A&D Law Firm

Firm Overview
A&D Law Firm is a Vietnam-based full-service law firm that stands as an authoritative and dedicated legal ally for its clients. As reflected in its name ("Authoritative & Dedicated"), the firm is committed to being a trusted partner in navigating Vietnam’s legal landscape. A&D takes pride in a client-focused approach – it not only provides legal advice but also acts as a strategic advisor, working alongside businesses and individuals to achieve their long-term goals.
In a world where innovation drives progress, A&D positions itself as a forward-thinking legal partner for visionary entrepreneurs and organizations. The firm is more than just a provider of legal services; it strives to understand each client’s aspirations and challenges. By empathizing with client concerns and tailoring solutions to specific needs, A&D ensures that every strategy and outcome is aligned with the client’s objectives. Mirroring the meticulous craft of a Savile Row bespoke tailor, the firm delivers personalized legal services with precision and attention to detail – ensuring a perfect fit for every client’s requirements.
Practice Areas & Expertise
A&D Law Firm has extensive experience and versatile expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including but not limited to:
• Licensing & Administrative Procedures
• Corporate & Commercial
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Securities & Capital Markets
• Real Estate & Construction
• Civil & Labor Law
• Complaint Handling & Dispute Resolution
• Regular Legal Consulting Services & Corporate Legal Outsourcing
Within these practice areas, A&D provides comprehensive, end-to-end legal support. The firm assists clients from the very start of their business journey and continues as a legal partner through all stages of growth and operation. For instance, the team handles initial business setup requirements by obtaining essential licenses and regulatory approvals, then advises on ongoing corporate matters. Its corporate and commercial practice covers entity structuring, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance to ensure businesses run smoothly. The M&A and capital markets lawyers manage complex transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs – guiding clients through due diligence, deal structuring, regulatory filings, and stock exchange listings.
In Real Estate and Construction, A&D navigates clients through land acquisitions, property development contracts, and construction law compliance in Vietnam’s evolving market. The firm’s civil and labor law practice covers employment agreements, workplace compliance, and civil disputes, protecting clients’ rights in both personal and business contexts. Should conflicts arise, the dispute resolution team provides strong representation in negotiations, litigation, and arbitration, and effectively handles administrative complaints with authorities. Additionally, through regular legal consulting and corporate legal outsourcing services, A&D can function as an external “in-house” counsel—offering day-to-day legal advice, contract management, and compliance oversight on a retainer basis. This comprehensive suite of services ensures clients receive holistic legal support under one roof.
Clientele & Cross-Border Experience
The firm’s client base is diverse, encompassing local Vietnamese enterprises, foreign investors, multinational corporations, and individual entrepreneurs. With a bilingual team fluent in Vietnamese and English, A&D is well-equipped to bridge language and cultural gaps in cross-border matters. The firm regularly advises international clients looking to invest or operate in Vietnam, and also assists Vietnamese companies in their overseas ventures. This cross-border experience, combined with deep local knowledge, enables A&D to guide clients through different legal systems, regulatory requirements, and complex foreign investment procedures. Whether serving a domestic start-up or a global corporation, the firm adapts its approach to fit each client’s background and goals.
Team & Leadership
A&D Law Firm is led by seasoned attorneys with extensive experience in the Vietnamese legal market, particularly in corporate and commercial law. The firm’s leadership brings decades of collective expertise and a proven track record of advising on major transactions and high-stakes matters. This experienced leadership is complemented by a dynamic team of younger lawyers and legal professionals who contribute energy, innovation, and up-to-date knowledge of emerging legal trends. Together, they offer a blend of authoritative insight and fresh perspectives.
This combination ensures that clients benefit from both deep professional wisdom and innovative problem-solving. The team is dedicated, responsive, and continuously trained to maintain the highest standards of legal service. By fostering a collaborative environment, A&D makes certain that each client matter is handled with meticulous attention and creative strategy—with partners overseeing and associates supporting each case.
Client Service & Fee Arrangements
Commitment to client service is at the core of A&D’s philosophy. The firm prides itself on being accessible and responsive, often acting as a de facto business partner to its clients.
In line with international best practices, A&D offers flexible fee arrangements tailored to different client needs and matter types. The firm typically bases its fees on hourly billing, ensuring transparency and fairness. At the same time, it is flexible: for ongoing advisory relationships, A&D provides monthly retainer packages for predictable support, and for well-defined matters it can accommodate fixed or capped fees to ensure cost certainty. This adaptable approach to billing underscores A&D’s understanding of client priorities and its commitment to building long-term partnerships founded on trust, value, and mutual success.