May Thet Hnynn has over five years of legal practice focused on banking and finance, cross-border transactions, corporate matters, and funds. She advises financial institutions, corporate clients, and international investors on Myanmar law matters, with experience across financing, investment, corporate, and regulatory work.
Prior to joining IICOLE, May worked at leading regional law firms in Myanmar and Beijing, where she gained experience in domestic and cross-border transactional matters. She is admitted as a Higher Grade Pleader before the Supreme Court of the Union of Myanmar and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Comparative Law at the China University of Political Science and Law.
Education
- China University of Political Science and Law, China (Ph.D. in Comparative Law, ongoing)
- Liaoning University, China (LL.M in International Law, 2025)
- Yangon University of Distance Education, Myanmar (LL.M, 2021)
- Dagon University, Myanmar (LL.B, 2018)
Experience
- IICOLE (2026 – present)
- Merits & Tree Law Offices, Beijing (2025 – 2026)
- VDB Loi Myanmar (2022)
- Allen & Gledhill Myanmar (2018 – 2022)
Languages
- Burmese, English, Chinese (Limited working capacity)
Main Work
- Banking and Finance, M&A
Major Activities
- Advised major regional and local banks, including OCBC, UOB, Bangkok Bank, and Myanmar Apex Bank, on onshore and offshore loan transactions in Myanmar.
- Drafted loan agreements, security documents, corporate approvals, and other transaction documents for banking and finance matters.
- Conducted legal due diligence and prepared transaction reports for M&A projects in Myanmar and the Philippines.
- Assisted Chinese clients with the preparation of fund-related legal documents, including private placement memoranda, investment management agreements, for the establishment of approved funds in the British Virgin Islands.
Contact Us
Address
Room No.106, Rangoun Business Centre, No.97, West Shwe Gone Ding Street, Bahan Township, Yangon, Myanmar.
Phone
+95 975 277 8589
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