Corporate/M&A
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Thailand
Band 1
Email address
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+66 2 263 7600Chambers Review
A&O Shearman's team in Bangkok has an outstanding corporate transactional practice with broad advisory capabilities, strengthened by its leading international network. The firm is active on high-value inbound and outbound transactions, including M&A and joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and private equity and venture capital deals. The team advises leading Thai and international clients in sectors such as finance, TMT, energy and retail. The lawyers on the corporate team are well-placed to advise clients on the antitrust elements of corporate transactions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"A&O Shearman is good at explaining cross-border issues to clients who are not familiar with issues and regulations in Thailand."
"The firm has a strong team of experienced lawyers. They understand or are quick to appreciate and understand the commercial context of situations."
"The firm provides good advice, with a willingness to find additional supporting information for the client. The team also has a willingness to support us with fast responses."
"A&O Shearman is good at explaining cross-border issues to clients who are not familiar with issues and regulations in Thailand."
"The firm has a strong team of experienced lawyers. They understand or are quick to appreciate and understand the commercial context of situations."
"The firm provides good advice, with a willingness to find additional supporting information for the client. The team also has a willingness to support us with fast responses."
Notable Practitioners
Suparerk Auychai maintains his reputation as a top corporate lawyer in Bangkok. He is regularly instructed on Thailand's biggest M&A deals by international and local clients, including in the banking, TMT and energy sectors.
"Suparerk Auychai is very committed and hands-on during the transactions."