Practice Groups: High-Stakes Litigation; Appellate Advocacy; Dispute Resolution; Real Estate

Overview

U Maung Maung Aye is a Senior Counsel at Myo Win & Associates and an Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar. With a career defined by the highest level of judicial service, he retired as the Chief Justice of the High Court of the Bago Region.

His practice focuses on complex dispute resolution and appellate advocacy. Having ascended through every level of the judiciary—from Township and District Judge to High Court Judge and ultimately Chief Justice—U Maung Maung Aye possesses a definitive and practical understanding of the Myanmar legal landscape. He is frequently sought out for his expert legal opinions and strategic oversight in high-profile civil, criminal, and commercial matters that demand deep technical precision, judicial foresight, and authoritative insight.

Experience

• Appellate Advocacy: Representing clients in complex appeals before superior courts and providing strategic reviews of lower court decisions.
• Commercial Litigation: Navigating intricate business disputes with a focus on risk mitigation, procedural rigor, and judicial enforceability.
• Dispute Resolution: Serving as a senior legal strategist in mediation and litigation involving high-value assets and state-level legal issues.
• Real Estate: Advising on large-scale property disputes and addressing the legal complexities surrounding land ownership and title claims in Myanmar.

Professional Appointments & Education

• Former Chief Justice: High Court of the Bago Region
• Judicial Career: Former High Court Judge, District Judge, and Township Judge
• Admissions: Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar; Higher Grade Pleader
• Education: Register of Laws (R.L.), Yangon University (1984)
• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Yangon University (1973)

Contact
+95 9444017756
mgmg.aye@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: White-Collar Crime; Specialist Criminal Defense; Complex Civil Litigation; Contractual Disputes

Overview

U Thein Naing is a Senior Counsel at Myo Win & Associates and a veteran Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar. With a distinguished career spanning nearly 38 years, he is widely recognized as one of the country’s most eminent practitioners in Criminal Law and High-Stakes Litigation.

He is renowned for his mastery of trial advocacy, particularly his ability to conduct incisive cross-examinations and methodically dismantle complex evidentiary claims. U Thein Naing specializes in navigating intricate legal challenges and is known for developing strategic “last-resort” solutions while constructing compelling legal narratives grounded in meticulous factual analysis. His strategic intensity and profound command of the penal and procedural codes position him as a formidable representative for clients confronting serious legal exposure.

Experience

• Specialist Criminal Defense: Representing clients in high-profile criminal matters, with particular emphasis on white-collar crime and complex penal litigation.
• Trial Advocacy: Delivering expert cross-examination and courtroom strategy, providing rigorous defense through forensic attention to evidentiary detail.
• Contractual Disputes: Advising on the enforcement and litigation of high-value commercial contracts, breach of duty claims, and related civil actions.
• Crisis Management: Providing strategic legal counsel in high-pressure litigation environments requiring immediate, decisive, and creative legal intervention.

Professional Admissions

• Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar (Admitted 1988)
• Higher Grade Pleader

Contact

+95 9 5081658
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Judicial Advisory; Real Estate & Land Law; Criminal & Civil Litigation; Corporate Governance

Overview

U Than Htwe is a Senior Consultant at Myo Win & Associates with a distinguished career spanning over 28 years within the Myanmar Judiciary. Having served as a Deputy District Judge at the Yangon West District Court and presided over benches in ten different townships, he offers clients an unparalleled “insider’s perspective” on judicial reasoning, courtroom dynamics, and procedural strategy.

In private practice, U Than Htwe acts as a strategic advisor on complex litigation mandates, ensuring that case theories are meticulously structured and aligned with judicial expectations. His expertise is particularly sought after in high-stakes real estate disputes and corporate compliance matters, where a deep understanding of Myanmar’s legal evolution and procedural framework is essential.

