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Mayer Brown > The Legal 500 Rankings
Vietnam > Banking and finance Tier 2
Mayer Brown has an office in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and frequently leverages its experience advising on Vietnamese, English, and US law to handle cross-border matters. Deeply experienced practice head David Harrison possesses a comprehensive understanding of foreign investments into Vietnam and is capable of advising borrowers as well as lenders on project financings and asset-based loans spanning jurisdictions such as Vietnam, Singapore, US, and Germany. Associate Ursula Szotyory-Grove has experience advising on compliance matters within the banking and finance industry; she is also familiar with all aspects of investment and licensing in Vietnam.Practice head(s):
David Harrison; Richard Stock
Other key lawyers:
Hai Thao Nguyen; Ursula Szotyory-Grove
Testimonials
‘Mayer Brown’s Vietnam team is simply the best. Their knowledge of the local laws and regulations is second to none.’
‘David is an excellent corporate banking and M&A lawyer. In addition to in-depth legal knowledge, he possess the ability to bring both sides to close a deal.’
Key clients
Asian Development Bank
Bank Export Finance Australia
Japan International Cooperation Agency
HSBC
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
International Finance Corporation
LeapFrog Investments
Norfund
Finnfund
Work highlights
- Advised DEG-Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, ADB and JICA as lenders on the financing to Binh Duong Water Environment JSC for the construction of a composting plant and waste energy incinerator.
- Advised ADB and DEG as lenders on the provision of financing to Vietnam incorporated Hayat Kimya Viet Nam Company Limited for the construction of a manufacturing facility for the production of baby diapers, wipes, and sanitary napkins.
- Advised DEG on a preference share investment in Gia Lai Electricity JSC.
Vietnam > Corporate and M&A Tier 3
Mayer Brown is a popular choice for investment managers, energy players and pharmaceutical companies, boasting strong cross-border expertise and multijurisdictional understanding. The group has engaged with a list of enviable clients over the past year, including government-backed investment funds, global financial institutions, and multinational food and beverage brands. Team head David Harrison is a cross-border M&A specialist, and is recognised for his distinguished expertise advising on the buying, selling and financing of assets in emerging markets. Counsel Hai Thao Nguyen has been notably active on real estate and infrastructure deals, while senior associate Ursula Szotyory-Grove has supported a range of mandates, including standout joint venture fund investments.Practice head(s):
David Harrison
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘What stands out is their sheer experience and knowledge in dealing with such a range of issues facing investors.’
‘David Harrison stands out from the crowd; his language, legal knowledge and commercial acumen is second to none.’
Key clients
Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc.
Brawn Capital Management
SEKO Logistics
DEG- Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH (DEG)
Hillhouse Capital Management Ltd.
EDBI
TR Capital
Leapfrog Investments
Standard Chartered Bank
San Miguel Foods, Inc
John Swire & Sons Pty Ltd.
Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO)
Carrix, Inc.
Vietnam Oman Investment
Work highlights
- Advised Vietnam Oman Investment, a joint venture fund between the governments of Oman and Vietnam, on a US$30 million investment in F88, financial services firm based in Vietnam with its Series C funding round.
- Advised DEG on an innovative preference share investment in Gia Lai Electricity JSC.
Vietnam > Projects and energy Tier 4
With LNG work remaining the cornerstone of the practice at Mayer Brown, the firm stays abreast of market trends through strong engagement with renewable energy projects, including landmark financing of wind power developments, refinancing solar builds, and also notable work in the waste-to-energy space. David Harrison leads the group from Ho Chi Minh City and is well-versed in transactional, financing and development matters. Counsel Hai Thao Nguyen supports a significant proportion of the team’s mandates, primarily focusing on M&A, corporate and commercial matters. Benjamin Thompson and Nick Kouvaritakis are two experienced key names who provide advice from the Singapore office.Practice head(s):
David Harrison; Ben Thompson; Nick Kouvaritakis
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
DEG
JICA
FMO
Chubu Electric
Work highlights
- Advised ADB, EFA and JICA on the project financing of the 144 MW Lotus wind farm in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam.
- Advised DEG on an innovative preference share investment in Gia Lai Electricity JSC.
- Advised DEG on the first financing of the Binh Duong Waste Management and Energy Efficiency Project and ADB and JICA on the second financing of the Binh Duong Waste Management and Energy Efficiency Project in Vietnam.
Mayer Brown > Firm Profile
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Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Resolution, Bankruptcy & Insolvency | John Marsden | ||
Corporate / M&A | David Harrison | ||
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Restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Ms Hai Thao Nguyen | Hai Thao Nguyen is a counsel of Mayer Brown’s Vietnam office. She… | View Profile |
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