Characterised by its depth and breadth of expertise, Baker McKenzie LLP is also lauded for its ‘wide spectrum of expertise in M&A with SEC-related aspects.’ With strength in numbers, the practice is jointly led by Peerapan Tungsuwan, who specialises in highly regulated industries, such as healthcare, life sciences, and natural resources; antitrust-expert Pornapa Luengwattanakit who specialises in matters regarding M&A criteria and merger controls; Sorachon Boonsong, who brings real estate and insurance knowledge to the group; Sivapong Viriyabusaya, who routinely handles M&A and joint venture transactions, as well as business entries into Thailand; Sumet Orsirivikorn, who has a keen eye for the renewables sector; Ampika Kumar, a consumer goods and retail expert, and Yuthana Sivaraks.
Corporate and M&A in Thailand
Baker McKenzie LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Pornapa Luengwattanakit; Peerapan Tungsuwan; Sorachon Boonsong; Sivapong Viriyabusaya; Yuthana Sivaraks; Sumet Orsirivikorn; Ampika Kumar
Les références
‘Always updating legal knowhow to customers. Skill full in corporate law, including M&A practice, plus how to manage disputes among shareholders.’
‘Know customer’s need.’
‘Wide spectrum of expertise in M&A with SEC-related aspects.’
Principaux clients
Proud Real Estate Public Co., Ltd.
Earth Tech Environment Public Company Limited
Better World Green Public Company Limited
Polaris Scientific Buyer, Inc.
CG Capital Advisory
RS Public Company Limited
Taithongchai Family and its holding companies
Keppel Telecommunications & Transportation Ltd
LINE MAN Wongnai
Dover Corporation
International Schools Partnership Limited
Sika (Thailand) Limited
Grab Holdings Inc
MK Restaurant Group Public Company Limited
Muang Thai Life Assurance Public Company Limited
KT Restaurant Co., Ltd.
Country Group Development Public Company
Electricity Generating Public Company Limited
Landmark Holdings Company Limited
K.E. Group / REIT
Accretive Capital Real Estate Company Limited
PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited
Bhiraj Buri Co., Ltd.
Gulf Overseas Investment Trading Corporation
PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited
ALLY Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust
Kerry Express (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Energy Absolute Public Company Limited
Aapico Hitech
Unilever Thai Trading Limited
B.Grimm Joint Venture Holding Limited
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC
Khon Kaen Fishing Net Factory Co., Ltd.
SCG Logistics Management Co., Ltd.
Polaris Scientific Buyer, Inc.
SCG JWD Logistics Public Company Limited
AGC Inc.
Super Energy Corporation Public Company Limited
Choco Card Enterprise Co., Ltd.
ExxonMobil Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd.
Kasikornbank Public Company Limited
Khotkool Co.,Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Sika on the successful $5.6bn acquisition of the Master Builder Construction Chemicals Group from Lone Star.
- Advised LINE MAN Wongnai on the acquisition Living Mobile, an operator of a POS system software “FoodStory”
- Advised RS Public Company Limited on the sale of RS music catalog assets to, and joint venture with, Universal Music Group.
Linklaters
Praised for its ‘deep local knowledge combined with global expertise in M&A', Linklaters is involved in M&A transactions involving major companies in the energy, financial services, consumer technology, media, and telecommunications industries. Wilailuk Okanurak and Sutthipong Koohasaneh are responsible for jointly heading the practice; Okanurak draws on extensive experience advising on corporate, energy, banking, and capital markets transactions, while Koohasaneh regularly handles M&A transactions, takeovers, joint ventures, foreign investments, and merger control matters. Key members of the practice include Pichitpon Eammongkolchai, who is a key contact for clients in the retail, consumer, and real estate sectors; Wanwisar Nakarat, who is active in the petrochemical, energy, and infrastructure sectors, and Pornpan Chayasuntorn, whose expertise lies in public M&A, corporate restructuring, and joint ventures.
Responsables de la pratique:
Wilailuk Okanurak; Sutthipong Koohasaneh
Autres avocats clés:
Pichitpon Eammongkolchai; Wanwisar Nakarat; Pornpan Chayasuntorn
Les références
‘Very strong knowledge and excellent communication.’
