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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Vietnam
What the Team is Known For
Lexcomm Vietnam has a well-regarded practice in the energy and infrastructure sector, with especially strong legal knowledge in natural resources mandates. The firm's expertise includes upstream oil and gas matters and the development of coal-fired power projects. The practice often handles project financing and transactional matters relating to BOT and PPP projects. The team represents Vietnamese SOEs and domestic and international energy companies.
Strengths
They are practical, commercial, responsive and reliable.
They are very familiar with local market trends. Some of their lawyers are also western trained, so are familiar with what international sponsors and lenders are looking for too.
Work Highlights
Lexcomm Vietnam advised AC Energy on its USD165 million strategic acquisition of 49% interest in a 837 MW Vietnam solar platform of Super Energy.
Notable practitioners
Pham Ba Linh is the managing partner of Lexcomm and is based in its Ho Chi Minh City office. He has impressive experience in a full range of energy and infrastructure projects in the country.
Pham Ba Linh provides timely and expert advice. He's a go-to in the market.
Pham Ba Linh is a seasoned operator who knows the market and regulations well.
Nguyen Viet Ha is a partner at Lexcomm's Hanoi office. He comes well recommended for his infrastructure and energy projects expertise. He regularly assists with supply agreements, project finance and M&A relating to coal-fired power plants and renewable energy.
Nguyen Viet Ha is very responsive and knows the latest updates in the Vietnamese energy sector.