Experience

• Judicial Advisory: Providing strategic trial guidance and comprehensive risk assessment in complex civil and criminal proceedings.
• Real Estate & Property: Advising on land-use regulations, title disputes, zoning issues, and high-value property litigation.
• Corporate & Commercial: Counseling clients on statutory compliance, governance frameworks, and regulatory obligations under the Myanmar Companies Law.
• Legal Translation & Documentation: Delivering professional mutual translation (English–Myanmar) for official legal instruments, ensuring linguistic precision and regulatory compliance in formal submissions.

Professional Appointments & Education

• Former Deputy District Judge: Yangon West District Court
• Judicial Career: Served in various judicial capacities across ten townships in Myanmar
• Community Leadership: Vice President, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Yangon
• Education: B.A., University of Yangon (1986)

Contact

+95 9976135399

inquiry@myowinandassociates.com

www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Banking & Finance Litigation; International & Domestic Arbitration; Corporate Regulatory & Compliance; Real Estate

Overview

U Zayar Aung is a Senior Counsel at Myo Win & Associates and a licensed Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar. He specializes in high-stakes litigation and specialized legal advisory services, with a focused practice at the intersection of corporate infrastructure and judicial enforcement.

He has developed a strong reputation for managing complex civil and criminal mandates, particularly in matters involving financial institutions and cross-border enforcement. U Zayar Aung is highly experienced in the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards and banking security enforcement proceedings, making him a key advisor for international entities operating within Myanmar. His practice further encompasses comprehensive regulatory oversight, including corporate governance advisory, internal investigations, and strategic engagement with regulatory authorities.

Experience

• Arbitration & Enforcement: Advising on the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards and managing civil execution proceedings before Myanmar courts.
• Banking & Finance Litigation: Leading security enforcement actions, debt recovery mandates, and complex financial litigation for major banking institutions.
• Corporate Compliance & Investigations: Drafting and implementing corporate compliance frameworks, ensuring regulatory alignment, and conducting sensitive internal investigations.
• Real Estate & Civil Litigation: Representing clients in high-value property disputes and multi-party civil lawsuits with a strategic focus on enforceable judicial outcomes.

Professional Admissions & Education

• Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar (Admitted 2016)
• Higher Grade Pleader (Admitted 2010)
• Education: LL.B., Dagon University (2005)

Contact

+95 9 5043261
zayyar.aung@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs; Family & Matrimonial Law; Real Estate; Civil & Commercial Litigation

Overview

Daw Tin Ma Ma is a Senior Counsel at Myo Win & Associates and a licensed Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar. With over 15 years of professional experience, she effectively bridges complex courtroom litigation with high-level government relations and regulatory advisory.

She specializes in navigating Myanmar’s administrative and regulatory frameworks, particularly in matters involving land tenure, taxation, and the formal registration of deeds and legal instruments. In her litigation practice, Daw Tin Ma Ma is recognized for her disciplined approach to witness examination and strategic trial preparation. She also advises corporate clients on legal due diligence and risk assessments for infrastructure and securities transactions, ensuring that commercial objectives are achieved in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Experience

• Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs: Acting as an expert liaison with administrative authorities on land-use approvals, complex taxation issues, and formal registration procedures.
• Family & Matrimonial Law: Providing empathetic yet strategically grounded representation in sensitive family disputes, inheritance matters, and marriage-related legal proceedings.
• Real Estate & Infrastructure: Conducting comprehensive due diligence, drafting high-value property agreements, and managing legal risk in large-scale land and infrastructure transactions.
• Commercial Litigation: Representing clients in diverse proceedings involving contractual breaches, criminal defense matters, and civil execution suits.

Professional Admissions & Education

• Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar (Admitted 2017)
• Higher Grade Pleader (Admitted 2011)
• Education: LL.B., Dagon University

Contact

+95 9 445255265
tinma.ma@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Corporate & Commercial; Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC) & FDI; Regulatory Compliance; Commercial Litigation

Overview

U Myat Than Kyaw is an Advocate and the Head of the Corporate and Investment Division at Myo Win & Associates. He specializes in navigating the complexities of foreign direct investment (FDI) and corporate structuring in Myanmar, providing strategic advisory services to international investors and domestic corporations.

