Corporate/M&A
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Vietnam
Band 1
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Chambers Review
Freshfields has an exceptional reputation for advising on complex M&A transactions in Vietnam, with additional expertise in corporate restructuring and investment matters. The lawyers regularly represent clients in the technology, education and banking sectors, among others. The firm is especially active for private equity investors in the Vietnamese market, as well as other international corporates. The firm also advises clients on merger clearance in Vietnam.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation on its USD1.5 billion acquisition of an equity stake in Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank through a private placement.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The fact that Freshfields handled this transaction so efficiently speaks volumes about its ability to cut through complexity. The firm is also not just responsive but proactive."
"I am impressed by its lawyers with international experience who can handle local deals at a high calibre. The team is also practical and commercial in its advice and negotiations."
"Our overall impression of the team is very positive. Their ability to understand client needs and propose strategies accordingly is outstanding compared to other law firms."
"The fact that Freshfields handled this transaction so efficiently speaks volumes about its ability to cut through complexity. The firm is also not just responsive but proactive."
"I am impressed by its lawyers with international experience who can handle local deals at a high calibre. The team is also practical and commercial in its advice and negotiations."
"Our overall impression of the team is very positive. Their ability to understand client needs and propose strategies accordingly is outstanding compared to other law firms."
Notable Practitioners
Tony Foster is a senior adviser in Freshfields' Hanoi office.His work includes acting for major investment firms, banks and MNCs on their investments in Vietnam.
Bui Thanh Tien is a well-established corporate lawyer with expertise in M&A and private equity deals across a wide range of industry sectors. He serves a host of corporates, private equity firms and financial institutions from Freshfields' office in Ho Chi Minh City.
"Bui Thanh Tien is very calm, measured and clearly knowledgeable."
Chris Milliken is a counsel based in Ho Chi Minh City. He regularly advises clients on acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructuring.
"Chris Milliken always made himself available and was timely with his responses. He was very proactive and great to work with."
Eric Johnson is a Hanoi-based lawyer who specialises in international corporate work. He is experienced in acting on private equity fund formation and venture capital investments.
"Eric Johnson is a commercially minded lawyer with excellent practical experience both internationally and locally."
"Eric has consistently delivered timely, sophisticated and commercial advice, and taken the time to really understand the risk tolerance and key drivers of our business."
An Hoang Ha is a senior associate based in the firm's Hanoi office. He often assists regional financial institutions with acquisitions and investments into Vietnam and also has expertise in competition law.
"An Hoang Ha's strengths are his speed, quality and sincerity."
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