ILCT Ltd. > Bangkok, Thailand > Firm Profile
ILCT Ltd. Offices
175 SATHORN CITY TOWER, SOUTH SATHORN ROAD
18TH FLOOR
BANGKOK 10120
Thailand
ILCT Ltd. > The Legal 500 Rankings
Thailand > Intellectual property Tier 2
Counting an array of clients, from local SMEs to leading international corporations, in its roster, ILCT Ltd. is active across many areas of the IP sphere, including patent drafting, portfolio management, anti-counterfeiting and cross-border enforcement cases. Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol, Juthajit Sriprasart, Ratchapong Thongdeetae and Titirat Wattanachewanopakorn lead the team, with the former’s broad range of expertise encompassing the registration, enforcement, litigation, and management of IP portfolios. Sriprasat contributes her trade mark and copyright specialisms, while Thongdeetae focuses on the patent matters. Wattanachewanopakorn is well-versed in anti-counterfeiting and enforcement, litigation, IP prosecution and portfolio management.Practice head(s):
Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol; Juthajit Sriprasart; Ratchapong Thongdeetae; Titirat Wattanachewanopakorn
Testimonials
‘Their performance in intellectual enforcement is outstanding.’
‘Titirat Wattanachewanopakorn’s knowledge, experience and skills in intellectual property enforcement is exceptional and the outcome of the matters that he handled on behalf of the company has proven this. His advice is always effective, creative and practical from both legal and business aspects.’
‘Responsive, friendly and great problem solving skills.’
‘Efficient turnaround and practical advice which saves client time and money.’
‘Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol is very reliable and fun to work with. A serious practitioner with a great sense of humour.’
Thailand > Corporate and M&A Tier 4
ILCT Ltd. > Firm Profile
ILCT Ltd. (ILCT) is a pioneering international law firm engaging in the business law practice in Thailand.
Founded in 1966 by an American attorney, ILCT was once a part of a multi-domestic law firm, Russin & Vecchi (R&V), which operated offices in Thailand, Vietnam and Taiwan. At that time, the official name of the Bangkok office was International Legal Counsellors Thailand (thus, ILCT).
Today ILCT is a full-service law firm that offers legal services in almost every aspect of corporate and commercial laws. ILCT also housed many experts from across the fields. The majority of ILCT’s professionals are multilingual (Thai, English, French, Italian and Chinese) and provide a variety of technical expertise (legal, foreign affairs, business management, IT, Engineering, Biotechnology).
Our firm is registered as a Thai Consultant, “A” level, No. 825, Legal Services with the Thai Consultant Database Center, Ministry of Finance.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Director | Prof. Jayavadh Bunnag | jayavadhb@ilct.co.th | 66 (0) 2679 6005 |
Partner, Head of General Practice | Palawi Bunnag | palawib@ilct.co.th | 66 (0) 2679 6005 |
Partner, Head of Foreign Practice | Mallika E.S Margherita | mallikam@ilct.co.th | 66 (0) 2679 6005 |
Partner, Head of Intellectual Property | Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol | ratinuchk@ilct.co.th | 66 (0) 2679 6005 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Prof Jayavadh Bunnag | Managing Director, Senior Partner | View Profile | |
Ms Palawi Bunnag | Partner, Head of General Practice | View Profile | |
Ms Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol | Partner, Head of IP Department | View Profile | |
Ms Mallika Esposito Seu Margherita | Partner, Head of Foreign Practice | View Profile | |
Ms Juthajit Sriprasart | Partner, Head of Trademark Department | View Profile | |
Mr Ratchapong Thongdeetae | Partner, Head of Patent Department | View Profile | |
Dr Sutharm Valaisathien | Executive Director, Senior Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Titirat Wattanachewanopakorn | Partner, Head of Enforcement & IP Litigation | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Nuttawalee Siang-arom : Administrator & IT ManagerLanguages
English Thai Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) Italian FrenchMemberships
Asian Patent Attorney Association (APAA) INTA - International Trademark Association AIPPI (The International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property) AIA (Association for International Arbitration) Nextlaw Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) ASEAN Intellectual Property Association (ASEAN-IPA) International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Intellectual Property Association of Thailand (IPAT)Press Releases
Personal Income Tax on foreign-sourced income brought into Thailand by Thai tax residents
