime and specific competition regulations. Our team is well versed in the regulatory framework and the processes of obtaining the necessary approvals.
The development of the competition framework is recent in Myanmar and is often not fully appreciated. SCM Legal assists clients on the full spectrum of competition matters, whether it relates to concerns on a transaction or on price maintenance issues.
From product safety, standards and labelling our team is up to date with the latest regulations and practicing affecting consumer products.
Navigating Myanmar's legal landscape can be complex. Our firm offers a unique blend of international legal expertise and local market knowledge. We provide practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to your business needs.
Our lawyers are specialists who bring extensive experience from working at global law firms and are recognized for their expertise. All our partners are ranked by leading global legal directories.
Our strong local team is supported by senior international lawyers based in-country. This lets us keep our finger on the pulse, allowing us to address matters swiftly and effectively.
Our clients have access to various pricing structures to meet their requirements and ensure clarity with legal expenses. We are open to alternative billing arrangements like fixed fees, retainer arrangements, and subscriptions.
We understand that timing is critical for our clients wanting to get on with business. SCM Legal is committed to delivering our service reliably within prompt timeframes and quickly responding to queries.