Ruby Phan

Phan Thi Quynh is a special counsel at Dentons LuatViet, based in Da Nang city. With a robust legal career that spans over a decade, Quynh has carved out a niche for herself in managing intricate legal matters, with a pronounced focus on real estate and corporate law, alongside investment, banking & finance, employment, labor, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Quynh embarked on her legal journey in 2011, rapidly ascending to the role of Head of the Legal Department at a notable Thai company. Her tenure there was marked by substantial contributions to Thai investors, facilitating the inception and growth of their businesses in Vietnam, and thereby, accruing a wealth of experience in foreign investment within the nation. In the sphere of real estate law, Quynh has demonstrated a particular acumen in navigating the complexities of commercial transactions and agreements. Her prowess extends to the meticulous drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of contracts related to commercial real estate leases, construction projects, purchases, and business partnership agreements, ensuring they are in stringent compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Prior to joining Dentons LuatViet, Quynh excelled as an in-house lawyer, where she deepened her expertise in corporate law practices and provided executives with precise, timely, and high-quality legal counsel across a myriad of legal issues. Fluent in Vietnamese, English, and Thai, Quynh brings a multilingual advantage to her practice, facilitating smooth cross-border interactions and transactions. Quynh’s dedication to legal excellence and her significant experience in real estate and corporate law make her a pivotal member of the Dentons LuatViet team. Experience Project Investment: Serving as the lead legal consultant for numerous real estate projects in Hanoi, Danang, DakLak, Can Tho, and Quang Ngai province, including a project in Hanoi with a total investment of approximately US$43 million. Additionally, she supports foreign investors in investing and developing a chain of retail stores and restaurants in Da Nang City. Litigation: Acting as a legal representative to protect the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises in various cases, including a national key case concerning violations of construction regulations at the Expressway Project. She has managed cases such as a dispute of rights between the Investor and the toll collection unit at a BOT project in Quang Nam and a dispute over investment and project development rights between two large real estate enterprises in Vietnam. One of the Top 5 Construction Companies of Vietnam: Assisting and directly participating in commercial real estate lease and purchase negotiations, construction contracts, and other real estate projects, both large and small. Thai Investors in Vietnam: Advising on and conducting project investment procedures for Thai investors in Vietnam, including developing projects, applying for investment licenses, and establishing businesses in Vietnam. An Agriculture Subsidiary of Thai Foods Group: Collaborating with legal agencies/third parties and participating in resolving complaints, disputes, and proceedings at arbitration agencies and courts to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the company. Investing in the Retail Supermarket and Hypermarkets of Central Retail Vietnam: Preparing the Land Auction dossier and working with authorities of the central province to attend land auctions; Leading negotiations and proceeding with subsequent steps of the M&A Agreement, Transfer Company Agreement, Building Lease Agreement, Consultant Services Contract, etc. Providing professional legal advice and solutions to internal stakeholders on a variety of commercial, project, and real estate matters in Vietnam