Employment Law in Vietnam

At DN Legal, we help businesses navigate Vietnam’s evolving employment laws with clarity and confidence.
From structuring compliant employment contracts to resolving disputes, we deliver solutions that balance international standards with local realities.
Our team advises foreign investors, multinational companies, and leading Vietnamese corporations on the full spectrum of employment matters. Clients trust us to protect their interests while fostering strong, sustainable employer–employee relationships.
Highlighted Experiences

Dispute Resolution – Labor Litigation
Dispute Resolution – Labor Litigation
Represented a manufacturing company in a high-profile employment dispute, achieving favorable settlement while safeguarding corporate reputation.

Technology Company – Cross-Border Employment Issues
Technology Company – Cross-Border Employment Issues
Supported a tech firm in managing secondments, expatriate contracts, and labor compliance for employees split between Vietnam and regional offices.

Hospitality Group – Employment Contracts and HR Policies
Hospitality Group – Employment Contracts and HR Policies
Drafted and localized employment agreements, HR handbooks, and compliance training for an international hotel group entering Vietnam.

Global FMCG Employer – Workforce Restructuring
Global FMCG Employer – Workforce Restructuring
Advised a multinational consumer goods company on large-scale workforce restructuring in Vietnam, ensuring compliance with labor law while maintaining employee relations.
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Helped global companies harmonize HR practices with Vietnamese labor law.
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Pioneered employment contract models tailored for Vietnam’s fast-growing hospitality and tech industries.
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Successfully advised on labor due diligence for M&A transactions worth over USD 100 million.
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Consistently trusted as external counsel for HR compliance by leading Vietnamese corporations.
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Awards & Recognition
“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)

“DN Legal – Professional Excellence” (2017)

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