Baker McKenzie advises a broad range of high-profile global investors and multinational clients on all aspects of real estate and construction, including property transactions, leasing, financing, and large-scale development. The team is well-versed in regulatory and transactional matters, assisting clients with commercial land use, M&A, and real estate dispute resolution, with notable experience in the hotel, resort, and tourism sector. The practice is jointly led by Yee Chung Seck, an expert in real estate M&A and commercial contracts, and Lan Phuong Nguyen, who frequently assists multinationals in establishing and expanding their practices in Vietnam. Phuc Thuy Hien Nguyen is also a key contact for acquisition and regulatory advisory.
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Testimonials
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‘Baker is experienced in real estate matters and has the capacity to advise clients on appropriate actions on legal matters, including but not limited to retail licensing, legal assessment, and due diligence of real estate.’
‘Lan Phuong from Bakers is always supportive and professional in advising us on various legal matters.’
- 'The team is top-tier with unique and valuable insights on Vietnam's real estate market.'
- 'Yee Chung Seck is my main point of contact and first call. He is very knowledgeable and always willing to assist.'
- 'Open and frank communication. Always prompt in deliverables. A pleasure to work with.'
- 'Seck Yee Chung and Le Thi Thanh - dedicated individuals who showed initiative, were open in sharing views, and were able to think out of the box to resolve differences between parties.'
Key clients
- Ares Management Corporation
- UOB Venture Management
Work highlights
Advises and assists Ares Management Corporation on the due diligence process, advisory and assistance relating to the Vietnam-located assets for the acquisition of GCP International’s real estate platform valued at US$3.7 billion.
Assisting UOB Venture Management Private Limited (UOBVM), a wholly owned subsidiary of United Overseas Bank (UOB) Limited, in its potential investment in Bien Hoa Consumer Corporation.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Phuc Thuy Hien Nguyen
Practice head
Yee Chung Seck; Lan Phuong Nguyen
Other key lawyers
Phuc Thuy Hien Nguyen