Chambers Review
The lawyers at Watson Farley & Williams are well placed to handle projects work in Vietnam, especially drawing on resources from offices in Hanoi and Hong Kong. The firm possesses longstanding experience handling oil and gas matters, and also key strength in handling government mandates related to the development of large-scale power projects. The practice is highly experienced advising on BOT and PPP projects. The team is also well versed to handle renewable energy projects, especially relating to wind and solar power. The firm's client roster features Toyo Ink and Asian Development Bank.
Work Highlights
- Watson Farley & Williams advised Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade on the development and financing of the USD2.5 billion Vung Ang II BOT project.
Strengths
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"Watson Farley & Williams' team is hands on throughout the negotiation and always gives prompt, constructive and sharp advice on different matters that we face during the negotiation."
"The team is brilliant in handling complex matters. Many difficult legal issues come up and we completely rely on the team to propose solutions to deal with very sophisticated matters."
"Watson Farley & Williams' team is hands on throughout the negotiation and always gives prompt, constructive and sharp advice on different matters that we face during the negotiation."
"The team is brilliant in handling complex matters. Many difficult legal issues come up and we completely rely on the team to propose solutions to deal with very sophisticated matters."
Notable Practitioners
Linh Doan is a partner based in Watson Farley & Williams' Hong Kong office, and also leads the firm's Hanoi office. She has an excellent track record assisting clients with high-profile power projects. She regularly acts for Vietnamese government entities, as well as international lenders and sponsors, on matters relating to coal, gas, solar and wind power.
"Linh’s knowledge of the market truly impresses me. She is a standout lawyer. We appreciate her solution-based approach to unprecedented issues, especially on projects, where she ensures that our interests are protected."