Corporate/M&A - Vietnam
What the team is known for
APFL & Partners Legal Vietnam is recognised for its corporate practice and focuses on restructuring, M&A, joint ventures, acquisitions and business expansion. The firm's client base includes high-profile names from the media, energy and retail sectors. The firm is particularly experienced at taking on inbound work for French businesses. The legal team is also able to advise on the competition law aspects of corporate transactions. Clients include Central Group and HAVAS.
Strengths
"APFL & Partners have handled our matter well and are experienced in cross-border work."
"For Vietnam work, we would definitely go to them again."
Work highlights
APFL & Partners advised Central Group on the development of new stores, including supermarkets, hypermarkets, commercial centres and specialised stores across Vietnam.
Notable practitioners
Nicolas Audier is the managing partner of APFL & Partners Legal Vietnam. He is well versed in M&A, corporate restructuring and assisting clients with the establishment of entities in Vietnam.
Etienne Laumonier is a partner at APFL & Partners and is based in its Ho Chi Minh City office. He has an impressive track record of advising clients on complex cross-border transactions and business expansions. "I find Etienne to be resourceful. He always finds solutions and makes it sound easy, even for the complicated cases."