ASL LAW Wins Vietnam – Client Satisfaction at Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards 2026

ASL LAW partner receives Vietnam – Client Satisfaction award at Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards 2026 ceremony

A proud milestone has been established as ASL LAW participated in a regional ASEAN award for the first time and was immediately honored in a category that directly reflects service quality—Client Satisfaction. This achievement not only recognizes the firm’s collective efforts but also affirms ASL LAW’s long-standing client-centric development strategy. ASL LAW Makes Its Mark…

Contract Drafting in Vietnam: Legal Guide for Businesses

ASL LAW corporate lawyers reviewing and drafting commercial contracts for business clients at Ho Chi Minh City office

Commercial contract drafting Vietnam legal guide is a critical resource for foreign investors, enterprises, and legal professionals seeking to ensure legally enforceable and risk-controlled business agreements in Vietnam. In a fast-growing commercial environment, contracts play a central role in regulating business relationships, protecting rights, and preventing disputes. Understanding commercial contract drafting Vietnam legal guide helps…

Contract Drafting in Vietnam: Common Pitfalls to Avoid?

ASL LAW corporate lawyers reviewing draft contracts with client to identify and correct common drafting errors at Ho Chi Minh City office

In Vietnam’s fast-evolving commercial environment, poorly structured agreements can expose businesses to significant legal and financial risks. For foreign investors, tech entrepreneurs, and legal professionals, understanding contract drafting in Vietnam common pitfalls to avoid is critical to protecting commercial interests. From enforceability requirements for contracts under Vietnam law to statutory compliance errors in Vietnamese contracts,…

Contract Drafting in Vietnam: Templates, Principles, and Risks to Avoid

ASL LAW corporate lawyers reviewing and drafting commercial contracts for business client at Ho Chi Minh City office

Contracts are the legal backbone of commercial transactions. In Vietnam’s rapidly developing business environment, clear and legally compliant agreements are essential to protect rights, allocate risks, and prevent disputes. Understanding contract drafting in Vietnam templates and principles enables businesses to structure enforceable agreements while minimizing legal exposure. This guide outlines core legal principles, essential clauses,…

Some notes on electronic notarized documents in civil transactions in Vietnam

ASL LAW real estate lawyers advising client on legal complexities of selling mortgaged land to settle civil debts at Ho Chi Minh City office

Electronic notarized documents (ENDs) are a new form of notarization recognized under the 2024 Law on Notarization of Vietnam, reflecting the broader trend of digital transformation in judicial support activities. An electronic notarized document is a notarization certificate created in electronic form, bearing the digital signatures of the notary public and the notarial practice organization….

Smart contracts: legal challenges and potential in Vietnam

Analysis of how Vietnam's Civil Code and contract law apply to blockchain-based smart contracts.

Smart contracts are rapidly emerging as a transformative tool in Vietnam’s digital economy, enabling automated execution of agreements through blockchain technology. While they promise efficiency, transparency, and reduced disputes, they also face significant legal and regulatory challenges that businesses must navigate carefully. Smart contract legal challenges Vietnam blockchain technology Smart contract legal challenges Vietnam blockchain…

Preventing disputes in Vietnam through smart contracts

Diagram illustrating how a smart contract works to automatically execute terms and prevent common dispute triggers in Vietnam.

Vietnamese businesses increasingly face contractual disputes due to miscommunication, delayed obligations, or manual errors. Smart contracts, powered by blockchain technology, offer a transformative solution to reduce disputes by automating compliance, enhancing transparency, and enforcing obligations reliably. Smart contracts for dispute prevention Vietnam Smart contracts for dispute prevention Vietnam leverage self-executing code to automatically trigger contractual…

Force Majeure Clauses in Contracts under Vietnam Law: Updates on International Trends

Comparative analysis of force majeure definitions under Vietnam Civil Code, common law, and UNIDROIT principles post-pandemic.

Force majeure clauses have become a critical tool in contract risk allocation, particularly amid global disruptions and market volatility. Under Vietnam law, the treatment of force majeure continues to evolve, influenced by international contractual practices and recent legal interpretations. Understanding force majeure clauses Vietnam contract law is therefore essential for businesses managing cross-border and domestic…

Protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Franchise Agreements in Vietnam: What Franchisors and Franchisees Must Know

A detailed breakdown by ASL LAW of essential IP protection clauses in a standard franchise agreement for the Vietnam market.

Intellectual property is the core asset of any franchise system. In Vietnam, trademarks, trade secrets, business know-how, and copyrighted materials form the foundation of franchise value and brand consistency. Effective intellectual property protection in franchise agreements in Vietnam is therefore essential to prevent misuse, safeguard brand reputation, and ensure long-term commercial success. Intellectual property protection…

EPC Contracts in the Construction Sector in Vietnam: Clauses Businesses Should Pay Special Attention To

ASL LAW's detailed visual guide analyzing critical risk allocation clauses in Vietnamese EPC construction contracts.

Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts play a central role in large-scale construction and infrastructure projects in Vietnam. For investors, developers, and contractors, understanding the legal structure of EPC agreements and identifying critical clauses is essential to manage risks, control costs, and ensure timely project delivery under Vietnam construction law. Overview of EPC Contracts under…

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