Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Vietnam
Band 3
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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.
Strengths
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"It’s not easy to find an experienced partner and reliable teamthat you can place your trust in knowing that any complex issues will be handled in an efficient manner."
"They are very precise in their advice, clear in drafting, quick to respond and very familiar with the Vietnamese market."
"It’s not easy to find an experienced partner and reliable teamthat you can place your trust in knowing that any complex issues will be handled in an efficient manner."
"They are very precise in their advice, clear in drafting, quick to respond and very familiar with the Vietnamese market."
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 and wind power.
"Linh’s knowledge of the market truly impresses me. She is a reliable and standout lawyer who we rely on for advice on many of our matters. She is one of few lawyers that we fully trust."
"She is very professional an has wide knowledge of the energy sector. Together with her strong team, she has managed to provide creative solutions to complex and unexpected legal issues."