As the lead of the firm’s Corporate and Investment practice, U Myat Than Kyaw oversees the full lifecycle of investment projects—from securing Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC) permits and endorsements to managing complex regulatory compliance, corporate restructuring, and share transfers. His dual expertise as a litigator enables him to deliver comprehensive counsel, safeguarding clients’ commercial interests in corporate negotiations while maintaining the capability to represent them effectively in high-stakes commercial disputes before the courts.

Experience

• Corporate & FDI Leadership: Directing the firm’s investment portfolio, including company incorporation, share restructuring, winding-up procedures, and regulatory navigation under the MIC framework.
• Licensing & Regulatory Affairs: Overseeing regional and state investment endorsements, import-export licensing, and ensuring compliance with Myanmar’s evolving statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Commercial Litigation: Representing financial institutions and multinational corporations in judicial proceedings arising from contractual breaches, partnership disputes, and commercial claims.
• Transaction Advisory: Managing legal structuring for large-scale projects, conducting due diligence, and implementing risk mitigation strategies to prevent regulatory violations and minimize litigation exposure.

Professional Admissions & Education

• Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar
• Licensed Higher Grade Pleader (Admitted 2016)
• Education: LL.B., East Yangon University (2014)

Contact

+95 9 250155685
corporate@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Commercial & Civil Litigation; Debt Recovery & Security Enforcement; Real Estate Litigation; Intellectual Property Enforcement

Overview

U Myo Min Thu is a prominent Advocate at Myo Win & Associates and serves as the Head of the Kabaraye Office Branch. He is a specialist litigator with a formidable track record in resolving complex commercial and civil disputes through Myanmar’s court system.

He is particularly recognized for his expertise in execution proceedings and security enforcement, regularly representing financial institutions in the recovery of loan securities and the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. His practice spans the full spectrum of contentious matters, including intricate shareholder disputes, contractual conflicts, and high-value real estate litigation. Fluent in Myanmar and Chinese, U Myo Min Thu is frequently engaged by regional clients requiring strategic, assertive, and results-driven representation before Myanmar courts.

Experience

• Commercial Litigation: Leading trial strategies in complex contractual breaches, shareholder disputes, and multi-party commercial conflicts.
• Debt Recovery & Enforcement: Specializing in bank security enforcement, mortgage-backed recovery actions, and the execution of civil court decrees and foreign arbitral awards.
• Real Estate & Property Disputes: Representing clients in high-stakes land litigation involving ownership claims, mortgage disputes, and estate-related conflicts.
• Intellectual Property Advocacy: Protecting client interests through litigation of IP rights violations and enforcement of trademark protections.

Professional Admissions & Education

• Advocate of the Supreme Court of Myanmar
• Member of the Insein Bar Association
• Education: LL.B., Taunggyi University (2014)
• Languages: Myanmar; Chinese (Fluent)

Contact

+95 9 260167680
myomin.thu@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com

Practice Groups: Real Estate & Property; Intellectual Property; Civil Litigation

Overview

Chen Paung Luu is an Associate at Myo Win & Associates, focusing on Real Estate transactions and Intellectual Property law. Since 2021, she has built a strong foundation in the real estate sector, advising clients on title due diligence, land-use regulations, and property dispute resolution.

In addition to her real estate practice, Chen is actively engaged in the Firm’s Intellectual Property division. She is currently pursuing a Diploma in Intellectual Property (DIPL) at the University of Yangon to further strengthen her ability to assist clients in safeguarding intangible assets alongside their physical property interests.

Experience

• Real Estate: Facilitating high-value property transfers, conducting comprehensive title searches, and drafting lease and sale-purchase agreements.
• Civil Litigation: Supporting senior counsel in property-related litigation and broader civil disputes before Myanmar courts.
• Regulatory Compliance: Advising individual and corporate clients on local administrative procedures and regulatory filings.

Education & Admissions

• Education: B.A., Sittwe University (2018)
• Diploma in Intellectual Property (DIPL): University of Yangon (Candidate)
• Professional Admission: Higher Grade Pleader

Contact

+95 9 421 729 482
corporate@myowinandassociates.com
www.myowinandassociates.com