Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : Thailand
Band 1
Contact number
+66 2305 8000Chambers Review
Linklaters' highly accomplished corporate law group advises on inbound and outbound deals for leading Thai and global clients. The team handles high-value M&A, joint ventures, private equity deals and company restructurings, acting in industries such as retail, energy, TMT and insurance. The corporate team also handles antitrust issues linked to corporate transactions. The firm leverages its international network to advise on regional transactions. Clients include True Corporation, Citibank and Allianz.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised True on its USD22.6 billion amalgamation with Total Access Communication.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I have been very impressed by the efficiency and effectiveness with which the Linklaters team works across markets and functions seamlessly."
"Linklaters have expertise in the areas we need and a presence across the world."
"I have been very impressed by the efficiency and effectiveness with which the Linklaters team works across markets and functions seamlessly."
"Linklaters have expertise in the areas we need and a presence across the world."
Notable Practitioners
Wilailuk Okanurak is highly respected in Thailand's corporate legal circles, regularly advising clients on complex M&A in the retail, telecoms and energy sectors.
"She is fantastic. She is a hands-on partner who is detail-oriented."
Pichitpon Eammongkolchai is a well-respected lawyer in Bangkok's corporate legal market. He has solid expertise in financing, private equity and M&A matters, often handling transactions in the retail and real estate sectors.
"Pichitpon is highly knowledgeable in the sector and in terms of Thailand generally, particularly in foreign investments."
Sutthipong Koohasaneh is a partner in the firm's Bangkok office. He handles M&A deals across a broad range of industries, including finance, insurance, retail, energy and technology, and he also assists with antitrust issues.
"Sutthipong is one of the best counsels in Thailand, with deep experience."
"He is very knowledgeable about local Thai law and provides detailed explanations."