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05Practice area

Dispute Resolution.

Dispute resolution. Representing clients before all levels of Vietnamese courts, VIAC, SIAC and HKIAC. We prioritise mediation and negotiation, resorting to litigation only when no better option exists.

Practice lead
Nguyễn Ngọc Khương
Founding Partner · Hanoi
Team size
4 lawyers · 2 associates
Languages
VI · EN

01 — Scope of work

What we do.

Updated Jun 2026

BLF approaches disputes with a clear principle: litigation is the last resort. Before taking any matter to court or arbitration, our Dispute team always assesses the viability of mediation — both to reduce cost and to protect long-term commercial relationships.

When litigation is unavoidable, BLF has deep experience handling complex cases before People's Courts at all levels, VIAC arbitration and international arbitration centres — with a track record in matters involving foreign elements.

Scope of work

01
Civil & commercial litigation
Representing clients in contract disputes and damages claims before People's Courts at all levels.
02
VIAC commercial arbitration
Representing both claimants and respondents in arbitration proceedings at the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre.
03
International arbitration (SIAC, HKIAC)
Handling cross-border disputes at SIAC and HKIAC — including matters with a dispute value above USD 5 million.
04
Domestic award enforcement
Supporting civil enforcement procedures in Vietnam following judgments and arbitral awards.
05
Recognition of foreign awards
Representing parties in proceedings to recognise and enforce foreign arbitral awards under the New York Convention.
06
Pre-litigation mediation & negotiation
Commercial mediation and negotiation services — typically resolving disputes within 30–60 days.

02 — Common engagements

Three typical transaction types.

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Use case · VIAC arbitration

Construction contract dispute — VND 85 billion.

A real estate developer disputed payment and delay compensation with the general contractor. BLF represented the respondent in a 14-month VIAC proceeding and obtained a favourable award.

OutcomeFavourable VIAC award · 14 months
Use case · SIAC

JVA dispute with Singapore partner — SIAC.

An internal JV dispute between the Vietnamese and Singaporean parties over share dilution. BLF represented the Vietnamese party at SIAC, successfully negotiating an exit settlement.

ValueUSD 8.5M · exit settlement
Use case · Mediation

Exclusive distribution dispute resolved in 45 days.

An exclusive distributor and a foreign manufacturer disputed contract termination. BLF organised a successful mediation, avoiding court proceedings and preserving the commercial relationship.

Timeline45 days · mediation successful

03 — Lead lawyer

Practice group lead.

Nguyễn Ngọc Khương

Nguyễn Ngọc Khương

Founding Partner · Head of Disputes

Bar association
Hanoi · since 2006
Practice certificate
No. 0042/TP/LS-CCHN
Education
LL.M International Law · Université Paris II (2005)
Specialisms
Arbitration · civil litigation · FDI disputes
Languages
VI · EN · FR
Office
Hanoi (HQ)

04 — Related insights

Recent legal updates.

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NewsletterApr 2026

VIAC arbitration procedure — key changes after the 2026 rules revision.

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HighlightFeb 2026

Recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Vietnam.

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NewsletterDec 2025

Commercial mediation under the amended Civil Procedure Code.

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