ACSV Legal

ACSV Legal ACSV Legal is a vibrant and dynamic, Vietnam based law-firm, located in Ho Chi Minh City. "Great communicators. Very fair on pricing. Technically very good.

ACSV Legal is a vibrant and dynamic, Vietnam based law-firm, located in Ho Chi Minh City with unparalleled domestic expertise. We have one of the premier Corporate / M&A practices in Vietnam and we have extensive experience in private equity transactions with a strong commercial focus. We have advised various clients on (re-)structuring their businesses in the light of investments in or outside Vi

etnam. Our clients are typically businesses within South-East Asia which are experiencing significant growth, as well as leading international and local corporations who need advice on a broad array of multi-jurisdictional transactions. We have advised our clients on matters in a wide range of sectors and industries such as healthcare, beauty and fitness, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, IT and technology, hospitality and leisure, education, retail, manufacturing and distribution, apparel and fashion, Fintech and payment services. We have a team of experienced lawyers who are qualified in Vietnam, the UK, the US, Germany, and Malaysia in civil and common law jurisdictions. The languages spoken at ACSV Legal include Vietnamese, English, German, Japanese, Italian, Dutch, French and Malay. Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2020
"The corporate team has vast cross-border expertise and is skilled in handling M&A mandates for large Vietnamese conglomerates." Very thorough.”


ILFR1000 2020
"The law firm is very good. In addition to being very knowledgeable and professional, they provide advice that is in the client's best interest, not what generates the most fees. Furthermore, they work with a sense of urgency I greatly appreciate. They always deliver their work in a timely manner, they are organized, they provide high-quality work, and are very responsive." ILFR1000 2019
"Mark and his team are perfect partners for us. I would not hesitate to recommend ACSV to any of my friends or colleagues. Mark’s team is particularly knowledgeable on cross-border private equity structuring and transactions.”

“This is a highly competent M&A/Corporate law firm able to operate to international standards. Extremely responsive. Good commercial advice. Able to rely upon them 100%. Very fluent English. In the transaction I engaged them for, I could not fault them any aspect.”


Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2018
“ACSV Legal is ‘a strong firm for M&A, which excels in transactions’, with strong presence in consumer-facing sectors such as retail and leisure.”

ACSV Legal is !We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Corporate & Commercial lawyer based in Ho Chi Minh City for...
13/02/2026

ACSV Legal is !

We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Corporate & Commercial lawyer based in Ho Chi Minh City for a rewarding opportunity with partnership prospects and the platform to build and lead their own legal practice.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, contribute strategically to the firm’s growth, and work within a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment. We value teamwork and genuine connection, fostered through regular team lunches and company outings.

☑️ Senior Associate Lawyer: https://lnkd.in/gdVR_6Bw

Apply now: [email protected]

FEBRUARY 2026 NEWSLETTERVietnam has taken a major step towards regulating artificial intelligence with the adoption of t...
10/02/2026

FEBRUARY 2026 NEWSLETTER

Vietnam has taken a major step towards regulating artificial intelligence with the adoption of the Law on Artificial Intelligence No. 134/2025/QH15 (AI Law), effective from 1 March 2026.

As Vietnam’s first comprehensive AI legislation, the AI Law introduces a risk-based regulatory framework, establishes core governance principles, and sets out liability for AI-related damage.

Key highlights include:
✔️ Scope, Core Principles and Policy Objectives
✔️ AI Governance and State Management Framework
✔️ Compliance Boundaries and Innovation Support Mechanisms
✔️ Legal Liability and Compliance Roadmap

The AI Law marks a shift from a primarily innovation-driven approach to a balanced framework combining development incentives with risk-based regulation, grounded in the principle of human-centred AI and meaningful human control.

In practice, risk classification, notification via the one-stop AI portal, transparency obligations, and compensation requirements, particularly for high-risk AI systems, are expected to be key compliance focus areas for businesses.