‘This team has deep local knowledge combined with global expertise in M&A, coordinating cross-border transactions involving multiple jurisdictions.’
‘It is well known for developing creative solutions to navigate complex legal and regulatory issues.’
Principaux clients
Allianz
Amundi
Ares SSG Capital Management
Asean Industrial Growth Fund Pte Ltd
Ascend Capital Co., Ltd.
Bayer
Bangkok Bank Pcl
Braskem
Carrier Global Corporation
Casino Guichard-Perrachon
Charoen Pokphand Food Public Company Limited
Charoen Pokphand Group
CP ALL Public Company Limited
CP Axtra Public Company Limited
CIMB Thai Bank Public Company Limited
Citi
The Dow Chemical Company
Ek-Chai Distribution Company Limited
Esso (Thailand) Plc
Emerging Markets Investment Fund 1A
Generali
Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited
Gunkul Public Company Limited
Holcim Limited
ING Group
Jardines Group
KASIKORNBANK Public Company Limited
Kerry Logistics Network Limited
KKR (private equity)
Krungsri Finnovate Co., Ltd.
Linde (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Line Man Corporation
Manulife
Maxim’s Caterers Limited
Minor International Public Company Limited
Morgan Stanley Private Equity
Muang Thai Life Public Company Limited
Osotspa Co., Ltd.
PAG (private equity)
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited
PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited
PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited
RATCH Group Public Company Limited
The Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited
SC Capital Partners Group
SCB 10X Co., Ltd.
Siam City Cement Public Company Limited
Singha Ventures
Standard Chartered Bank
Star Petroleum Refining Public Company Limited
Suntory
Swire Pacific Limited
Thaioil Public Company Limited
TE Asia Healthcare Partners
The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Ltd
TPG Capital (S) Pte Ltd
True Corporation Public Company Limited
True Vision Group
Principaux dossiers
Chandler Mori Hamada Limited
The corporate and M&A practice at Chandler Mori Hamada Limited boasts particular expertise in cross-border transactions involving large Japanese corporates and Japanese FDI. Sectors of focus for the group include hospitality, automotive, real estate, retail, manufacturing, and renewable energy. Arkrapol Pichedvanichok is responsible for leading the practice and specialises in joint ventures, merges, acquisitions, and foreign investment in Thailand. Wongsakrit Khajangson is a name to highlight for his extensive debt restructuring, commercial dispute, and M&A knowledge, notably regarding regulatory compliance issues involved in such transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Arkrapol Pichedvanichok
Autres avocats clés:
Wongsakrit Khajangson; Koonlacha Charungkit-anant; Seiji Akimoto
Les références
‘They are the leading law firm in Thailand. Highly responsive to client’s requests, and highly commercial. We are very happy to work with them. ’
‘Chandler MHM is exceptionally responsive and available to deal with our needs. It is a standout among Thai firms.’
‘Highly competent team leader and team members with in-depth knowledge and a practical business point of view. High negotiating skill, high responsiveness.’
Principaux clients
ThaiNamthip Limited
ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised ThaiNamthip on the formation of a north ASEAN bottling alliance.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper is at the forefront of M&A and investment transactions in the energy, technology, financial services, insurance, real estate, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors in Thailand. Its financial instructions M&A offering is particularly strong, as well as its banking, financial regulatory and securities expertise. Samata Masagee is responsible for leading the practice and regularly heads up M&A transactions and matters in the energy sector. Thananan Sangnuan is also a key name whose expertise lies in financial institutions and commercial banks in distressed circumstances.
Responsables de la pratique:
Samata Masagee
Autres avocats clés:
Thananan Sangnuan
Les références
‘DLA M&A team is more than just delivering high-quality work. The team fosters a collaborative environment that empowered us to feel like true partners in the process.’
‘Their open communication and regular check-ins ensured we were always informed and involved. Working with this team has been a truly exceptional experience.’
‘Their dedication to our project was evident from the very beginning. They went the extra mile to understand our specific needs and challenges, and their expertise in M&A was invaluable.’
Principaux clients
Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited
BCPG Public Company Limited
WHA Utilities & Power Public Company Limited
INGKA Investments B.V.
