Commercial Contract Expertise in Vietnam

Highlighted Experiences

Cross-Border Corporate Contracts
Cross-Border Corporate Contracts
Supported multinational corporations in contract drafting and compliance, including mergers, acquisitions, and financing transactions exceeding USD 800 million.

Technology & Licensing Deals
Technology & Licensing Deals
Guided international media and tech companies in structuring licensing, distribution, and service agreements tailored to Vietnam’s regulatory environment.

Joint Ventures & Supply Contracts
Joint Ventures & Supply Contracts
Structured joint venture agreements between Vietnamese developers and foreign investors, creating clear frameworks for profit-sharing and governance.

Hospitality Management Agreements
Hospitality Management Agreements
Advised hotel owners across Vietnam in negotiating management contracts with global operators such as Hyatt, Mandarin Oriental, and InterContinental, ensuring balanced terms and long-term partnership success.
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Drafted and negotiated Vietnam’s first branded residence management agreements (Four Seasons, Hyatt, Mandarin Oriental).
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Advised leading corporations such as Novaland, Vingroup, and SonKim Land on high-value corporate contracts and financing.
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Trusted by foreign investors and funds for structuring commercial agreements in Vietnam, with investment sizes ranging from USD 15 million to 300 million.
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Consistently recognized by Chambers, Legal 500, and IFLR1000 as leaders in Corporate, M&A, and Real Estate law.
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Awards & Recognition
“Leading Projects, Infrastructure & Energy Lawyer (Band 1)” (2014)
“Leading Corporate/M&A Lawyer (Band 1)” (2014)
“Extremely client- focused and extremely knowledgeable” (2014)

“DN Legal - Corporate Adviser of the Year – Vietnam” (2016)

“Dao Nguyen is Corporate Law Expert in Vietnam” (2016)

“DN Legal has been highly recommended for Corporate Law position in Vietnam” (2016)

“Best Corporate M&A Attorney, Vietnam” (2016)
“DN Legal – Franchise Law Firm in Vietnam” (2016)

“DN Legal – Corporate Law Firm of the Year in Vietnam” (2017)

“Dao Nguyen – M&A Legal Advisor of the Year – Vietnam” (2017)

“Dao Nguyen – a Distinguished Practitioner in Corporate and M&A, Asialaw” (2021)

“Dao Nguyen is an Asialaw Leading Lawyer for Corporate and M&A” (2021)

At DN Legal, we help clients navigate the complexities of commercial contracts in Vietnam with clarity and confidence.
From drafting and negotiation to risk management and dispute resolution, our team combines international standards with deep local expertise. Whether you are an international investor or a leading Vietnamese corporation, we act as trusted advisors who bridge cultural and legal differences, ensuring contracts that protect your interests and enable sustainable business growth.