PRACTICE AREAS
Labor Law & International Mobility
We help multinational businesses navigate the complexities of managing a workforce in Southeast Asia. Our team provides comprehensive legal support to ensure your HR strategies align perfectly with local regulations while supporting your commercial growth.
Our Core Expertise
Contract Drafting & Review
Tailored employment contracts and internal policies compliant with local laws in Singapore and Vietnam.
International Mobility & Visas
End-to-end management of work permits, Employment Passes, and secondment arrangements across Singapore and Vietnam.
Restructuring & Terminations
Strategic advice on disciplinary processes, terminations, and redundancies in compliance with local employment law.
HR Policies & Handbooks
Drafting and adapting comprehensive corporate HR policies, internal regulations, and employee handbooks specifically compliant with Singapore and Vietnam labor frameworks.
Dispute Resolution
Mediation and representation for cross-border and local labor conflicts, ensuring cost-effective resolution.
Global Network Support
Seamless workforce coordination between Singapore, Vietnam, and international markets.
Navigating Singapore
What are the main risks when hiring in Singapore?
While Singapore offers a highly flexible, business-friendly framework, employers must strictly adhere to local fair consideration guidelines when hiring. Applying a "one-size-fits-all" approach across jurisdictions is the biggest pitfall.
How complex is the visa and relocation process?
Immigration frameworks in Asia are highly dynamic and criteria for Employment Passes change frequently. A single oversight in a relocation or secondment arrangement can halt operations or create unexpected corporate tax liabilities.
Navigating Vietnam
What are the main risks when hiring in Vietnam?
Vietnam's labor laws are heavily employee-protective. Minor administrative errors in contracts or termination procedures can easily escalate into costly legal disputes. A proactive strategy addressing both immigration and local labor law simultaneously is essential.
How complex is the visa and relocation process?
Navigating Vietnam's immigration framework requires a proactive strategy. Criteria for work permits change frequently and a single oversight in a secondment arrangement can halt operations or create unexpected corporate tax liabilities.
