Insurance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Thailand
Band 2
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Provided by Watson Farley & Williams
WFW Bangkok has a strong track record in the insurance sector, working for Thai and global insurers, reinsurers and brokers on instructions in and outside Thailand. We offer insurance clients a one-stop-shop for their legal needs; the diverse nature of our insurance offering spans our dispute resolution, corporate and regulatory instructions.
We advise on insurance and reinsurance coverage issues and claims across a broad range of industry sectors, particularly in sectors where we have market-leading experience and expertise, including transport, construction and energy. Our work also includes non‑contentious insurance matters, such as advice on policy wordings and insurance products, regulatory compliance, on the launch of insurance products in and outside Thailand and investment in the Thai insurance sector.
Chambers Review
Watson Farley & Williams has an established insurance offering in Thailand, with notable experience in handling insurance and reinsurance disputes. The firm assists clients with property damage, banker's blanket bond and negligence claims. It has particular expertise in the hospitality and transportation sectors, as well as notable activity in matters relating to construction. The practice also advises on corporate and regulatory matters, including policy coverage advice. Clients that the firm represents include ZA Tech Global and Agoda.
Work Highlights
- Watson Farley & Williams advised Agoda on the expansion of its online accommodation and flights booking platform, including advice on master and local agreements with its insurance partners and addressing Thai regulatory requirements for the online sale of insurance.
Notable Practitioners
Kay Kian Tan acts for insurers and reinsurers on coverage disputes and is well versed at taking on mandates in the banking, real estate and hospitality sectors. He also has strong expertise in the maritime sector.