Elektra AB (Publ)
Morgan Stanley Asia Ltd
WHA Venture Holding Company Limited
Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Hiscox Ltd
EUROP ASSISTANCE HOLDING
John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited
City Villa Co., Ltd.
IDP Education Limited
DAMAC Properties Co. LLC.
Real Asset Development Co., Ltd
Lumen Australia Pty Ltd
Cariva (Thailand) Company Limited
Must Be Company Limited
Oventure Group Co., Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited on an acquisition of 65.99% stake in Esso (Thailand) Public Company Limited from ExxonMobil Asia Holdings.
- Representing BSE Power Holdings (Thailand) Company Limited, a subsidiary of BCPG Public Company Limited, in the acquisitions of 100% equity in Parabolic Solar Power Company Limited, BS Solar Energy Company Limited, and KSS Solar Company Limited, from Green Tech Venture Public Company Limited.
- Advising Hiscox on a 100% disposal of Hiscox’s shares in Direct Asia Insurance (Holdings) Pte Ltd in exchange for Series B shares in Ignite Thailand Holding Limited.
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
The capital markets practice at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is active in M&A transactions relating to digital platforms, fin-tech, and cryptocurrency. Another area of focus for the practice is the deregulation of cannabis cultivation and sale. Stephen Bennett sits at the head of the practice and frequently advises on M&A and capital markets transactions, notably in the telecommunications and fin-tech sectors. Somruetai Noppornprom supports the practice with her expertise in fin-tech and financial services M&A transactions. Tanagorn Thimasarn has extensive experience handling large-scale telecommunications M&A transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Stephen Bennett
Autres avocats clés:
Somruetai Noppornprom; Tanagorn Thimasarn
Principaux clients
UBS Group AG
KKR & Co. Inc.
Blackstone Inc
International Finance Corporation
ZF Friedrichshafen AG
ZF Automotive Safety Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Tencent Holdings Limited
Tencent Music Entertainment Group
Evonik Industries AG
ARES LLP
ARES International (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
JPMorgan Securities (Thailand) Limited
JPMorgan Chase Bank
Kasikornbank Public Company Limited
Universal Music Group
PTT International Trading USA Inc.
Electricity Generating Public Company Limited
Banpu NEXT Company Limited
Global Power Synergy Public Company Limited
APICO LLC
JERA Inc
Chubu Electric Power Company International
Travelex International Limited
Space Tech Innovation Company Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advising UBS Group AG as local Thai counsel on its merger with Credit Suisse Group AG and the merger/integration and consolidation of Credit Suisse Group AG’s local Thai operations, including Credit Suisse Securities (Thailand) Limited, into UBS Group AG, including all regulatory approvals required from the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission, the Bank of Thailand and the Trade Competition Commission.
- Acted as local Thai counsel to KKR & Co. Inc. in its acquisition of a 20% stake in Singtel’s regional data centre business, which included data centres in Thailand.
- Advising ZF Friedrichshafen AG/ ZF Automotive Safety Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd. on the transfer of its passive safety systems division to ZF Passive Safety Systems Co., Ltd.
Siam Premier International Law Office Limited
Siam Premier International Law Office Limited is leaned on by sellers, bidders, and acquisition targets on M&A due diligence, joint ventures, leveraged buyouts, regulatory compliance, and share acquisitions. Chatchavej Chitvarakorn and Linda Osathaworanan jointly lead the practice with Chitvarakorn leading on global acquisitions and Osathaworanan specialising in regulatory compliance for IPOs. Key members of the practice include Torsakul Cunvong, who is a key contact for international and domestic banks, and Kanokon Worachanyawong, who commonly advises on trade competition implications of M&A transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Chatchavej Chitvarakorn; Linda Osathaworanan
Autres avocats clés:
Torsakul Cunvong; Kanokon Worachanyawong
Les références
‘The team that we worked with was very competent. They assisted us with the Thailand aspects of an M&A transaction in 2023, and were very prompt in their responses and provided concise and incisive advice.’
Principaux clients
Interhides Public Company Limited
Veritiv Operating Company
Novartis International A.G.
