Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Vietnam
Band 2
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
Our team continues to handle a broad range of power, energy and infrastructure projects in Vietnam. We remain trusted by the largest developers, sponsors, investors, gov. bodies, engineering and architectural consultants, contractors and major subcontractors to execute their projects in the country. These projects range from simple construction schemes to major projects such as roads, airports, power plants, stations, complex E&M works and telecommunications facilities.
Through our many years of experience, we have become knowledgeable about the many legal and technical aspects of these projects, including their development, financing, construction and operation. We help resolve projects-related disputes by conventional and alternative techniques, as well as providing market-leading advice on environmental law issues.
We have a strong local bench of projects and energy specialists with longstanding relationships in the industry and an inherent understanding of the regulatory environment in these jurisdictions. Driving our firm's work in the space are key partners Oanh Nguyen and Thanh Hai Nguyen, both of whom are currently ranked in Band 3. Our team of skilled and dedicated experts also includes the highly active rising stars Charles Magdelaine and Thi Yen Ly Le. In addition, we have the immensely experienced Fred Burke, who is ranked in the Senior Statespeople category of the table.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie has a multifaceted projects and energy offering with wide-ranging legal capabilities. The firm regularly handles acquisitions and divestments in both oil and gas and renewable power, while also advising on the financing of power projects. Baker McKenzie's real estate practice encompasses a range of hospitality, industrial and residential developments, in relation to M&A, financing and leasing deals. The team acts for a range of developers, hospitality management groups and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie advised Nexif Ratch on its acquisition of 100% of the shares in Minh Luong Energy Development.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"This group has a robust knowledge of local real property law and market trends which was invaluable in negotiating our property deals."
"Their extensive global expertise, innovative approach and diverse team of skilled professionals consistently delivers exceptional results on multi-jurisdictional and intricate legal issues."
"This group has a robust knowledge of local real property law and market trends which was invaluable in negotiating our property deals."
"Their extensive global expertise, innovative approach and diverse team of skilled professionals consistently delivers exceptional results on multi-jurisdictional and intricate legal issues."
Notable Practitioners
Frederick Burke is a senior advisor in Baker McKenzie's Ho Chi Minh City office. He has expertise in a broad spectrum of practices including energy M&A and project development. He especially advises domestic and international entities on renewable energy projects in Vietnam, including solar and wind power.
Oanh Hoang Kim Nguyen is based in Ho Chi Minh City and has in-depth knowledge of project financing matters. She represents leading energy companies, as well as banks.
"We are very satisfied with Ms Oanh's advice."
"She's very senior and a leading individual in the market for banking and projects work."
Thanh Hai Nguyen is a partner based in Baker McKenzie's Hanoi office. He gains strong commendation from clients for his expertise on the development of large-scale energy projects.
"He has extensive experience in advising on project development, licensing, construction, operation and related transactions."
"His professional understanding of the government policy on renewables is always accurate and fast. His friendly characteristics also encourage us to work with the firm long-term."