Chambers Asia Pacific (2023)

Corporate/M&A – Band 3
Dispute Resolution – Band 3
Employment – Band 2
Real Estate- Band 4
Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) – Band 3
Ranked Lawyers:
Vu Thi Que – Employment (Band 2), Corporate/M&A (Band 4)
Chau Huy Quang – Dispute Resolution (Band 3)

Corporate/M&A

What the team is known for
Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers is a well-regarded law firm which combines local expertise with the support of the firm’s network of offices in the region. The team regularly assists foreign clients including MNCs and regional companies with their cross-border transactions. The firm is especially adept in handling real estate, manufacturing and technology sector deals, including joint ventures and mergers. 

Notable practitioners

Vu Thi Que is a partner at Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers. She is a well-regarded corporate lawyer who regularly assists foreign clients with acquisitions, as well as general commercial matters such as the setting up of company and other operational matters.

Dispute Resolution

What the team is known for
The legal team at Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers in Vietnam advises on both international arbitration and domestic litigation, including in-depth experience of SIAC and ICC proceedings. The firm is especially active for regional and international clients, often handling cross-border construction disputes. The department also handles a range of real estate and shipping cases. The team is experienced in assisting foreign clients with the enforcement of arbitral awards in Vietnam.

Notable practitioners
Chau Huy Quang is the managing partner at Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers in Vietnam. He regularly represents clients in both litigation and arbitration. He has experience acting for a range of international companies on arbitration matters, including in VIAC and ICC proceedings.

Employment

What the team is known for
Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers has an experienced team of lawyers working on terminations and labour litigation in Vietnam, alongside daily operational employment matters. The firm also shows expertise in workforce restructuring and retrenchment activities, as well as issues involving health and safety regulations. The team represents many international clients in Vietnam across such sectors as finance, retail and technology.

Notable practitioners
Vu Thi Que is a partner at Rajah & Tann LCT Vietnam. She handles terminations, drafting of employment contracts, changes to benefits packages and company-wide retrenchments, among other issues.

Real Estate
What the team is known for
Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers acts on a variety of real estate legal matters in Vietnam, including in relation to office, residential and industrial premises. The practice advises clients on construction agreements, property acquisitions and divestments, project development and land leasing matters. Clients for real estate matters include companies in the hospitality and energy sectors, as well as property developers.

Notable practitioners
Vu Thi Que is a key point of contact for Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers’ real estate law practice.

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)

What the team is known for
Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers is a full-service law firm in Vietnam with significant experience assisting clients with regulatory issues such as technology licensing and agreements. The firm houses an impressive client base comprising multinational technology companies, start-ups and investors seeking to invest in fintech and other technology companies. The department is particularly experienced in handling e-commerce, data protection and cryptocurrency matters.

Notable practitioners
Vu Thi Que and Logan Leung are key points of contact for clients.