Bulten Fasteners AB
AGIC Capital Partners GmbH
3M Company
OSRAM
Principaux dossiers
Thanathip & Partners Legal Counsellors Limited
Distinguished by its integrated capital markets expertise, the M&A practice at Thanathip & Partners Legal Counsellors Limited is active in the entertainment, retail, healthcare, hospitality, education, insurance, and renewable energy sectors. The practice is jointly headed by founding partner Thanathip Pichedvanichok and Chawaluck Sivayathorn Araneta. Pichedvanichok leads on the firm’s significant M&A transactions, joint ventures and reorganisations, while Aranete also draws in extensive experience in the M&A and capital markets spaces.
Responsables de la pratique:
Thanathip Pichedvanichok; Chawaluck Sivayathorn Araneta
Autres avocats clés:
Nat Boonjunwetvat; Kornjan Tangkrisanakajorn; Pawee Chawalara
Les références
‘They are very supportive in both in-scope and out-scope work just to make sure that your deal is going to be completed.’
‘Thanathip & Partners has experience that helps us negotiate, assess the situation, manage timing, and resolve issues throughout the deal period until closing.’
‘Chawaluck Sivayathorn Araneta and Nat Boonjunwetvat are excellent partners. They have many qualifications to be good legal advisors e.g. having good business sense, solving problems, good relationships, strong negotiation, and excellent time management.’
Principaux clients
Gift Infinite Public Company Limited
Thaivivat Insurance Public Company Limited
Solar United Network Group
Rabbit Digital Group
Dentsu International Thailand Group
Mr. Pitharn Ongkosit
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Mr. Pitharn Ongkosit on an acquisition of a 24.84% stake in The One Enterprise Public Company Limited.
- Advised Rabbit Digital Group and its individual shareholders on the disposal of the group’s business to Accenture Solutions Co., Ltd.
- Advised by Gift Infinite Public Company Limited on the acquisition of A Lot Tech Co., Ltd., and Melon Thai Co., Ltd.
Tilleke & Gibbins
The corporate and M&A practice at Tilleke & Gibbins utilises its cross-border capabilities and equity and debt transactions expertise to assist clients with mandates spanning an array of industries. Charunun Sathitsuksomboon is responsible for leading the team and oversees the firm’s high-value M&A deals. Supasit Boonsanong specialises in acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures in the energy space. Yaowarote Klinboon excels in public and private acquisitions for Thai-listed companies, while Supasit Saypan shines in matters involving company establishment, licensing, BOI incentives, and corporate secretarial services.
Responsables de la pratique:
Charunun Sathitsuksomboon
Autres avocats clés:
Supasit Boonsanong, Yaowarote Klinboon, Supasit Saypan
Les références
‘The corporate M&A team that lead by individual Charunun Sathitsuksomboon takes priority of every client needs/specific issues the client points out to them. ’
‘Charunun Sathitsuksomboon has excellent knowledge and always has a light at the end of the tunnel for our group of companies.’
‘The team is capable of assisting in complex cross-border M&A deal, able to meet challenging deadlines, offering helpful advice regarding local laws.’
Principaux clients
AKS Corporation PCL
Asphere Innovations PCL
Aqua Corporation PCL
Boyu Capital
Egger Holzwerkstoffe Gmbh
Green Tech Ventures PCL
Hivest Capital Partners
Mitr Phol Group
Rhenus Group
Satang Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Boyu Capital with the Thai elements of its USD600m global acquisition of Quasar
- Acting as Thai legal counsel to Hivest Capital Partners in its acquisition of a 100% stake in Safran Cabin Bangkok.
- Acted for Satang Corporation and its shareholders in the sale of a 97% stake to Unita Capital.
Blumenthal Richter & Sumet Ltd.
The corporate and M&A practice at Blumenthal Richter & Sumet Ltd. is regularly tasked with corporate structuring for foreign direct investments, corporate governance mandates, and asset and share purchases and sales. Its sector expertise also spans financial services, manufacturing, automobiles, energy, and consumer goods. Andreas Richter steers the group and enjoys and strong reputation in foreign direct investment mandates. Ekkarat Ritthiplang supports the practice with his extensive M&A and real estate acquisition experience.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andreas Richter
Autres avocats clés:
Ekkararat Ritthiplang
Les références
‘Direct and fast access to partners as well as associates, very professional and well connected in the local networks.’
