Intellectual Property
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Thailand
Band 3
About
Provided by SCL Nishimura & Asahi Limited
SCL Nishimura & Asahi’s Intellectual Property practice is widely recognised as one of Thailand’s top-tier IP, IT, & telecommunications law practices.
We have a strong reputation in Thailand, and regularly are named to and recognised in various IP magazines (e.g., World Trademark Review, Asia IP Profile, Managing Intellectual Property, and many more), for our trademark and patent capabilities. Our Managing Partner, Chavalit Uttasart, has been named a “leader in the field” and is highly respected for his handling of trademark and patent prosecutions.
Our strong IP team handles all kinds of IP work for domestic, foreign, and international clients in various fields and industries. We offer one-stop IP services, including general IP advice, prosecutions, transactions (e.g., licensing and assignments), IP enforcement and protection, and litigation. Trademark prosecutions and enforcement actions form the majority of our work.
We also have a very strong patent team, with expert specialisation in all aspects of patent law and prosecution. We regularly perform patent searches, drafting, prosecution, and litigation – including Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis for patent matters in Thailand. Our well-honed understanding of science and technology and exceptional courtroom skills make us industry leaders in complex patent and scientific litigation in Thailand.
Chambers Review
SCL Nishimura & Asahi handles a range of contentious and non-contentious IP matters. The team handles litigation, including in relation to trade marks and copyright, as well as handling patent and design applications, online IP issues and anti-counterfeiting. The department assists clients from such sectors as technology, manufacturing, food and retail. The firm represents both leading Thai corporates and international companies, whilst also drawing on the larger Nishimura & Asahi network to act for a plethora of Japanese companies.
Work Highlights
- SCL Nishimura & Asahi advised a client involved in designing, manufacturing and distributing ophthalmic lenses and equipment for eye care professionals on its patent applications in Thailand.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Most of all when I am working with SCL Nishimura, I find that it has appropriate awareness of business affairs and commercial transactions."
"We find their advice to be sound and practical, and the team give quick and prompt responses."
"Most of all when I am working with SCL Nishimura, I find that it has appropriate awareness of business affairs and commercial transactions."
"We find their advice to be sound and practical, and the team give quick and prompt responses."
Notable Practitioners
Chavalit Uttasart is one of Thailand's most experienced IP practitioners. An experienced litigator, he represents clients in patent and copyright infringement cases.
"He is an experienced lawyer who is full of knowledge in many areas."
Pavinee Bunyamissara is an experienced IP practitioner in Bangkok who is skilled at handling trade mark, patent and design prosecution, as well as infringement proceedings on behalf of international clients.
"She is prompt and responsive and always just a phone call away."
"She is quick to respond, delivers the job on time and is highly committed."
Ranked Lawyers at
SCL Nishimura & Asahi Limited
Thailand
Members
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Industries
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Fashion Industry
Food Industry
Pharmaceutical Firms