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Criminal Defense
Criminal Lawyer
Protect rights in criminal cases from investigation through trial and appeal.
When to choose this practice area?
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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Lawyers review documents, pointing out legal risks and handling options.
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Prepare contracts, official letters, minutes, or dossiers to submit to state agencies.
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Luật sư Nguyễn Hồng Lĩnh
Consulting Lawyer, Litigation Lawyer
Criminal Law
Lawyer Nguyen Hong Linh is a founding member and Managing Partner of Nguyen & Brothers Law Co., Ltd. (NBLaw), a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. Currently, he serves as a Lawyer/Inso...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Cao Trí
Defense and protection of parties' rights, Legal consultation
Criminal Law
Attorney Nguyen Cao Tri is the founding lawyer of Saigon Chi Nhan Law Firm Limited, a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. With over 15 years of experience in various fields: Land, Inher...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Đức Thắng Ý
Legal consulting, Multi-field litigation
Criminal Law
Master of Laws, Attorney NGUYỄN ĐỨC THẮNG Ý is one of the talented, reputable, and renowned lawyers in Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam. He is the founder of YLAW & PARTNERS LAW FIRM.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
14 years experience
Luật sư Lê Thành Trung
Inheritance, Land & Real Estate
Criminal Law
Lawyer Le Thanh Trung is a member of THE REPLY Law Firm Co., Ltd., specializing in advising and resolving disputes in the fields of inheritance, land, and real estate.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
8 years experience
Luật sư Trần Duy Huy
Di chúc - Thừa kế, Tài sản
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 Lương Hữu Phúc
Land & Real Estate
Criminal Law
Lawyer Luong Huu Phuc, Head of Luong Huu Phuc Law Office, a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association and the Vietnam Lawyers' Association. He has extensive experience in legal consulting and ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
13 years experience
Luật sư Huỳnh Đình Tuyên
Legal Consulting, Litigation Representation, and Out-of-Court Representation
Criminal Law
Among legal practitioners in Ho Chi Minh City, Master - Lawyer Huynh Dinh Tuyen is highly regarded by many clients and colleagues for his in-depth knowledge, diverse practical experience, and dedic...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
12 years experience
Luật sư Lê Hồng Quang
Bào chữa, bảo vệ, tranh tụng, tư vấn, đại diện ủy quyền về Hình sự, Dân sự, Thương mại, Hành chính, Lao động, Hôn nhân, Thừa kế,....
Criminal Law
Luật sư Lê Hồng Quang cùng các cộng sự giải quyết tất cả các các lĩnh vực: Hình sự - Dân sự - Hành chính - Đất đai - Thương mại - Thừa kế - Lao động - Hôn nhân - Hộ tịch - Đầu tư ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Thái Thị Thùy Dung
Corporate Advisory, Investment, Land & Real Estate, Dispute Resolution
Criminal Law
Lawyer Thai Thi Thuy Dung possesses extensive expertise across various fields and holds specialized certifications, enabling her to personalize every strategy to optimally protect the interests of ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
10 years experience
Luật Sư Vũ Nguyên
Corporate, Family Law, Criminal, Civil, Land Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Le Quang Vu is a Catholic with the professional motto "Dedicated, Professional, Integrity," prioritizing reconciliation in resolving civil, labor, commercial, real estate, inheritance, and f...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
13 years experience
Luật Sư Nguyễn Hoàng Đức
Civil Law, Divorce, Land Law, Inheritance, Business Law, Criminal Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Nguyen Hoang Duc is the Head of Duc Phuc and Associates Law Office, a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. Lawyer Duc has 16 years of experience in litigation and protecting the r...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
17 years experience
Luật sư Đoàn Khắc Độ
Marriage & Family, Land & Real Estate, Civil, Criminal, Commercial
Criminal Law
Lawyer Doan Khac Do is the founding and managing lawyer of SC LEGAL Law Firm, with nearly 20 years of experience in advising and litigating before Courts and Arbitration bodies.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
0 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.