Our Clients

 

BNG Legal exists to serve its clients. Our broad client base ranges from the world's largest companies investing in Cambodia, to individuals seeking a child to adopt. No matter their size, all our clients receive the same zealous representation and attention to their individual concerns. The following matters are representative of the type of work we perform on behalf of our clients. Our duty of confidentiality requires us to withhold our clients' anonymity

Banking & Finance

Corporate

Intellectual Property

Labor & Employment

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Maritime Law

Mining & Energy

Non-Governmental Organizations

Private Client Services

Real Estate & Construction

Trade & Commerce

 

Banking & Finance

Project

Client

Description

Establishment of Local Commercial Bank

Korean Investors

BNG Legal was co-counsel to a Korean company in successfully establishing a Cambodian commercial bank.

Banking and Finance

Global UK-based law firm

BNG Legal was retained to provide expertise on Cambodian banking laws to complete an acquisition by an international in Cambodia.

Share Acquisition

Foreign Investment Fund

BNG Legal assisted the client in all facets of the bank acquisition including due diligence, advice on relevant Cambodian laws and negotiation and drafting the purchase and related agreements.

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Corporate

Project

Client

Description

Factory Sale

Foreign-owned garment factory

BNG Legal advised and drafted this garment factory in the sale of its Cambodian assets. BNG Legal used its knowledge of Cambodian contract law to advise and draft the asset sales agreements.

Acquisition and Due Diligence

Global Oil and Gas Group

BNG Legal represented one of the world's largest oil and gas groups in its acquisition of a competitor's Cambodian asset, and established its legal operating entity.

Stock Exchange Listing

Regional Agricultural Conglomerate

The client requested the expertise of BNG Legal with respect to offering legal advice fora company listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. BNG provided ongoing support as Cambodian legal counsel to the successful initial public offering (HK 200 million) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange of a group of companies trading agricultural products across Southeast Asia.

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Intellectual Property

Project

Client

Description

Anti-Counterfeit Counseling and Enforcement

Global Car and Machinery Manufacturer

In addition to registering its IP assets, BNG Legal has developed and implemented practical solutions to combat counterfeits entering the Cambodian market.

Copyright Infringement Litigation

American Radio Broadcaster

BNG Legal successfully defended, in Cambodian court, a US-based radio station against claims of copyright infringement brought by a local newspaper.

Trademark, Patent, and Industrial Design

Multiple International Corporations and Law Firms

BNG Legal has one of the leading IP prosecution practices in Cambodia. We register, maintain, and monitor a multitude of IPRs for clients around the world.

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Labor & Employment

Project

Client

Description

Termination Agreement

International Environmental Non-profit Organization

BNG Legal advised our client on the termination of its employees.

Employment Dispute

American Radio Broadcaster

BNG Legal defended our client in arbitration proceedings brought by former employees.

Immigration Advice

Global Management Consulting Company

BNG Legal advised on visas and work permits for the client's consultants, and the establishment of a local representative office.

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Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Project

Client

Description

White-Collar Theft

Major European Airline

BNG Legal pursued in criminal court a former employee for the theft of corporate assets.

Litigation Support

German Insurance Company

BNG Legal advised the defendant in this complex personal injury case, working across multiple parties and jurisdictions

Litigation Support

Leading International Airline

BNG Legal is assisting the client with respect to an insurance claim resulting from a plane crash

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Maritime Law

Project

Client

Description

Advice on Maritime Law

International Shipping Company

A ship was arrested as a vessel under the Cambodian flag in the Suez Canal and the client requested advice regarding Cambodian maritime law and the possible filing of a lien on the vessel with the International Ship Registry of Cambodia. BNG Legal advised on the Cambodian legal framework, as well as practical considerations so that the client could proceed against the owners of the ship.

Advice on Vessel Registration

Russian Commercial Bank

The owners of two vessels, mortgaged by a Russian bank, wished to change the registration of the vessels to Cambodia. The bank required our assessment of the risk of loss. BNG Legal advised on the requirements and procedure under Cambodian laws for registering and mortgaging a ship with the International Ship Registry of Cambodia.

Litigation

International Shipping Company

Using our knowledge of Cambodian maritime law, BNG Legal defended the shipper and negotiated a settlement agreement resulting from an alleged breach of contract.

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Mining & Energy

Project

Client

Description

Acquisition and Due Diligence

Global Oil and Gas Group

BNG Legal represented one of the world's largest oil and gas groups in its acquisition of a competitor's Cambodian asset, and established its legal operating entity.

Petroleum Exploration and Production

Leading European Oil and Gas Company

A global petroleum company required assistance with their bidding on a contract to exploit the gas fields off the coast of Cambodia. BNG provided advised on a range of matters in connection with intended petroleum exploration and production in the Gulf of Thailand.

Contract Review

Global Mining and Resource Company

The world's leading mining company has used BNG Legal's superior knowledge of Cambodian law to review a range of agreements. BNG Legal used its expertise in the areas of taxation, insurance, arbitration, labor law and contract law to ensure compliance with Cambodian regulations.

Mining License Due Diligence

Regional Mining Group

BNG Legal performed the due diligence on eight mining exploration licenses registered at the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy.

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Non-Governmental Organizations

Project

Client

Description

NGO Setup

American Health Sector NGO

BNG Legal has advised and processed the registration of this international NGO. BNG has liaised with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to ensure that the relevant documents are processed in a timely manner.

NGO Setup

Individual Client

BNG is assisting a client with the setup of a local NGO in Cambodia. We have highlighted the required documents, explained the procedure involved and have coordinated with the local authorities.

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Private Client Services

Project

Client

Description

Inter-Country Adoption

Multiple Individual Clients

BNG Legal has assisted numerous clients from countries all over the world, including the USA, the UK and Australia, adopt through the Cambodian legally through the Cambodian government. We have assisted clients in obtaining documents from their relevant embassies, processing documents with the Cambodian government and dealing with any other matters relevant to the adoption process.

Marriage and Divorce Counseling

Multiple Individual Clients

BNG Legal has drafted prenuptial agreements, advised on the marriage process and assisted with the divorce proceedings including the division of matrimonial property. Our clients come from a variety of countries including the United States of America, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.

Immigration and Work Permits

Multiple Individual Clients

BNG Legal has helped many foreign individuals obtain visas, work permits, and immigration papers.

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Real Estate & Construction

Project

Client

Description

Resort Development

Hong Kong-based Venture Capital Firm

BNG Legal performed land and corporate due diligence for this venture capital firm's property investments in Sihanoukville.

Casino

International Investment Banking and Management Firm

BNG Legal assisted the client with the acquisition of a major casino and associated licenses.

Office and Residential Tower

Korean Investor

BNG Legal advised our client on the biggest mixed-use construction project in Cambodia to date. Our advice focused on project finance and secured lending for construction purposes. We provided detailed legal opinions on the legality and security of loan facilities drafted security documents, and liased with Government authorities during the mortgage filing process.

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Trade & Commerce

Project

Client

Description

Product Registration

American Nutritional

Product Manufacturer

BNG Legal is assisting the client with respect to registering their products and establishing their direct marketing business in Cambodia.

Drafting of Distribution Agreements

Vietnamese Agricultural Product Supplier

BNG Legal was retained to draft distributor agreements, and counseled on their successful implementation.

Franchise Network Agreements

Swiss Watchmaker

BNG Legal reviewed the franchise agreements of this world-reknown watchmaker for compliance with Cambodian law.

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