‘Very grounded attitude, working along practical solutions, giving usable advise for day to day business, also in court cases.’
‘The team is willing to help to find the best solutions.’
Principaux dossiers
SCL Nishimura & Asahi Ltd
SCL Nishimura & Asahi Ltd counts statutory boards, government agencies, domestic, and multinational companies among its client roster. The strong triad responsible for leading the group is Jirapong Sriwat, Nuttaros Tangprasitti, and Apinya Sarntikasem. Sriwat is a key port of call for domestic and international investors, investment banks, private equity investors, hedge funds, and financial institutions. Tangprasitti’s expertise lies in M&A, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations. Sarntikasem is a key name for matters involving venture capital, data protection, and renewable energy. Christopher Osborne joined the firm from Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited in October 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jirapong Sriwat; Nuttaros Tangprasitti; Apinya Sarntikasem
Autres avocats clés:
Christopher Osborne
Principaux clients
BCPG Public Company Limited
Marubeni Corporation
Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co., Ltd.
Aurelius Group
Terra Renaissance
Sumida Electric (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
CoorsTek, Inc.
CoorsTek Advanced Materials (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
NGK Ceramics (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
YKK AP Inc.
ISTS (Thailand) Company Limited
Yamaha Motor Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Indian Family investors
KFC Holdings Japan Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented BCPG Public Company Limited in connection with its divestment of its solar power plant projects in Japan.
- Assisted Marubeni Corporation with a private placement subscription for a significant number of new ordinary shares in Karmarts Public Company Limited.
- Represented YKK AP Inc., in its acquisition of YHS International Ltd., and Siam Metal Co., Ltd.
The Capital Law Office Limited
Praised for its ‘deep understanding of industry nuances and regulatory landscapes', The Capital Law Office Limited specialises in M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. Patraporn Milindasuta, Pakdee Paknara, Chatri Trakulmanenate, and Paradorn Leosakul sit at the head of the practice. Milindasuta regularly represents listed companies in M&A transactions and other corporate matters. Paknara is sought out for his expertise in the energy, real estate, insurance, and financial institutions sectors. Trakulmanenate focuses his practice on complex joint ventures, while Leosakul excels in international and domestic equity offerings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Patraporn Milindasuta; Pakdee Paknara; Chatri Trakulmanenate; Paradorn Leosakul
Les références
‘The team boasts exceptional knowledge and experience in corporate law and mergers & acquisitions. Their deep understanding of industry nuances and regulatory landscapes allows them to provide insightful and strategic advice tailored to client needs.’
‘The individuals at The Capital Law Office Limited are distinguished by their exceptional expertise, dedication, and client-centric approach.;
‘They stand out due to their ability to combine legal proficiency with strategic insight, ensuring that our clients receive tailored solutions that meet their specific needs.’
Principaux clients
Advanced Info Services Public Company Limited
Amata Corporation Public Company Limited
Finansia X Public Company Limited
Sermsang Power Corporation Public Company Limited
Founders of The Refractive Surgery Center Limited
Advanced Info Services Public Company Limited
Sophisticated groups of shareholders of Siam Administrative Management and Security Guards Co., Ltd.
Sermsang Power Corporation Public Company Limited
Charoen Aksorn Holding Group Company Limited
Government Savings Bank
Lakeshore Capital Partners Co., Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Advanced Info Services Public Company Limited on the acquisition of shares in Triple T Broadband Public Company Limited and investment units in Jasmine Broadband Internet Infrastructure Fund.
- Advised Amata Corporation Public Company Limited on its utilities service business restructuring.
- Assisted Finansia X Public Company Limited with its fundraising scheme through Private Placement and rights offerings.
Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners
Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners counts purchaser, sellers, advisors, lenders, and financial intermediaries among its client base. Cross-border mergers, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and divestments all form part of the typical workload of the group. Sunyaluck Chaikajornwat, Akeviboon Rungreungthanya, and Siregran Sakuliampaiboon jointly head up the practice. Chaikajornwat is regularly leaned on by banks, as well as real estate and investment companies. Rungreungthanya boasts ample experience advising on foreign direct invesment and cross-border transactions. Sakuliampaiboon has extensive M&A due diligence expertise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sunyaluck Chaikajornwat; Akeviboon Rungreungthanya; Siregran Sakuliampaiboon
Autres avocats clés:
Weerawong Chittmittrapap, Chumpicha Vivitasevi
Les références
‘The ability to see through complex fund flow exercises and foresight to prepare in advance.’
