Market Recognition

“the first Vietnamese firm to receive our stamp of approval”
(GAR 100)

“deep knowledge of the local market as well as extensive experience in litigation and international arbitration, giving them excellent strategic judgement”
(Chambers)

“I have full confidence in YKVN’s ability; they are very responsive, provide a great quality of service and have a strong commercial awareness.”
(Chambers)

“YKVN is a prominent Vietnamese law firm with a high degree of experience in both inbound and outbound transactions. The firm’s expertise covers disposals, acquisitions, corporate restructuring and joint ventures for clients ranging from multinational organisations to state-owned enterprises.”
(Chambers)

“deep understanding of the local and international legal framework”
(Chambers)

“Their deep bench of lawyers from partner level to associate level is impressive. They know the market, deal trends and key legal issues in M&A deals.”
(Legal 500)

“skilled and experienced in the projects and energy sector in Vietnam, and has a firm grasp, in-depth understanding and comprehensive consideration of this sector”
(Chambers)

“What really impresses me is the consistent practical and commercial element to their advice, which is very responsive and provides a high level of work product.”
(Chambers)

“its unmatched dispute group, backed by the largest litigation team in the country, is lauded by clients as well as competitors. Fielding a team of internationally trained and domestically qualified lawyers, YKVN retains both international and domestic clients, in cases both within the jurisdiction and cross-border”
(Legal 500)

“The team is very dedicated and experienced. They also have a great commercial knowledge of the transactions.”
(Chambers)

“a formidable local law team specialising in representing clients in domestic and cross-border litigation and arbitration in Vietnam. Key areas of strength include project, construction and non-payment arbitrations, supported by additional resources in its Singapore office. Also engaged in the handling of complex shareholding, joint venture and ICC disputes arising from major corporate transactions. Well placed to handle white-collar crime and fraud-related matters”
(Asialaw)

“Its unmatched dispute group, backed by the largest litigation team in the country, is lauded by clients as well as competitors… The firm continues to develop its presence in Singapore, thereby expanding its international arbitration scope.”
(Asialaw)

“Formidable local team specialising in representing clients in domestic and cross-border litigation and arbitration. Key areas of strength include project, construction and non-payment arbitrations, supported by additional resources in Singapore. Also engaged in the handling of complex shareholding, joint venture and ICC disputes arising from major corporate transactions. Well placed to handle white-collar crime and fraud-related matters.”
(Chambers)

“reputable banking practice in the Vietnamese market and has expertise in complex and high-value transactional work across the finance space”
(Legal 500)

“Prominent Vietnamese firm with a high degree of experience in both inbound and outbound transactions. Its expertise covers disposals, acquisitions, corporate restructurings and joint ventures for clients ranging from multinational organisations to state-owned enterprises. Especially active for clients in the finance sector, as well as those in the technology space. Works closely with its Singapore office to provide an international service.”
(Chambers)

“They produce outstanding results.”
(Chambers)

“YKVN is in the premier league of Vietnamese law firms and practices commercial law at the highest level. Their combination of responsiveness, commercial nous, and strategic guile is unparalleled within Vietnam.”
(Legal 500)

“YKVN is one of Vietnam’s foremost law firms and a leader in the financial and corporate space. The firm has extensive experience in public M&A and has worked on most of the deals involving state-owned companies since 2007.”
(IFLR)

“YKVN is the standout firm in Vietnam, for its quality, depth and knowledge.”
(Chambers)

“They are excellent lawyers in the energy space and are great to work with, very responsive and have comprehensive knowledge of the historic energy laws.”
(Chambers)

“YKVN’s capital markets practice is highly regarded in Vietnam. The group has acted as counsel in some of the most pioneering, high value transactions.”
(Asialaw)

“The ‘excellent’ team at YKVN provides ‘practical advice’ and is valued for its good business acumen and fast response time.”
(Legal 500)

Breadth of services: “YKVN lawyers will assist clients on various aspects of a project; it is also strong on M&A in the oil and gas sector.”
(Chambers)

“YKVN is very active. We often see them on the biggest deals in the jurisdiction. As far as the quality of work goes, I’d rank YKVN as an equal to the magic circle firms. They work at an international standard.”
(IFLR)

“In my view, they are top tier lawyers in their respective areas of practice. Clearly a top tier law firm and have handled many landmark deals for clients in the market. The firm not affiliated to any international law firm but is probably one of the best local firms in Vietnam. We treat them as our trusted advisors and friends.”
(IFLR)

“Experienced lawyers with a deep bench”
(Chambers)

“YKVN is top-rated with in-depth knowledge and experience in banking, capital markets and M&A. YKVN has a strong banking and financial services team. They have good experience working with major state-owned banks and companies and are usually involved in large, landmark transactions.”
(IFLR)

“I would recommend YKVN because it understands and respects the transparency requirements of large, publicly held multinational companies. We cannot afford to short-cut the acceptable and established process. YKVN understands this clearly and maintains high legal and ethical standards for itself and its clients.“
(Asialaw)

“Many of their lawyers are alumni of international firms, which makes it a first choice for important deals and projects.”
(Chambers)

“They have good understanding of commercial implications, and able to provide practical and useful advice.”
(Chambers)

“A very good local firm with a great work attitude“
(Legal 500)

“The best local law firm in Vietnam. Counsel of first choice for important transactions. Generally very responsive, pragmatic and commercial […] always spot on with its understanding of Vietnam regulations.”
(Legal 500)

“YKVN fields really smart and well educated lawyers.”
(Legal 500)

“Good commercial instincts, is not afraid to take a position.”
(Legal 500)

“YKVN is amongst the best law firms in Vietnam as far as banking and finance transactions are concerned. They are deal-focused and have a good commercial sense. They are all outstanding lawyers and are pleasant people to work with. They provide very good pragmatic advice timely and have good understanding of local market practice that can come up with commercially acceptable solutions.”
(IFLR)

“The top Vietnamese law firm, the first-choice counsel”
(Legal 500)

“Sophisticated deal list, consistently good quality”
(Chambers)

“The best local firm in Vietnam”
(IFLR)

“Very good experience with the impressive YKVN’s professional and dedicated team”
(Legal 500)

“Able to offer nuanced, sophisticated advice to foreign clients with investments in Vietnam”
(Chambers)

“Excellent and professional experts. The best and we want to continue to use them”
(Legal 500)

“Local and international expertise”
(Legal 500)

“Sound understanding of the importance of carefully structuring high-value financings.“
(Chambers)

“They were very good, and gave me a prompt response which was very clear. There was no need to go back and forth to seek additional clarifications so it was a very good experience.“
(IFLR)