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DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: to create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm, with in-depth knowledge of the developing jurisdictions in which we are based. Our dedicated professionals exhibit the acumen and insight necessary to assist you in navigating the legal and tax complexities and challenges. Drawing on a wide-ranging industry experience and finely tuned local knowledge in countries we operate in, we strive to provide concise, commercially focused and innovative advice, staying true to our original motto: “One Region. One Firm”. DFDL has 12 offices including collaborating firms, in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. As a full-service firm, DFDL provides legal and tax services across a variety of industry sectors. To better serve our clients’ business needs, we have also organized our expertise into the following practice groups: Anti-Trust and Competition Aviation and Logistics Banking and Finance  Compliance and Investigations Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions Dispute Resolution Employment Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure  Investment Funds Real Estate and Hospitality Restructuring Tax and Transfer Pricing Technology, Media and Telecoms Position: DFDL (the Firm ) is seeking to recruit a Legal Adviser to join its Vientiane office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Lao-qualified lawyer to join one of Southeast Asia's leading legal and tax advisory firms. The successful candidate will work alongside a dynamic team of local and international advisers, managing a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, contributing to the development of the practice, and growing their career in a stimulating and professional environment. Reports to: Country Managing Director Key external relationships: Clients, Government Ministries, Lao Bar Association, Regulatory Authorities Key internal relationships: Partners, Legal Advisers, Tax Advisers, Business Development and Support Staff Salary range: Competitive, commensurate with experience   Position type: Full Time – Regular Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm (40 hours per week) Location: Vientiane, Lao PDR Main duties of the role Client and Matter Management Manage and lead day-to-day client matters with appropriate supervision, including maintaining client communication and managing client expectations; Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including contracts, corporate agreements, legal opinions, regulatory applications, and transactional documentation; Advise clients on Lao laws and regulations across practice areas including corporate and commercial law, energy and natural resources, real estate, employment, and regulatory compliance; Prepare and submit government applications, including company establishment, licensing, foreign investment approvals, and changes to corporate details; Conduct and lead legal and regulatory due diligence exercises and prepare detailed due diligence reports. Supervision and Team Development Supervise, mentor and provide guidance to junior Legal Advisers and paralegals working on matters; Peer review the work of junior team members and provide constructive and timely feedback; Assist Partners in monitoring matter progress, budgets and timelines. Business Development Contribute to the Firm’s business development activities, including attending client meetings, networking events, and government relations activities; Assist in the preparation of fee proposals, capability statements and client pitches; Contribute to the Firm’s knowledge management initiatives, including internal legal updates, publications and legal training sessions. Administration and Compliance Maintain accurate and timely time records and assist in the billing and invoice review process; Parti