Labour and Employment

Overview

Establishing and maintaining harmonious, stable, and legally compliant employment relationships is a critical aspect of corporate governance and risk management. At the same time, labor and employment matters present significant legal exposure if not properly advised and managed.

Nhat Nam Law LLC provides comprehensive legal advisory services in labor and employment law to both domestic and foreign-invested enterprises operating in Vietnam. Acting as a trusted legal partner, we assist clients in developing transparent, consistent, and compliant employment frameworks that protect the legitimate rights and interests of both employers and employees, while proactively preventing and managing labor-related legal risks.

Scope of services

Our Labour and Employment Advisory Services include:

Establishment and Management of Employment Relationships

  • Advising on legal issues relating to recruitment, hiring, and the execution and performance of employment contracts;
  • Advising on, drafting, and reviewing employment contracts, internal labor rules, workplace regulations, salary and bonus schemes, internal democratic regulations, and other employment-related documentation;
  • Advising on and drafting non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), non-compete agreements (NCAs), and training agreements to safeguard business confidentiality and human resources;
  • Advising on, drafting, and representing employers in negotiations of collective bargaining agreements;
  • Advising on work permits, visas, temporary residence cards, and related legal matters for foreign employees working in Vietnam.

Compliance, Discipline, and Occupational Safety

  • Advising on occupational safety and health regulations, statutory insurance regimes, and employee welfare policies;
  • Advising on personal income tax matters relating to salaries, bonuses, and other employment-related income;
  • Advising on lawful procedures for employee discipline and the handling of breaches of internal labor rules.

Workforce Operations, Restructuring, and Termination

  • Advising on legal strategies and implementation plans for workforce restructuring, employee reassignment, and headcount reduction;
  • Advising on and structuring employment termination plans in compliance with statutory grounds, procedures, and timelines to minimize compensation exposure and dispute risks.

Labor Dispute Resolution

  • Advising on and representing clients in negotiations and mediation to resolve labor disputes, including disputes arising from unilateral termination or unlawful dismissal;
  • Advising on and representing clients in labor disputes before competent courts.

Key contacts

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