11th March 2024 The Revenue Department has recently announced changes to the taxation of foreign-sourced income brought into Thailand by Thai tax residents.Legal Developments
SEC Enhances Digital Asset Regulations to Promote Growth and Protect Investors
14th May 2024 On March 2, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand took a significant step forward by approving amendments to the regulatory framework governing digital assets during its Board Meeting No. 5/2566.Cabinet Approval of Alcoholic Beverage Tax Reductions and Exemption for Tourism Enhancement: An Examination of Excise and Customs Tax Revisions
22nd April 2024 On the 2nd of January 2024, the cabinet granted its approval for substantial tax reductions and exemptions on alcoholic beverages, marking a strategic initiative to fortify the tourism sector.The future of digital asset taxes in Thailand
31st March 2022 Digital assets have become rapidly popular among Thai investors in the past few years as their value tends to rise dramatically higher than other traditional assets, yet with higher risks. According to the Emergency Decree on Digital Asset Businesses, 2018, digital assets consist of cryptocurrencies and digital tokens. Digital assets, especially cryptocurrencies, can yield incredible returns and profits, and are easy to trade via online applications.The Thai Cabinet approves Tax Relief Measures on Digital Assets and Startups
18th March 2022 On March 8, 2022, the Thai Cabinet of the Royal Thai Government has approved in principle two different sets of tax measures.Thailand: Fast-Track Trademark Filing System
1st March 2022 In its continuous efforts to improve the efficiency of IP-related registration services in Thailand and to reinforce filing services in the digital age, the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) has implemented a "Fast-Track Trademark Filing System" for new trademark and renewal applications, which also aims at facilitating business owners who need to present a trademark registration certificate to a Thai Government Agency.Fast-Track Trademark Filing System
The First Action Fast Track System expedites the Trademark Registrar to issue the First Office Action within 6 months from the filing date. To be eligible, the applicant must comply with the following requirements: 1.1 The list of goods or services submitted for application must not exceed 50 items; 1.2 The description of goods or services must comply with the DIP’s standard list of goods and services that can apply for trademark registration in Thailand; 1.3 Any amendment, recordal of trademark assignment or inheritance of trademark rights, or request to prove acquired distinctiveness through use shall not be made upon or after filing. Please be advised that applications submitted through the Madrid Protocol are ineligible for the First Action Fast Track System.Fast-Track Trademark Renewal Filing System
Fast Track Renewal Filing System has been implemented by the DIP with the aim of enhancing Thailand’s trademark filing system service and speeding up the trademark renewal filing system. To a certificate for the renewal of a trademark registration within 30 minutes after submitting the renewal application to the Trademark Registrar at the DIP, the applicants must comply with the following requirements: 2.1 The list of goods or services submitted for a renewal application must not exceed 30 items; 2.2 No amendment shall be made to the trademark registration. For those who wish to file the application via e-Filing, the result of the renewal will be notified 1 working day after the DIP’s receipt of renewal fees payment.Fast-Track Trademark Filing System For Other Thai Government Agencies
For those who need to present a trademark registration certificate to a Thai Government Agency, the DIP implemented a “Fast-Track Trademark Filing System For Other Thai Government Agencies” with the goal of supporting business owners: To be eligible, the applicant must comply with the following requirements: 3.1 An application must be submitted not less than 3 months; 3.2 The list of goods or services submitted for application must not exceed 10 items; 3.3 The description of goods or services must comply with the DIP’s standard list of goods and services that can apply for trademark registration in Thailand; 3.4 Any amendment, recordal of transfer or inheritance of trademark rights, or request to prove acquired distinctiveness through use shall not be made upon or after filing; 3.5 All the relevant documentation indicating the requirement to present the trademark registration certificate to other Government Agencies must be attached. After receiving a request for expedited examination, the Trademark Registrar will examine the application and notify the result to the applicant/its representative within 15 days. Besides, this system does not include foreign government agencies.- Intellectual property