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Criminal Defense
Criminal Lawyer
Protect rights in criminal cases from investigation through trial and appeal.
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When do you need a criminal lawyer?
4 critical stages of a criminal case always require a lawyer to protect your rights.
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Investigation Stage
The lawyer attends interrogations to prevent coercion and guide testimony.
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Court Defense
Argue to acquit or reduce penalties for the defendant.
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Victim Representation
Represent victims in requesting prosecution, gathering evidence, and claiming compensation.
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Appeal
Draft appeal documents and participate in appellate proceedings if the first-instance verdict is unjust.
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Situation Assessment
Lawyers review documents, pointing out legal risks and handling options.
Drafting Documents
Prepare contracts, official letters, minutes, or dossiers to submit to state agencies.
Representation
Participate in negotiations or work with partners within the scope of authorization.
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Luật sư Phạm Thị Nhàn
Marriage & Family, Criminal Law, Civil Law
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Dispute Resolution
Criminal Law
Lawyer Pham Thi Nhan is a legal expert with nearly 20 years of experience in the fields of Marriage & Family, Land, Criminal, and Civil law.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
20 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Văn Tiến
Criminal Law, Civil Law, Land & Real Estate, Business - Commercial Law
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Corporate & Business
Dispute Resolution
Master - Lawyer Nguyen Van Tien currently serves as the managing partner of Dai Quoc Viet Law Firm, Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. With over 18 years of experience in the legal field.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
19 years experience
Luật sư Trần Duy Huy
Di chúc - Thừa kế, Tài sản
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Dispute Resolution
Criminal Law
Luật sư Trần Duy Huy là người sáng lập và trực tiếp điều hành Hãng luật VN-LAW – hãng luật chuyên nghiệp hàng đầu với thế mạnh đặc biệt trong lĩnh vực Di chúc – Thừa kế và Tài sản.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
12 years experience
Luật sư Lê Doãn Tuấn
Civil Law, Wills - Inheritance, Family Law, Real Estate - Construction, Criminal Law
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Corporate & Business
Dispute Resolution
Lawyer Le Doan Tuan is currently a lawyer of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association and the founder of Le Doan Tuan and Associates Law Office.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
18 years experience
Luật sư Huỳnh Đức Hữu
Legal consulting and support, Dispute resolution
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Corporate & Business
Dispute Resolution
Lawyer Huynh Duc Huu is currently a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association and the Vietnam Lawyers' Association. He is the founding and managing lawyer of Chanh Hiep Luat Law Firm. He was f...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
18 years experience
Luật sư Phạm Đức Huy
Criminal Law (Legal Consultation, Defense Representation), Legal Consulting and Support
Civil Law
Land & Real Estate
Corporate & Business
Dispute Resolution
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Lawyer Pham Duc Huy graduated from the Faculty of International Law and is currently the Director of Vien Minh Law Company Limited, a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Ass...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
12 years experience
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What should I bring when summoned by an investigative authority?
Bring the summons, personal identification, and documents related to the matter; avoid signing minutes without reading carefully or without a lawyer's explanation.
When should a lawyer be involved from the investigation stage?
As soon as you are held, detained, or questioned for the first time, so the lawyer can protect your right to silence, guide testimony, and monitor procedures.
Can the family request a change of preventive measures?
Yes, the lawyer will prepare a dossier proving good personal background and clear residence to request release on bail or recognizance.
What is the process for appealing a prosecution decision?
The lawyer drafts an appeal letter to the Procuracy or a superior investigative authority and supplements evidence showing insufficient grounds for prosecution.
Can civil compensation be claimed within criminal proceedings?
Yes. The victim or legal representative submits a compensation request during the case for the court to consider at the same time.