‘WCP is the firm who well understand how to co-operate and coordinate, especially with more investment steps rather than private sector. Furthermore, WCP is the one firm who perform legal services in relation with M&A in the area of South-East Asia. ’
‘I may describe the Lawyers of WCP, especially Akeviboon Rungreungthanya, who worked with us and has more abilities to provide us with full legal services in both Thai and International Standard including that he is able to explain us with both Thai and English Languages.’
Principaux clients
AIGF Capital
Altervim Company Limited
Ananda Development Public Company Limited
Asset World Corp Public Company Limited
Berli Jucker Public Company Limited
Delivery Hero
Dymon Asia Private Equity
EGAT International Co., Ltd.
General Engineering Public Company Limited
Impact Electrons Siam Co., Ltd.
Noble Development Public Company Limited
Pathology Asia
Rever Automotive Co., Ltd.
SCB X Public Company Limited
STP&I Public Company Limited
The Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited
Universal Music Group
Principaux dossiers
- Represented AIGF Advisors Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) in the strategic divestment of its KFC business in Thailand.
- Represented Universal Music Group in its strategic investment of a 70% shareholding in a joint venture with RS Music.
DFDL Legal & Tax
The corporate and M&A practice at DFDL Legal & Tax has plenty of experience advising clients on M&A transactions, regulatory compliance, and competition matters, as well as inbound and outbound investments. Those responsible for leading the practice include Audray Souche, founding partner David Doran, Kraisorn Rueangkul, Nipaporn Supha-Utchaichan, Walanchathas Sanguanwong, and Paul Volodarsky.
Responsables de la pratique:
Audray Souche; David Doran; Kraisorn Rueangkul; Nipaporn Supha-Utchaichan; Walanchathas Sanguanwong; Paul Volodarsky
Principaux clients
Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited
Devyani International DMCC
KYMCO Group
Artelia Group
Artelia SAS
Safran SAS
Prima Asset Management Pte. Ltd.
Ally Logistic Property Co., Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Devyani International DMCC on its acquisition of 274 KFC chain restaurant outlets in Thailand.
- Advising KYMCO Group on its joint venture project with Arun Plus.
- Advising Roojai on the acquisition of 100% shares in FWD General Insurance Public Company Limited.
Herbert Smith Freehills (Thailand) Limited
The ‘driven and highly responsive team‘ at Herbert Smith Freehills (Thailand) Limited assist clients with public and private M&A transactions, joint ventures, disposals, and corporate restructurings, as well as competition and merger control matters. Praised for her ‘extensive experience of corporate and antitrust matters’, practice head Nonnabhat (Niab) Paiboon plays a key role in the cross-border M&A transactions handled by the firm. Krittichai Sumranbumrung is highlighted for his deep knowledge of securities law and regulation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nonnabhat (Niab) Paiboon
Autres avocats clés:
Krittichai Sumranbumrung
Les références
‘My impression is that the corporate team at Herbert Smith Freehills is strong technically, but also takes a commercial and pragmatic approach on transactions in which they are involved.’
‘They are a driven and highly responsive team.’
‘I have worked with Nonnabhat (Niab) Paiboon previously and the experience has always been positive. She has extensive experience of corporate and antitrust matters and is able to take complex legal issues and simplify them in a way that is easy for her clients to understand.’
Principaux clients
Arun Plus Co., Ltd.
Canal+ International SAS
Vivendi Universal
Inchcape Plc
Khazanah Nasional Berhad
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Arun Plus on a joint venture with Kwang Yang Motor and Kymco Capital Fund to create electric motorcycle products and battery swapping stations throughout the country.
- Advised Canal+ International SAS on its acquisition of shares in Viu International Limited.
