Southeast Asia - Vietnam

Hogan Lovells International LLP

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Possessing broad and deep links to the Asian continent that supplement the group’s Vietnam-based practitioners expertise, Hogan Lovells International LLP regularly receive instructions from publicly listed international corporations for buyer and seller, divestment and restructuring mandates. Over the past twelve months the group has seen increased stream of premium debt restructuring and insolvency mandates as well as helping Vietnamese tech business and start-ups navigate the heavily regulated offshore fundraising space. Gaston Fernandez spearheads the team’s offering and combined transactional prowess with expert knowledge of cross-border financing and project development. Counsel Ngoc Nguyen is steadily building a strong cross-border profile and has wide sector exposure including fintech, manufacturing, and retail. Counsel Duong Pham is recommended for his strong banking and financing competence, especially in the energy and infrastructure space.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Excellent grasp of local regulations, legal frameworks and the ability to explain clearly the consideration for foreign investors.'

  • ‘Ngoc Nguyen is highly responsive, always clear on the legal guidance whilst highlighting the practical considerations for foreign investors in Vietnam.’

Work highlights

  • Acting as counsel for an ad hoc group constituting a supermajority of bondholders of the US$300 million Convertible Bonds due 2026 issued by Novaland on the potential restructuring of the terms.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Gaston Fernandez

Other key lawyers

Ngoc Nguyen, Duong Pham