A&O Shearman advises a range of international and domestic banks, credit providers, and corporates on the full spectrum of capital market deals, including cross-border IPO’s, block trades, debt capital market offerings, and hybrid convertible loans. The practice is led by DCM expert Duc Tran, who advises high-profile clients on bond issuances and landmark equity offerings. Tina LeDinh is also a key contact, bringing a wealth of experience advising issuers and underwriters on Vietnamese equity and debt capital markets. Hai Nguyen, who joined the firm from YKVN, in July 2025, further strengthens the firm’s capital markets capabilities.

VILAF advises domestic and international issuers, underwriters, and arrangers on a range of capital market transactions. The team has advised extensively on corporate bonds, inaugural bond issuances, transaction structuring, and equity capital market products such as derivatives and ETFs. The practice is jointly led by Duyen Ha Vo, based in Ho Chi Minh City, and Phong Tran, based in Hanoi, who are both active in the capital market space. Other key contacts include Hung Nguyen, who frequently advises on corporate bonds, and Anh Dang, who is experienced in international IPOs.

YKVN is highly sought after by international clients for its extensive expertise in navigating Vietnam’s evolving regulatory landscape, frequently advising on complex debt and equity transactions. The firm is particularly adept at advising on green and social bond issuances, bond transactions and restructuring, as well as high-profile strategic exits. The practice is led by banking and finance expert Truong Nhat Quang, and benefits from a strong bench, including Hanoi-based Duong Thu Ha, who frequently leads on high-profile equity and debt matters, as well as Vu Dzung and Nguyen Thu Hang, who are renowned capital market specialists. Hai Nguyen departed the firm in July 2025.

Allens regularly acts for sellers, sponsors, issuers, and lead managers on debt capital markets transactions, including the issuance of bonds, derivatives, and hybrid instruments, as well as equity matters such as private placements, large-scale secondary share sales, and the issuance and sale of hybrid equity instruments. The firm is particularly sought after to guide clients through the complexities of raising finance via debt instruments, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Linh Bui leads the team from Ho Chi Minh City, advising international and Vietnamese companies on high-profile capital market transactions, alongside Ngoc Anh Tran. Dang Vu is also a key contact for domestic and international bond matters.

Baker McKenzie advises clients on a wide range of debt and equity matters, including corporate bonds, structured financing transactions, acquisition financing, and structured lending solutions. The firm also demonstrates a deep understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape and has acted on landmark blue bond and green bond issuances. The practice is led from Ho Chi Minh City by Oanh Hoang Kim Nguyen, who is adept at leading high-profile equity and debt capital market matters, including IPO deals. Ngo Thai Ninh and Phuong Chi Vo, both based in Hanoi, are also key contacts, with expertise in foreign exchange transactions, swaps, and derivatives.

Frasers Law Company advises international financial institutions, investment funds, and corporate issuers on Vietnam-related capital markets transactions, spanning both equity and debt offerings. The firm is particularly adept at handling regulatory compliance, disclosure obligations, and transactional structuring, and also assists clients with structured products, convertible instruments, and warrants. Leading the practice is Mark Fraser, who brings a wealth of capital markets experience, while Ho Thuy Ngoc Tram is a key contact for convertible and exchangeable bonds, private placements, and listing compliance.