KPMG Law Thailand
KPMG Law Thailand leverages its audit, assurance, tax, and advisory expertise to assist clients with M&A legal advisory, due diligence, structuring, transaction documentation, and closing for a range of transactional work. Kannika Boontaim and Boonyaporn Donnapee jointly oversee the practice, with Boontaim being well versed in mergers, acquisitions, reorganisations, and Thai investments, while Donnapee specialises in IPO, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring. Siriorn Sae-liew is also a name to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kannika Boontaim; Boonyaporn Donnapee
Autres avocats clés:
Siriorn Sae-liew
Principaux clients
Aurus Specialty Company Limited.
Greenday Global Co., Ltd.
Knauf R&D Center Co., Ltd.
PTT Energy Resources Company Limited
Tsubakimoto Automotive (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Swift Co., Ltd.
Allianz Ayudhya Capital Public Company Limited
Principaux dossiers
Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright advises buyers, sellers, financial advisers, funds, and shareholders on a range of M&A matters in the energy, finance, infrastructure, and technology sectors. Teerin Vanikieti sits at the head of the practice and has extensive experience advising on M&A, joint ventures, strategic alliances, venture capital matters, and commercial contracts. Teerin Vanikieti is also a name to note in the team.
Responsables de la pratique:
Teerin Vanikieti
Autres avocats clés:
Tassanai Kiratisountorn
Les références
‘Provide industry practice to support case analysis.’
Principaux clients
Pruksa Holding Public Company Limited
Accenture Australia Pty Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised on the establishment and the first close of CapitaLand Wellness Fund being a Singapore limited partnership fund.
- Advising Accenture on legal due diligence from a Thai law perspective.
SRPP Ltd.
Distinguished by its ‘diverse expertise, client-centric approach and innovative problem-solving', SRPP Ltd. handles a range of corporate transactions related to the entertainment, technology, real estate, and energy sectors. Panuwat Chalongkuamdee and Natira Siripun jointly lead the group, with Chalongkuamdee being involved in large share acquisitions and joint ventures, and Siripun being active in the energy sector. Chositar Daecharux left the firm in April 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Panuwat Chalongkuamdee; Natira Siripun
Les références
‘The practice is distinguished by its diverse expertise, client-centric approach, innovative problem-solving, and strong commitment to diversity and technology.’
‘The team leader’s exceptional capabilities and success in handling complex cases stem from a combination of experience, leadership, and a talented team.’
‘The SRPP team has a strong culture and professionalism. The team is relentless in working with very new and sophisticated structures, which are quite challenging for both of us.’
Principaux clients
Ananda Development Public Company Limited
Asia Aviation Public Company Limited
Asian Sea Corporation Public Company Limited
Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited
Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited
Bangkok Chain Hospital Public Company Limited
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited
BAFS Clean Energy Corporation Company Limited
BBS Joint Venture
BCPG Public Company Limited
BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited
CIMB Thai Bank Public Company Limited
Country Group Development Public Company Limited
Dusit Thani Public Company Limited
East Coast Furnitech Public Company Limited
Eastern Power Group Public Company Limited
Eternity Power Public Company Limited
Global Power Synergy Public Company Limited
GMM Grammy PCL
IRPC Public Company Limited
Max Metal Corporation Public Company Limited
NFC Public Company Limited
Scan Inter Public Company Limited
TTCL Public Company Limited
TWZ Corporation Public Company Limited
WP Energy Public Company Limited
Companies not listed in the Stock Exchange of Thailand
9 Basil Co., Ltd.
As White (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Ben Lucky Diamonds Co., Ltd.
Bio Tech Green Energy Co., Ltd.
Blue Wave Starch Co., Ltd.
Bhiraj Buri Co., Ltd.
Bhiraj Buri Holding Company Limited
Bhiraj REIT Management Company Limited
Drivena Co., Ltd.
FICO Corporation Company Limited
Fujitsu (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
GMM Music Co., Ltd.
IBM Digital Talent for Business
iPolymer Company Limited
IRPC Clean Power Company Limited
JT Industrial Company Limited
Khronos Partners Limited
Little Explorer Company Limited
Michelin Siam Company Limited
Mizuho Bank, Ltd. Bangkok Branch
Orion Advisory Company Limited
PLUS Exploration Co., Ltd.
Prime Street Advisory (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Rabbit Internet Co., Ltd.
Sithiporn Associates Company Limited
St. Andrews International School
Surasith Agriculture Co., Ltd.
