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Evidence in Vietnam-Seated Arbitration
- 08 December 2025
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- by Stephen Le
In arbitration, evidence is everything, yet many companies entering Vietnam-seated proceedings underestimate how different the evidentiary process is from domestic litigation or common-law discovery. In this post, Stephen Le breaks down Vietnam’s evidentiary framework, the tribunal’s wide discretion, and the practical steps parties should take to present and protect evidence effectively.
How Evidence Shapes Arbitration in Vietnam
- 23 September 2025
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- by Stephen Le
Evidence is the backbone of any arbitration but in Vietnam, the process looks very different from the courtroom. With no rigid discovery system, parties disclose only what is relevant, tribunals exercise wide discretion, and safeguards like privilege and confidentiality protect the integrity of proceedings. In this post, Stephen Le explains how evidence is handled step by step in arbitration and why Vietnam’s framework offers a flexible yet reliable forum for dispute resolution.
Arbitration Procedure in Vietnam
- 04 September 2025
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- by Stephen Le
What does arbitration in Vietnam actually look like from start to finish? From filing the Request for Arbitration to receiving a final award, Vietnam’s arbitration procedure is legally structured and enforceable, supporting both local and international parties. In this post, Stephen Le walks through the full process, outlines the powers and duties of arbitrators, and clarifies who can represent clients in arbitration.
Interim Measures In Arbitration
- 14 July 2025
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- by Stephen Le
Urgent disputes can’t always wait for a final award. The Vietnamese arbitration framework allows tribunals and courts to issue binding measures that protect rights and preserve fairness. In this post, Stephen Le outlines the key types of interim measures available, when courts can intervene, and how Vietnam supports both domestic and foreign-seated arbitrations.
Jurisdiction in Vietnamese Arbitration
- 12 June 2025
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- by Stephen Le
When can courts get involved in arbitration? From jurisdictional challenges to enforcing (or ignoring) arbitration agreements, Vietnamese law outlines clear procedures and limits for judicial intervention. Stephen Le breaks down when and how parties can contest a tribunal’s authority, how courts review those objections, and what happens if a party tries to bypass the arbitration clause altogether. Essential reading for legal teams drafting arbitration clauses, enforcing awards, or navigating disputes across borders.
