About DNA
A different perspective on law.
We combine legal expertise with real business experience to deliver practical, commercial and forward-looking solutions for our clients.
Our story
DNA Vietnam LLC is a boutique corporate law firm offering legal services in areas of law relating to foreign investment and the operation of business entities in Vietnam. Our practices are Corporate, M&A, TMT, Banking & Finance, Retail & E-Commerce, Energy & Infrastructure and Insurance.
We serve clients in retail, manufacturing, food and beverage, financial services, technology, energy and infrastructure development. DNA was founded by Mr. Thanh Son Dang and Mr. Chi Lieu Dang, two former partners of a leading global law firm headquartered in the United States.
Our lawyers combine law firm expertise with in-house experience, a global outlook, deep local knowledge and the practical experience to work on complex regulatory issues and cross-border transactions. We aim to provide legal strategies that reflect the wider public policy and governmental relationships that are often critical to a positive outcome.
Founding partners
- Thanh Son Dang · Managing Partner
- Chi Lieu Dang · Partner
Both are former partners of a leading global law firm and former in-house counsel for conglomerates in Vietnam.
Our approach
How we work with clients
Client-driven, industry-focused
We follow a client-driven and industry-focused approach to maximise our clients’ interests.
Law firm and in-house experience
Both founding partners were in-house counsel for conglomerates in Vietnam before working at an international law firm.
Alternative fee arrangements
We apply alternative fee arrangements to deliver creative solutions on time and on budget.
Our mission
Superior legal services, with integrity.
Be a premier corporate law firm in Vietnam, providing superior legal services on a timely, effective and efficient basis while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity.
Our culture
People first.
Our employees are the heart and soul of the firm. We value team spirit, dedication, innovation and mutual respect, we encourage lawyers to give back to their communities, and we support work-life balance through flexible, agile working arrangements and advanced technology.