Partnering with businesses on critical legal matters
Established in 2021 with the vision of building a professional and trusted law firm, HM&P has consistently partnered with businesses, investors and organizations throughout their establishment, operations, business expansion and legal risk management in Vietnam.
We advise clients on legal matters that directly affect their business operations, ranging from investment structures, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, finance, employment, tax, data and regulatory compliance to dispute resolution. At every stage, HM&P focuses not only on identifying applicable legal requirements but also on understanding the client's business context, commercial objectives and practical implementation capabilities.
"The role of a lawyer is not merely to explain the law, but also to help clients identify issues earlier, prepare more effectively and make more informed and well-founded decisions."
- Managing Partner Nguyen Van Phuc shared.
Operating in Vietnam's rapidly evolving legal environment, we understand that clients need more than a legal opinion alone. They need a team of lawyers capable of identifying risks, assessing legal implications within the relevant business context and proposing appropriate solutions that enable them to make decisions safely and effectively.
HM&P combines experience working with domestic and international businesses with an in-depth understanding of legal practice in Vietnam. This approach enables us to assist clients not only with regulatory compliance, but also with transaction structuring, operational governance, the resolution of emerging issues and the protection of their lawful interests in the event of disputes.
We believe that effective legal services must be clear, practical and aligned with each client's business objectives.
How HM&P works
Every legal matter at HM&P is approached from both legal and business perspectives. We begin by gaining a clear understanding of the client's objectives, identifying risks and developing solutions that are capable of practical implementation.
Service capabilities
HM&P provides legal services across a broad range of areas critical to businesses and investors. In each practice area, we strive to deliver legal solutions grounded in deep professional expertise, aligned with market practice and capable of supporting clients throughout each stage of their development.
- Mergers & Acquisitions: Advising on transaction structuring, legal due diligence, negotiations, transaction documentation and transaction completion.
- Capital Markets: Assisting businesses with matters relating to securities, issuances, disclosure requirements and the obligations of public companies.
- Foreign Investment & Market Entry: Assisting foreign investors in assessing market access conditions, developing investment structures, establishing commercial presences, obtaining licences and implementing business operations in Vietnam.
- Corporate, Governance & Compliance: Advising on incorporation, corporate reorganization, corporate governance, the development of internal mechanisms and legal compliance throughout a company's operations, development and restructuring.
- Private Equity & Funds: Advising on fund formation and operation, investment structuring, capital raising, investment transactions, acquisitions, exits and legal matters relating to private equity investors and investment funds.
- Data, Cybersecurity & AI: Advising on personal data protection, cross-border data transfers, cybersecurity, data governance, internal compliance and legal issues arising from the development, deployment and use of artificial intelligence.
- Dispute Resolution & Arbitration: Representing and assisting clients in negotiations, court proceedings, domestic and international arbitration, the recognition and enforcement of awards, and other forms of dispute resolution.
- Tax: Advising on tax structuring, tax obligations in transactions and business operations, tax compliance, risk management and assisting clients in matters and disputes involving tax authorities.
- Other practice areas: View details here.
HM&P’s core values
At HM&P, our core values are not merely principles; they define how we approach every legal matter and work alongside our clients. Our services are built upon five foundations: professional excellence, practical thinking, prudence, long-term partnership, and collaboration and knowledge development, with the aim of delivering consistent and effective legal solutions.
“We believe that a sound legal solution must go beyond accuracy. It must also help clients see the broader picture, assess their available options and make decisions that align with their business objectives.”
- Partner Nguyen Ngoc Tra My commented.
Every important business decision may give rise to legal issues requiring careful assessment. Whether a client is preparing for a transaction, expanding its operations in Vietnam, conducting an internal compliance review or handling an emerging dispute, HM&P is ready to work alongside the client to identify risks, assess available options and make appropriate decisions. With experience advising businesses, investors and organizations across multiple critical areas of law, we approach every engagement from the perspectives of law, market practice and the client's business objectives.
Let HM&P be your trusted legal partner. Together, we will build effective and prosperous businesses.
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