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    Thao-Nguyen NGUYEN

    • Associate
    • Advocate & Solicitor (Singapore), Vietnam Desk

    Thao-Nguyen is a qualified lawyer in Vietnam, specialising in corporate M&A and governance and a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association.

    She has extensive experience assisting foreign investors in navigating Vietnam’s dynamic market, providing legal advice on investment matters, business setup, and licensing processes. She has represented both local and international clients in a wide range of M&A transactions including investments and acquisitions across various industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and education.

    Her expertise also extends to corporate governance, with a particular emphasis on labour-related issues. She is well-versed in managing internal labour governance, conducting workplace investigations, handling disciplinary actions, and resolving labour-related issues to minimize the potential escalation of disputes.

    Thao-Nguyen holds an LL.B. in Politics, Philosophy, and Law from King’s College London (UK) and an LL.M. from the University of Edinburgh (UK), equipping her with the expertise to navigate the complexities of both Vietnamese and international law.

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    Contact

    • + 65 6220 0325
    • thaonguyenn@pdlegal.com.sg

    Key Practices

    Employment & Industrial Relations

    Mergers & Acquisitions

    Corporate & Commercial Advisory

    Funds, Private Equity & Emerging Technologies

    Qualifications
    • King’s College London, LL.B. in Politics, Philosophy, and Law
    • University of Edinburgh, LL.M.
    Speaking engagements
    Memberships

    Member, Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association

    Highlights

    • Advised a major foreign shareholder of a publicly listed Vietnamese construction conglomerate on addressing claims of corporate governance breaches and unethical conduct by local executives and directors.
    • Assisted a Vietnamese health products manufacturer in a multi-million USD M&A deal with a private equity firm.
    • Represented a global wind turbine manufacturer in resolving disputes with local subcontractors under an EPC contract, involving both litigation and arbitration.
    • Supported a U.S.-based multinational pharmaceutical company in conducting an internal investigation into employment matters and managing disciplinary actions following a whistleblower report of alleged FCPA violations.
    • Advised a leading German health supplement manufacturer on the regulatory requirements for establishing a business presence in Vietnam and the process for importing and registering its products.
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    Publications

    Contributions

    • Legal Update
    • | July 22, 2025

    Vietnam Enters New Era Of Government Reform: Major Legal Changes Signal Shift Toward Efficiency And Growth

    • Legal Update
    • | April 15, 2025

    Navigating Vietnam’s Government Restructuring: Implications For Investors And Businesses

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