Baker McKenzie is consistently sought after by multinational corporations for its data privacy expertise in the Vietnam market. The firm advises on a range of data protection matters arising from crisis management, transactions, and day-to-day operations. The team has particular strength regarding the recently implemented Personal Data Protection Decree. The practice is led by Manh Hung Tran, who regularly advises on complex privacy and cybersecurity matters. The team benefits from a strong bench of TMT specialists who are ‘deeply knowledgeable in personal data and antitrust matters’, including Thu Minh Le and Huyen Minh Nguyen.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘I was thoroughly impressed by the team's professionalism, clarity, and depth of expertise. What truly sets them apart is their ability to present complex, cross-jurisdictional data privacy issues in a clear, engaging, and highly practical way.'

  • 'The team is exceptionally well-organised, inclusive in their approach, and clearly experienced in navigating global frameworks—something that was invaluable to our international operations.'

  • 'It’s rare to find a team that blends technical excellence, international coordination, and polished communication as seamlessly as they do.'

  • 'The firm possesses an in-depth understanding of the complex and rapidly changing landscape of data privacy and cybersecurity laws, especially the rapid development of the Vietnamese legal framework related to data protection.'

  • 'They understand that data protection is not just a legal obligation, but also a business imperative. They provide advice that is not only legally sound but also practical, business-focused, and tailored to the client's industry and commercial goals.'

  • 'Tran Manh Hung and Nguyen Huyen Minh. Very responsive, solid answers, know their stuff.'

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Leading associates

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Practice head

Manh Hung Tran

Other key lawyers

Thu Minh Le; Huyen Minh Nguyen