Phnom Penh-based Tilleke & Gibbins (Cambodia) Ltd. provides a full-service platform for multinational clients, with particular strength in market entry transactions. The firm is highly regarded for its intellectual property practice, especially with regard to enforcement litigation. Jay Cohen leads the team, who oversees a broad practice encompassing banking and finance, corporate/M&A, and project development. Senior associate David Mol is recommended for his work on due diligence, company formation, and licensing matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Absolutely professional, responsive, knowledgeable, service-oriented, and fully up to speed on all local and regional legal information.’
- ‘Jay Cohen and his team of international and local personnel are amongst the best in the business. Always courteous and responsive, and no information is given until fully researched, checked and considered. It is a pleasure to deal with Jay and this firm at all times.’
Key clients
- Advanced Bank of Asia Limited
- Baramey Production
- CIA FIRST International School
- Meta
- Palladium
- Pfizer
- Red Bull
- Oji Holdings Corporation
Work highlights
Advising a major technology company on Employee Stock purchase plan and acquisition of a local delivery company in Cambodia.
Advised Oji Holdings Corporation on competition law matters related to its acquisition of Walki Group, facilitated by Bird & Bird.
Successfully advised Baramey Production in an innovative Cambodian brand ambassadorship for one of Cambodia's most popular pop stars.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Jay Cohen
Other key lawyers
David Mol