LPA Law, a prominent French law firm, has announced the integration of APFL Partners Vietnam LLC into its network, marking a significant expansion in Asia. This strategic move, effective from March 2025, positions LPA Law as a leading Francophone legal group in the region, with new offices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
The integration of APFL Partners, a well-established international law firm in Vietnam, enhances LPA Law’s service offerings, particularly in Corporate and M&A, Banking and Finance, and Dispute Resolution. APFL Partners, known for its expertise in Real Estate, Energy, and Manufacturing, brings valuable local knowledge combined with global experience.
With this expansion, LPA Law now operates in six key Asian cities, including Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Singapore, boasting a team of 50 multicultural and multilingual lawyers. This development allows the firm to provide seamless legal support for international investment projects and cross-border commercial activities, catering to clients from Western Continental Europe, the USA, Southeast Asia, Japan, and China.
Arnaud Bourrut-Lacouture, a distinguished corporate lawyer and co-founder of LPA Singapore, will lead the Vietnam offices as Managing Partner. He expressed enthusiasm for reuniting with former Vietnamese colleagues and embracing his new role.
Nicolas Audier, founder of APFL Partners, expressed delight at joining LPA Law, acknowledging the firm’s strong reputation in Vietnam. He will continue as Senior Legal Counsel, advising European clients entering the Vietnamese market.
This partnership marks a new era for both firms, reinforcing their ability to support international businesses in Asia and beyond.
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