Counting international and local insurers, as well as self-regulatory bodies, among its key roster of clients, Baker McKenzie LLP's broad range of capabilities extend from regulatory and policy issues, to subrogation matters and insurance technology work. The practice is jointly led by Sivapong Viriyabusaya and Sorachon Boonsong, with the former being vastly experienced in insurance technology, as well as M&A and insurance regulation. Ampika Kumar is well-versed in M&A, corporate restructuring and business integration in the insurance arena, while key contact Amnart Pitakgorn is routinely engaged in regulatory and transactional matters. Thananan Sangnuan departed to join DLA Piper in March 2023.

DLA Piper’s insurance practice regularly handles structuring matters, the development of new products and regulatory compliance issues, amongst others. The team maintains a strong presence in many arenas, including property and energy, business interruption and reinsurance claims. Robert Tang helms the practice and is 'well known in the market for handling the most challenging claims across all lines of business'. Samata Masagee has recently advised clients on joint ventures, M&A and insolvency of insurance companies, while Thananan Sangnuan, who joined from Baker McKenzie LLP in March 2023, has strengths in managing regulatory compliance, bancassurance arrangements and M&A for insurance companies. Senior consultant Peter Shelford is another name to note at the firm.

With the opening of the Bangkok office in November 2022 and practice leader Ian Johnston's joining from Kennedys, Clyde & Co's newly formed insurance practice encompasses contentious and non-contentious insurance matters, ranging from energy and construction to cyber and aviation-related insurance issues. Johnston contributes his experience across the full spectrum of insurance services to the practice, while legal director Sorawat Wongkaweepairot is noted for his expertise in insurance and reinsurance, and senior associate Phutita Luksilakul bolsters the practice with her capabilities in the insurance, shipping and transport sectors.

Advising both domestic and international clients, Linklaters advises on life and general insurance mandates, joint ventures and regulatory compliance matters. Other key areas of expertise include public and private company laws, takeover rules and stock exchange regulations, alongside various other transactions in the insurance arena. The practice is jointly led by Wilailuk Okanurak, who advises on high-value corporate transactions in the insurance sector, and Sutthipong Koohasaneh, who acts for clients on a range of issues including M&A, takeovers and foreign investment.

Tilleke & Gibbins's capabilities include a diverse range of work, from insurance claims and litigation to advising clients on the legal implications of new products. The practice is jointly led by insurtech expert Athistha Chitranukroh, who re-joined the practice in August 2022 following a one-year hiatus, alongside Eric Meyer and Noppramart Thammateeradaycho. Meyer has particular strengths in contentious matters, regularly assisting insurers and reinsurers with damage to infrastructure and a variety of other issues, while Thammateeradaycho is routinely engaged in maritime insurance claims.

Counting local and global insurers in its client roster, Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited handles contentious and non-contentious insurance matters, with recent involvement in the hospitality, construction and logistics sectors. Jointly helming the practice is Kay Kian Tan, who advises international insurance and reinsurance companies on dispute resolution cases, and Sydney-based Alan Polivnick, who is routinely engaged in a broad array of insurance work, such as insurance and reinsurance litigation, as well as advising clients on regulatory requirements. Tossaporn Sumpiputtanadacha is another key contact in the group.

With demonstrable experience in disputes and regulatory insurance matters, Chandler MHM Limited's practice advises clients on the full spectrum of insurance-related mandates, including M&A. Co-lead Waree Shinsirikul is active on the litigation and alternative dispute resolution front, and fellow co-lead Nathee Silacharoen has considerable experience in handling insurance-related disputes, representing a consortium of clients.