📰 Read our full article here: https://lnkd.in/g9za9RgP
🌐 For more legal updates and insights, visit: www.acsvlegal.com
📩 For inquiries, contact us: [email protected]

Tết Is Here at ACSV Legal 🧧🌸As the Lunar New Year approaches, we came together to share Tết hampers and lì xì with our t...
07/02/2026

Tết Is Here at ACSV Legal 🧧🌸

As the Lunar New Year approaches, we came together to share Tết hampers and lì xì with our team, celebrating the festive spirit and expressing our appreciation ahead of the holiday break.

Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous Year of the Horse 2026.
05/02/2026

Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous Year of the Horse 2026.

Vietnam’s New Bankruptcy Law: What Reforms to Be Expected?On 11 December 2025, Vietnam’s National Assembly passed the La...
04/02/2026

Vietnam’s New Bankruptcy Law: What Reforms to Be Expected?

On 11 December 2025, Vietnam’s National Assembly passed the Law on Recovery and Bankruptcy No. 142/2025/QH15, effective 1 March 2026 (“2025 Law”). The 2025 Law replaces the Law on Bankruptcy No. 51/2014/QH13 and addresses long-standing procedural and structural challenges.

Key reforms:
✔️ Recovery-First Approach: Prioritises corporate recovery over liquidation.
✔️Flexible Restructuring Tools: Enables sale of the debtor’s business as a going concern and early asset sales when preservation costs exceed value.
✔️Streamlined Dispute Resolution: Centralised adjudication by the bankruptcy court.

The 2025 Law marks a significant shift in Vietnam’s insolvency framework, turning bankruptcy from a last-resort mechanism into a functional tool for corporate reorganisation and economic restructuring. Its implementation will be closely watched by both domestic and foreign stakeholders.

📰 Read our full article here: https://lnkd.in/g-GbiakD
🌐 For more legal updates and insights, visit: acsvlegal.com
📩 For inquiries, contact: [email protected]

A Night to Remember - Year-End Party 2025YEP 2025 marked a special occasion to celebrate our people, our journey, and th...
22/01/2026

A Night to Remember - Year-End Party 2025

YEP 2025 marked a special occasion to celebrate our people, our journey, and the achievements that defined the year. It was a moment to recognise colleagues for their dedication, professionalism, and meaningful contributions, while also expressing our appreciation to the entire team for their continued commitment, collaboration, and support.

These moments captured from YEP 2025 reflect the spirit of togetherness - showing that every milestone is built on teamwork, shared celebrations, and a collective vision for the future.

Thank you to everyone who made this year meaningful and the celebration memorable. We look forward to bringing this positive momentum into 2026.

✨ We’re honored to be recognized in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 rankings!ACSV Legal has been ranked Tier 3 in:🔹 Corp...
15/01/2026

✨ We’re honored to be recognized in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 rankings!

ACSV Legal has been ranked Tier 3 in:
🔹 Corporate and M&A
🔹Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
🔹Labour and Employment
🔹Tax

This recognition reflects our continued commitment to excellence and the collective strength of our team. We sincerely thank our clients and peers for their trust and support, and our colleagues for their dedication and expertise.

We look forward to building on this momentum and continuing to deliver outstanding results.

🔗 See our Legal 500 rankings here: https://lnkd.in/gXeFHvAr

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JANUARY 2026 NEWSLETTEROn 24 December 2025, the Government officially issued Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP on electronic lab...
12/01/2026

JANUARY 2026 NEWSLETTER

On 24 December 2025, the Government officially issued Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP on electronic labour contracts (Decree 337), in line with Vietnam’s national digital transformation strategy.

Although Decree 337 took effect on 1 January 2026, the adoption of electronic labour contracts remains voluntary at this stage, subject to the completion and operation of the electronic labour contract platform by the Ministry of Home Affairs. However, by no later than 1 July 2026, the national electronic labour contract platform must be officially put into operation. From that date, the conclusion and performance of electronic labour contracts must comply with Decree 337.

