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Watson Farley & Williams

Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Vietnam


Watson Farley & Williams

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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Vietnam

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

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 placed to handle renewable energy projects, especially relating to wind and solar power.

Work Highlights

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  • Watson Farley & Williams LVN advised Asian Development Bank and Philippine National Bank on a loan facility to Buskowitz Energy for the financing of the development, construction and operation of rooftop solar PV systems in the Philippines for commercial and residential buildings.

Strengths

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  • WFW's expertise in navigating the regulatory landscape has been invaluable. Their thorough approach and strategic advice give us the confidence to successfully close any projects in Vietnam.

    Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal
  • The team at Watson Farley & Williams LVN is results oriented and consistently highly responsive, ensuring quick turnaround times.

    Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Vietnam, expertise based abroad in ChinaLinh Doan
    Vietnam, expertise based abroad in ChinaLinh Doan

    Linh Doan

    Linh Doan is a partner based in Watson Farley & Williams' Hong Kong office as well as leading 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 and wind power.

    • Linh is an excellent leader with a strong legal background and extensive local knowledge. She consistently acts to protect the client's interests and we greatly value her contributions.

      Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal
    • She is one of a few lawyers that we fully trust and we appreciate her solution-based approach to unprecedented issues, especially on projects where she ensures that our interests are protected.

      Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal

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