Midland & Partners and Nishizawa International Law Office Forge Strategic Partnership

Hanoi, August 05, 2025 – Midland & Partners Law Firm (Vietnam) and Nishizawa International Law Office (Japan) have officially entered into a strategic Partnership and Collaboration Agreement to jointly provide integrated legal services across Vietnam, Japan, Thailand, and other jurisdictions in Asia.

This partnership aims to enhance both law firms’ capabilities in delivering cross-border legal solutions, particularly in the areas of corporate law, foreign investment, M&A, fintech, dispute resolution, and regional business advisory.

Under the agreement, the two firms will:

• Collaborate on multi-jurisdictional client matters;
• Refer clients where appropriate and co-handle legal engagements;
• Co-develop legal publications, organize joint seminars and marketing initiatives;
• Share legal knowledge and market insights to better serve international clients.

The partnership reinforces both law firms’ commitment to regional integration, client-focused service, and high professional standards. Each firm will continue to operate independently while working closely on joint initiatives.

Nguyen Hoai Son, Managing Partner of Midland & Partners, stated:

“We are delighted to partner with Nishizawa International Law Office. This collaboration enables us to offer seamless legal support to clients operating across Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand. Nishizawa’s deep insight into Japanese businesses abroad perfectly complements our strengths in the Vietnamese market. Together, we are committed to delivering faster, more professional, and client-centric legal services.”

Shigefumi Nishizawa, Representative Partner of Nishizawa International Law Office, shared:

“Vietnam is one of the most promising and fast-growing economies in the Southeast Asia. We are pleased to formalize this partnership with Midland & Partners—a firm that shares our values of integrity, quality, and cross-border legal excellence. Both law firms bring deep legal expertise and experience in cross-border matters. With Midland & Partners’ strong team of lawyers and legal counsel in Vietnam, we are confident they will support our clients in navigating legal challenges and advancing sustainable growth in the Vietnamese market.”

Looking ahead, both law firms see significant opportunities in supporting the growing wave of Japanese investment into Vietnam and Southeast Asia, as well as the increasing need for integrated legal counsel for Vietnamese businesses expanding abroad. The partnership is expected to serve as a platform for long-term collaboration, innovation in legal service delivery, and the development of client-focused legal solutions tailored to an evolving regional business landscape.

Contact:

Midland & Partners Law Firm
Hanoi, Vietnam |  www.midland-partners.vn
hoaison@midland-partners.vn | ☎ +84 904 882 558