Baker McKenzie offers standout expertise in insurance law, regularly advising on high-value disputes, complex regulatory matters, and transactional issues across both life and non-life insurance. The team is noted for its strong technical ability and in-depth understanding of Vietnam’s regulatory landscape, and frequently assists clients with M&A transactions in the insurance sector. Clients include international and domestic insurers, financial institutions, intermediaries, and regulatory bodies. The practice is jointly led by Thanh Hai Nguyen in Hanoi, who handles major transactions and projects, and Oanh Hoang Kim Nguyen in Ho Chi Minh City, who focuses on complex cross-border matters. Viet Trung Nguyen also plays a key role, particularly in regulatory advisory work.

Frasers Law Company advises a broad spectrum of financial institutions and insurers on regulatory compliance, due diligence, and risk mitigation. The team is particularly well-regarded for its ability to guide clients through Vietnam’s evolving legal framework, including licensing requirements, foreign ownership restrictions, and regulatory approvals. The practice is led by Mark Fraser, who brings deep brings extensive experience in advising on complex regulatory issues, and benefits from the support of Duong Thi Mai Huong.

ANHISA is a boutique shipping firm with a deep specialisation in maritime law, frequently representing a range of foreign and domestic shipping and insurance clients in disputes and marine insurance matters. Leading the practice is Dang Viet Anh, based in Ho Chi Minh City, who is experienced in acting for insurers in cross-border disputes and arbitration, and the practice also benefits from Tran Thi Bao Tram, who frequently advises foreign insurers and reinsurers in lawsuits.

Vina Legal advises across the full range of life and non-life insurance matters, with particular strength in the healthcare sector. The team handles regulatory compliance, bancassurance arrangements, and M&A transactions involving insurers and is also active in insurance-related litigation. Practice head Duong Quang Long brings deep sectoral knowledge and extensive experience in managing complex cross-border insurance matters and navigating regulatory frameworks.

Based in Hanoi, Vision & Associates’ extensive team is sought after by local and international clients for its in-depth understanding of the Vietnamese insurance landscape and legal framework. The firm regularly advises on a broad range of matters, including regulatory compliance, policy interpretation, contract drafting, and business establishment. The practice is spearheaded by Luu Tien Ngoc and Trong Hieu Dang, who together bring extensive experience and a strong track record in the insurance space. Notably, the team has also handled some innovative cross-border mandates, with recent work focusing on regulatory and compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions.