Corporate/M&A - Vietnam
What the team is known for
Asia Counsel Vietnam's corporate law department is noted for its familiarity with a range of transactional mandates, regularly advising clients on their acquisitions, investments and fund-raisings. The firm is often active on deals in the technology and renewable energy sectors. Asia Counsel Vietnam advises a range of clients including international companies, private equity houses and startups. Clients include F88 Investment, Citigo Software and Vigo Ventures.
Strengths
"Asia Counsel communicate and coordinate with all parties to complete the deal promptly and professionally."
"They understand the difference between legal and commercial perspectives, which definitely helps during negotiations."
Work highlights
Asia Counsel assisted STIC Special Situation Private Equity Fund II with Vietnamese legal advice regarding its investment into Carousell Group.
Notable practitioners
Justin Gisz is a partner at Asia Counsel Vietnam. He is well regarded in the market and regularly handles acquisitions, divestments and fund-raising.
Minh Duong is the managing partner of Asia Counsel Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City. He is often active on corporate transactions in the technology, finance and education sectors. "He is very responsive and able to provide effective support to clients where there are Vietnam elements." "He is very commercial and has a good grasp of situations and the risk profile."
