English-speaking lawyers in Hanoi

Hanoi is the political capital of Vietnam, home to the ministries that issue many investment approvals and to a large community of foreign diplomats, teachers and executives. English-speaking lawyers in Hanoi help them deal with rules that change often and are published in Vietnamese.

Foreign investors ask about investment registration certificates, company setup, licensing for conditional business lines and labour contracts. Individuals need work permits, temporary residence cards and advice on leases, since foreigners face limits on owning housing. Marriage, divorce and child custody involving a Vietnamese spouse also come up.

Lawyers must belong to a provincial bar, here the Hanoi Bar Association, under the Vietnam Bar Federation. Courts operate in Vietnamese, so foreign documents need consular legalisation and certified translation. Fees are usually fixed per task or hourly. Ask English-speaking lawyers in Hanoi to confirm the scope in an engagement letter. English-speaking lawyers in Hanoi can also follow up with agencies on your behalf. Compare the firms below and contact them directly.