First Counsel is a specialist legal advisory firm serving businesses and investors across Vietnam,
with core strengths in ongoing legal retainer services and outsourced in-house counsel,
employment law and labour dispute resolution, corporate, investment and M&A advisory,
and comprehensive legal due diligence (Legal Audit / Due Diligence) covering
labour rights, human rights in business, ESG and environmental compliance (EHS).
First Counsel advises directly in English and Mandarin Chinese, serving both
domestic enterprises and foreign investors operating in the Vietnamese market.
We do not simply answer legal questions – we place every issue in the real commercial context of your business and deliver solutions that are not only legally sound but practically executable.
Your Time is Our Priority
Every enquiry receives a response within 24 business hours. We proactively update you on progress — you will never be left waiting without knowing where things stand.
Transparent from Start to Finish
Fees are agreed in writing before any work begins. No hidden charges. No surprises. You always know exactly what you are paying for and why.
Our Legal Services
First Counsel provides specialized legal services for businesses, investors and startups in Vietnam – every solution is built around your specific goals and commercial context.
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Ongoing Legal Counsel & Outsourced Legal Department
Your dedicated legal team without the overhead. We handle contracts, compliance, risk management and day-to-day legal matters at a fixed, transparent monthly fee.
Comprehensive employment legal support – from drafting employment contracts and internal regulations to representing your business in labour mediation, court and arbitration.
End-to-end support for domestic and foreign investors – market entry structuring, IRC/ERC licensing, cross-border M&A transactions and post-investment legal compliance. Advised in English and Mandarin.
Comprehensive legal audits covering labour, human rights, business ethics, management systems, health & safety and environmental compliance — helping businesses meet international supply chain standards.
We measure success by the trust and satisfaction of our clients – businesses that have partnered with First Counsel and continue to grow with us.
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First Counsel does not just give legal advice – they truly understand our business challenges. Every solution they propose is practical, executable and genuinely protective of our interests.
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Nguyen T.
CEO · Technology Company
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We have used First Counsel’s outsourced legal department service for over a year. Fast responses, deep expertise, fully transparent fees – exactly as promised from day one.
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Le M.
Managing Director · FDI Enterprise
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Labour disputes are sensitive. First Counsel handled our case methodically and professionally, achieving the best possible outcome while preserving the working relationship with our employees.
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Vu H.
Head of HR · Manufacturing Group
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As a foreign investor, I needed a firm that could advise clearly in English and genuinely understand cross-border investment regulations. First Counsel delivered exactly that – professional, responsive and reliable.
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David K.
Founder · Singapore-based Startup
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Our M&A transaction involved complex cross-border legal issues. First Counsel identified every risk clearly and helped us negotiate and close the deal on our terms – efficiently and on schedule.
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Pham Q.
CFO · Investment Company
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My startup needed fast, practical advice on shareholder structure and our seed investment round. First Counsel understood the situation immediately and protected our founder rights with confidence.
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Tran B.
Co-founder · Fintech Startup
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First Counsel is ready to listen and support you with speed, precision and professionalism. Let us help you resolve your legal matters efficiently.