Key highlights include:
✔️ Centralised digital architecture: the electronic labour contract platform, identification codes, and authorised service providers
✔️ Technical and identity verification requirements for electronic labour contracts
✔️ Personal data protection, cybersecurity, and employee rights
✔️ Legal validity, contract conversion, and transitional arrangements

📰 Read our full article here: https://lnkd.in/gRibKF_J
🌐 For more legal updates and insights, visit: www.acsvlegal.com
📩 For inquiries, contact: [email protected]

ACSV Legal is ! We are looking for talented and detail-oriented professionals in the Corporate & Commercial Practice to...
07/01/2026

ACSV Legal is !

We are looking for talented and detail-oriented professionals in the Corporate & Commercial Practice to join our team in Ho Chi Minh City. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive workplace, where we value teamwork and connection through regular team lunches and company outings.

Open positions:
☑️ Junior Associate: https://lnkd.in/gcM_vhpZ
☑️ Associate Lawyer: https://lnkd.in/daQnFP8B

Apply now: [email protected]

Legal 500: Real Estate Comparative Guide 2025 - VietnamACSV Legal is pleased to be the exclusive contributor for the Vie...
07/01/2026

Legal 500: Real Estate Comparative Guide 2025 - Vietnam

ACSV Legal is pleased to be the exclusive contributor for the Vietnam chapter in the 9th Edition of the Legal 500: Real Estate Comparative Guide.

This Country Comparative Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key real estate laws and regulatory framework applicable in Vietnam, offering practical insights for investors, developers, and legal practitioners.

📰Read our full Vietnam chapter here: https://lnkd.in/g-qaJndG
🌐 For more legal updates and insights, visit: acsvlegal.com
📩 For inquiries, contact: [email protected]

Decree Detailing the Implementation of the Law on Personal Data ProtectionOn 31 December 2025, Vietnam issued Decree No....
06/01/2026

Decree Detailing the Implementation of the Law on Personal Data Protection

On 31 December 2025, Vietnam issued Decree No. 356/2025/ND-CP (“Decree”), guiding the implementation of the Law on Personal Data Protection (Law No. 91/2025/QH15) (“PDP Law”).

Both the Decree and the PDP Law took effect on 1 January 2026, marking the formal transition from Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP to a stronger, higher-level statutory framework with enhanced enforcement and more specialised rules on advanced data processing technologies.

Key highlights include:
✔️ Refinement of the classification of basic personal data and sensitive personal data
✔️ Extended timelines for responding to data subject requests
✔️ Stricter requirements for obtaining valid consent
✔️ More detailed rules governing personal data transfers, including cross-border transfers
✔️ Standardised requirements for Data Protection Officers and Data Protection Departments (DPO/DPD)
✔️ Expanded exemptions from the requirement to submit Cross-Border Data Transfer Impact Assessment (DTIA) reports
✔️ Clarification of timelines for updating Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and DTIA reports
✔️ Exemptions applicable to micro-enterprises, small enterprises, and start-ups
✔️ Enhanced data breach notification obligations, particularly in relation to location data and biometric data
✔️ Introduction of sector-specific requirements and standardised compliance templates

Overall, the Decree reflects the Vietnamese Government’s substantial efforts to establish a more structured, enforceable, and comprehensive personal data protection framework in Vietnam.

Businesses are encouraged to use the remaining transition period to reassess their data classification practices, consent mechanisms, data transfer arrangements, and internal governance structures to ensure full compliance with the PDP Law and its implementing Decree.

📰 Read our full article here: https://lnkd.in/gKKsjjBU
🌐 For more legal updates and insights, visit: acsvlegal.com
📩 For inquiries, contact: [email protected]

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026! 🎆
Wishing you a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

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ACSV Legal is a Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam based law firm. The firm is led by Managing Partner, Mark Oakley who has been living and working in Vietnam since 2007. Before establishing ACSV Legal, Mark worked at large international law firms in London, Singapore, the Middle East and Vietnam.

ACSV Legal currently has a team of lawyers who are qualified in Vietnam and abroad, in both civil and common law jurisdictions. Our lawyers are bi-lingual in Vietnamese, German, English, Malay, French, Italian and Dutch.

ACSV Legal’s commitment to service excellence extends to the way in which we approach fees.