Law Firm History

From Vision to Global Connection: The Inspiring Journey of ANT Lawyers

In the dynamic landscape of Vietnam’s legal sector, there exists a remarkable tale of vision, innovation, and relentless commitment to international collaboration. ANT Lawyers, an internationally recognized law firm in Vietnam, stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication of its founder, Mr. Tuan Nguyen. This intriguing history takes us on a journey from its humble beginnings to its current position of 3 offices in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Da Nang with 15 English speaking staff, catering to the needs of foreign investors seeking to explore the vast opportunities within this vibrant Southeast Asian nation. The firm takes the logo with ANT resembles an insect, which is considered small in size but has amazing strength that also represent willpower, diligence, patience, tenacity, endurance, fidelity, cooperation, truthfulness, and power. In the firm, there are qualified lawyers that deal with legal matters, and seasoned consultants what assist on Government affairs matters.

In the year 2012, armed with little more than a vision and a small team comprising one legal assistant and one administrative staff member, Mr. Tuan Nguyen embarked on a transformative journey to create a legal firm that would not only assist foreign investors but would also redefine the way legal services were provided in Vietnam. His ambitious goal was to streamline operations, increase efficiency, and ultimately reduce costs to better serve the firm’s international clients.

But Mr. Tuan Nguyen’s journey to founding ANT Lawyers did not begin in a vacuum. It was shaped by a wealth of experiences gained over a decade of working in various capacities, including a significant period with Maersk Inc., a global shipping giant. From 2003 to 2005, he honed his skills while working in the United States, gaining invaluable insights into international business practices.

Equipped with this rich background, Mr. Tuan Nguyen embarked on a global educational odyssey. In 2000, he delved into Maersk International Shipping Education in Copenhagen, Denmark every six months over two years period to learn and at the same time work at Hanoi and HCMC offices.  His quest for knowledge didn’t stop there, he embarked on a Distance Learning MBA from Warwick Business School in the United Kingdom in 2008, and participating in an exchange program on Sydney, Australia campus for 3 months with AGSM in 2010.

This globe-trotting pursuit of education allowed him to not only accumulate knowledge but also to build a vast network of international connections—an asset that would prove crucial to ANT Lawyers’ future.

From its inception in 2012, ANT Lawyers took a non-conventional approach to build direct connections with international businesspersons, consulting and advisory firms, law firms. This approach allowed them to facilitate and support foreign investors and their clients in navigating Vietnam’s changing legal landscape, complex decision making process but thriving business opportunities.

Today, the firm has expanded its team to 15 members, all driven by the same vision and dedication to providing world-class legal services in Vietnam. The story of ANT Lawyers is one of resilience, innovation, and a relentless commitment to excellence. As delving deeper into this captivating history, you will uncover the pivotal moments and innovative strategies that have made ANT Lawyers an invaluable partner for those seeking to do business in the ever-evolving Vietnamese market.

As the driving force behind ANT Lawyers, with business sense, legal understanding, inter-cultural awareness, international mindset, he continues to lead the firm on a path of innovation, international collaboration, and unparalleled legal services.