Law firms

Baker McKenzie Vietnam
RecommendedBaker McKenzie Vietnam is a vetted law firms partner in our Hanoi network for foreign property buyers.
- City
- Hanoi
- Segment
- High-end / Advisory
- Best for
- Both expats & locals
- Languages
- EN · VN
Overview
Established in 1993, Baker McKenzie Vietnam is one of the most prominent and experienced international law firms operating in the country. With fully staffed offices in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the elite firm has spent over three decades advising premium foreign investors, multinational corporations, and high-net-worth individuals on navigating the local market. The firm is widely recognized for its deep integration into the Vietnamese legal landscape, having actively participated in drafting key national policies and investment frameworks.
For expatriates and international buyers looking to purchase or invest in residential property, Baker McKenzie provides a comprehensive suite of high-end advisory services. The firm’s real estate practice specializes in structuring complex property acquisitions, navigating foreign ownership restrictions, and managing the legal complexities of high-end residential, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. Their multidisciplinary team also delivers elite counsel on related tax implications, foreign exchange regulations, project finance, and cross-border investment compliance, ensuring that foreign capital is securely and legally deployed.
As a premium, top-tier consultancy, the firm is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between local regulatory demands and international standards. Baker McKenzie operates seamlessly in English and Vietnamese, providing clear, sophisticated communication that is highly valued by European and other global clients. While their premium positioning and institutional focus make them best suited for high-value transactions and structured investments rather than routine retail purchases, they remain the premier choice for non-resident buyers seeking institutional-grade legal protection and flawless compliance in Vietnam.
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Strengths
- +Deepest bench of any international firm on the Hanoi market, with a dedicated real estate practice rather than generalist commercial lawyers covering property
- +Continuous presence in Vietnam since 1993, with decades of precedent on foreign-ownership structuring
- +English-first service end to end — contracts, correspondence and meetings run in English as standard, with no translation lag on time-sensitive signings
Watch-outs
- −Hourly, global-firm billing with no published fixed-fee schedule for a single condo purchase — always request a written estimate before engaging
- −A routine transaction is typically staffed by associates rather than partners, which can feel impersonal for a one-off buyer
- −Fees generally sit above boutique Vietnamese firms for comparable due diligence and SPA review work
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