Head of legal - Vietnam and Asia Area frontier markets / director of legal affairs and organisational capacity development | AstraZeneca
Chief legal officer | Hoi An South Development
General counsel and head of legal, compliance, and corporate affairs | Pharmacity
Head of legal, compliance and government affairs | Asia Clean Capital Vietnam
Director of legal and compliance division | MB Shinsei Finance (Mcredit)
Head of legal and contract manager | Ricons Construction Investment
Senior vice president - head of legal | Emergent Property Services Vietnam
We are beyond thrilled to announce the second edition of the GC Powerlist: Vietnam, building on the success of last year’s inaugural publication. This edition highlights a whole new plethora of accomplished in-house lawyers in one of the world’s foremost high-growth and high-potential economies. As well as celebrating their exceptional achievements and innovative approaches as they navigate the complexities of the legal landscape, we delve into what creative strategies they have used to navigate the unique challenges they face in the Vietnamese business context.
The in-house legal community in Vietnam expands its knowledge base every day, with local lawyers increasingly taking on prominent roles internationally. The GC Powerlist Team is proud to foster connections within this vibrant and positive in-house legal community.
Inside this edition, you will find in-depth profiles and exclusive interviews with influential general counsel from a variety of industries. These professionals have consistently demonstrated their capacity to shape legal strategies, mitigate risks, and provide invaluable guidance to their organisations. Their accomplishments inspire the legal community, showcasing the significant impact that in-house lawyers can have on business strategies and overall success.
As in-house counsel play a more active role in decision-making, they are well-positioned to advise on building strong partnerships. Tong Thi Thu Thao, head of legal and contract manager at Ricons Construction Investment, shares insights on collaboration: “The key to successful partnerships is being proactive, maintaining effective communication, and engaging early to align legal and business objectives. This means considering commercial factors, rather than focusing solely on legal issues. In-house legal counsel should actively understand their company’s operations and strategic goals, regularly update on relevant regulations, and provide timely support, even without specific requests from management. By adopting a proactive approach and ensuring transparency in all communications, the legal team builds trust and fosters a shared goal of mutual growth. Legal leaders should position their function as facilitators, helping the business achieve its objectives within the legal framework.”
This publication addresses various topics and challenges unique to the in-house legal sector. We invite you to explore the GC Powerlist: Vietnam 2024 and discover the remarkable stories of these exceptional professionals. Through their experiences and insights, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of Vietnam’s in-house legal landscape, highlighting the invaluable contributions of the nation’s top corporate lawyers.
On behalf of The Legal 500, I extend my deepest gratitude to all the featured in-house lawyers for their valuable contributions and for sharing their journeys with us. It is my pleasure to present this distinguished collection, showcasing Vietnam’s most exceptional and dedicated in-house legal talent.
Joe Boswell
Global editor – GC Powerlist
The Legal 500
On October 17th, The Legal 500, in collaboration with Andersen Legal, Ioannides Demetriou, and Nobel, proudly launched the GC Powerlist: Greece & Cyprus 2024. The highly anticipated event was held at the stunning Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens, bringing together the most prominent and accomplished in-house lawyers from Greece and Cyprus to celebrate their remarkable achievements.
The evening began with a warm welcome from Francisco Castro, the publication’s editorial lead from The Legal 500. His opening remarks set an enthusiastic tone, underscoring the significance of the GC Powerlist in recognising the country’s most outstanding in-house legal professionals. Francisco elaborated on the rigorous selection process, commending the honourees for their notable contributions to the legal field. He also shared key insights from the research, highlighting the impressive work of those selected.
Following Francisco’s introduction, Christina Ioannidou, director at Ioannides Demetriou, took the stage to offer her heartfelt congratulations to the GC Powerlist recipients. She was followed by Theodore Pistiolis, managing partner at Andersen Legal, who also delivered a congratulatory speech. Both speakers emphasised the vital role in-house lawyers play in supporting businesses and driving legal excellence. Their speeches were a testament to the hard work and dedication of those recognised in the publication.
Concluding the speeches, Ioannis Moutzouridis, chief legal officer at EYDAP, addressed his peers with an inspiring presentation. Drawing on his own experiences, he highlighted the exceptional accomplishment of being named to the GC Powerlist and emphasised the importance of continuous growth and collaboration within the legal community. His words resonated with the audience, celebrating the collective success of the in-house legal professionals present.
Overall, the launch event for the GC Powerlist: Greece & Cyprus 2024 was a resounding success. It honoured the most distinguished in-house lawyers in the region, showcasing the immense talent within the in-house counsel community. The evening further solidified The Legal 500’s commitment to recognising and promoting their exceptional contributions to the legal profession.
The Legal 500 extends its sincere gratitude to its key partners in both Greece and Cyprus for their invaluable support and looks forward to returning next year for its annual GC Summit events in each jurisdiction.
