Experienced Founders of Our Law Firm

Practice Areas: Mergers & Acquisitions, Labor & Employment, Licensing & Regulatory, Telecommunications, Logistics, Construction, Finance, Dispute Resolution

Kyi Chan Nyein is a Myanmar qualified lawyer and founder of K & A Legal Alliance, who provides legal advice in both Japanese and the Myanmar language to mainly Japanese companies that are considering expanding or which have already expanded their businesses into Myanmar.

He specializes in mergers & acquisitions including legal due diligence, drafting, and executing and negotiating joint-venture and share transfer agreements; labor & employment matters including dispute resolution between employers and employees, and redundancy arrangements, etc.; the acquisition of various licenses for various business sectors; negotiations with Myanmar government authorities for various projects; and general legal research relating to Myanmar.

He also has a wide range of experience advising on matters relating to telecommunications, logistics, construction, finance and dispute resolution.

Kyi Chan Nyein has a broad network in Myanmar including with government authorities, through his involvement in various law-reform projects, research on Myanmar’s legal system, and his long-term experience in Myanmar.

He is the recipient of several awards including Asialaw Leading Lawyers 2017 (Rising Star), Asialaw Profiles 2018 (Recommended Individuals), and Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022 (Associates to Watch).

Managing Partner · 20 yrs experience

Kyi Chan Nyein

Education

Waseda University Graduate School of Law, Public International Law (LL.M.)
Waseda University (LL.B.)
Center for Japanese Language Waseda University (Japanese Language Advanced Course)
University of Taunggyi (LL.B.)

Languages

Myanmar

Japanese

English

Professional Experiences

2014 – 2025 - Nishimura & Asahi Yangon Office
2006 – 2007 - LEARNERS English & Japanese Centre (Myanmar)
2005 – 2006 - Myat Kaung & Partners Law Firm (Myanmar)

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Kyi's Awards and Recognition

Kyi Chan Nyein has been recognized for his outstanding legal expertise and contributions to the profession through numerous prestigious awards. His accolades include:

Asialaw Leading Lawyers 2017 – Rising Star
Asialaw Profiles 2018 – Recommended Individual
IFLR1000 – Rising Star in Finance and Corporate
Chambers Asia-Pacific – Recognized in the General Business Law category (2022, 2023, 2024)
Chambers Global 2025 – Ranked in General Business Law

These recognitions underscore his commitment to excellence and his growing influence in the field of international and corporate law.

Practice Areas: General Corporate Advisory, Cross-border Transactions, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Regulatory Compliance, Employment Law, Dispute Resolution

Saw Nyan Htun is a Myanmar-qualified lawyer and co-founder of K & A Legal Alliance. He provides legal advice in both English and Myanmar to foreign and local companies that are planning to enter, or have already established operations in, Myanmar.

His practice covers a wide range of legal services, including general corporate advisory, cross-border transactions, foreign direct investment (FDI), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), regulatory compliance, employment law, and dispute resolution.

He has played a key role in assisting international investors with structuring and executing investments in Myanmar, including securing approvals from regulatory bodies such as the Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC) and Special Economic Zone Management Committees.

Saw Nyan Htun is known for his ability to bridge local legal frameworks with international standards, offering strategic guidance on business formation, joint ventures, corporate governance, and shareholder arrangements.

His expertise in cross-border transactions and M&A is backed by a strong track record in legal due diligence, contract negotiation, and post-deal integration.

He also advises clients on regulatory compliance, helping businesses navigate licensing, reporting obligations, and sector-specific regulations.

He supports companies with drafting contracts, developing workplace policies, and resolving labor disputes in employment laws in Myanmar.

He acts as a liaison between foreign investors and local litigators to ensure that legal outcomes align with global expectations.

Partner · 13 yrs experience

Saw Nyan Htun

Education

Yangon University (LL.M.)
Yangon University (LL.B.)
Assumption University (B.S.)
Mawlamyine University (B.A.)

Languages

Myanmar

English

Professional Experiences

2018 – 2025 - Associate, Nishimura & Asahi, Yangon Office
2014 – 2016 - Paralegal, Nishimura & Asahi, Yangon Office
2013 – 2014 - Business Development/Knowledge Coordinator, Baker & McKenzie, Yangon
2012 – 2013 - Business Coordinator, Baker & McKenzie, Bangkok