Thai Digital Energy Development Company Limited
The Pathumthani Concrete Co., Ltd.
Triton Resources Company Limited
Vena Energy Solar Pte. Ltd.
Von Bundit Company Limited
State Enterprise
AOT Public Company Limited
CAT Telecom Public Company Limited
Thai Institute of Directors Association
Thailand Marketing Research Society
Client|s |outside Thailand
30SecondsToFly Inc.
ABNR Counsellors at Law
Allen & Gledhill LLP
Amazon Singapore
AqualisBraemar LOC
AXA Partners Holding SA
Axiata Group Berhad
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro S.p.A
Brenntag Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
BV LYCUS
Eagle Ride Investment Holdings Limited
Engie South East Asia Pte Ltd.
EVRIDERZ LTD
Fieldfisher LLP – China
FinAccel Pte Ltd.
FTX Trading Limited
General Electric Company
Genesis Medtech International Pte. Ltd.
GUD Holdings Limited
HELMSMAN LLC
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
InterGlobe Aviation Limited
I Squared Capital Advisors (US) LLC
IXOM Chemicals Group
JunHe LLP
Lanxess Deutschland GmbH
Lee and Li, Attorneys-at-Law
Lenskart Solutions Private Limited
Lenskart Solutions Ptd. Limited
Lightstorm Telecom Ventures Pvt Ltd
Mercer Investment Solutions (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Mizuho Bank, Ltd. Japan
Newegg Inc.
Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong
Norton Rose Fulbright London
Norton Rose Fulbright Singapore
Norton Rose Fulbright Shanghai
OMS Energy Technologies Inc.
One Rock Capital Partners, LLC
Ortoli Rosenstadt Ye Pte. Ltd.
Pepperstone Group Limited
Paramount Global SDN BHD
Primary Group Limited (Bermuda)
Resonance Asset Management Limited
RHTLaw Asia LLP – Singapore
SHIN & KIM LLC
ShookLin & Bok
SKRINE
Standby Screw Machine Products Co.
Taishin Bank, Hong Kong
United Overseas Bank Limited Singapore
Web.com Group, Inc.
Yanolja Cloud Pte. Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised BB on a business collaboration agreement between BB and Thai Fight Co., Ltd.
- Advised GMM Music on the potential investment in TNY Entertainment and Technology Co., Ltd.
- Advised GMM on its music business spin off by way of setting up a new company namely GMM Music Co., Ltd. and transferring its music business to GMM Music.
TTT+Partners
Serving strategic investors, private equity funds and institutions, TTT+Partners regularly facilitates joint ventures, as well as private and public M&A transactions. Veeranuch Thammavaranucupt is responsible for leading the group and Parithat Chamnongsilp is another notable member of the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Veeranuch Thammavaranucupt
Autres avocats clés:
Parithat Chamnongsilp
Principaux clients
Major Shareholders of Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School
Global Power Synergy Public Company Limited
Thai Beverage Public Company Limited
PTT Global Chemicals Public Company Limited
Jasmine International Public Company Limited
Inver House Distillers Limited
Evolution DC Thailand Holdings Pte. Ltd.
One Bangkok Co., Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited
Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited regularly handles cross-border M&A and joint ventures in the energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Linh Doan and Piyanuj (Lui) Ratprasatporn are both of those responsible for leading the practice. Ratprasatporn is a specialist in compliance and legal requirements in relation to a range of corporate operations and foreign direct investment in Thailand.
Responsables de la pratique:
Linh Doan; Piyanuj (Lui) Ratprasatporn
Autres avocats clés:
Kasma Visitkitjakarn
Principaux clients
Shanghai Minsheng shipping Co., Ltd.
Pindao Holdings Hong Kong Limited
Newtech Textile (Cayman) International
CTS International Logistics Corporation Limited.
Atlantic Forwarding
Thai Rent a Car Holding
Guardforce AI
Infinity Spa Services Company Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Thai Rent a Car Holding on its acquisition of a strategic stake in the Electric Vehicle Company Ryde Culture.
- Advising Atlantic Forwarding on the corporate restructuring, capital increment, and shares allocation among the shareholders of its Thai freight forwarding operations.
- Advising Guardforce AI on its NASDQ underwritten public offering & uplisting.