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Construction disputes between contractors and employers in Thailand can take years to be resolved in court or arbitration.

Thailand and Vietnam are major destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Asia, resulting in significant levels of cross-border transactions.

As Thailand is a contracting state of the UN Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, international arbitral awards can, in principle, be enforced in Thailand.

Arbitrations seated in Thailand are governed principally by the Arbitration Act B.E. 2545 (2002) and, where applicable, the rules of institutions such as the Thailand Arbitration Center...

The Thai Arbitration Institute (TAI), a division of Thailand's Office of the Judiciary, has taken a step toward harmonizing the tools available for dispute resolution. On August 8, 2025, the institute formally launched...

For multinational franchisors operating in Thailand, a key risk after franchise termination is that former outlets may continue operating in ways that could easily mislead consumers into believing they remain...

Tilleke & Gibbins' insurance specialists have contributed to Thomson Reuters' comprehensive country update on Thailand's insurance regulatory framework, covering critical areas from operational permissions to data protection requirements. The guide serves as an essential resource for insurers navigating the Thai market's complex regulatory landscape.

How brand owners can use Civil Litigation and Mediation to their advantage

On February 18, 2025, the Thai Senate approved an amendment to the Act on the Establishment of and Procedures for the Tax Court. This follows the July 2024 approval by the Thai cabinet and subsequent preparation...

COVID-19 and the resulting lockdown measures to limit outbreaks in Thailand have caused significant financial difficulties for many business operators, large and small.

Efficiency and predictability in the global supply chain are critical for business operations. Whether involved in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or even in the provision of services...

Litigation is usually the last resort to solve a dispute or enforce a claim.

Thai arbitration law generally requires written consent to compel parties to arbitrate, yet certain circumstances allow arbitration agreements and awards to affect non-signatories indirectly. Recent Supreme Court judgments demonstrate how Thai courts handle the complex interplay between arbitration clauses, corporate separateness, and third-party obligations when non-signatories become involved in disputes.

The Thai Cabinet recently passed a bill on measures to be taken in lieu of criminal prosecution ("Bill"). If enacted, the Bill will provide alternative solutions for dealing with petty offences. The Bill, passed by the Thai Cabinet in February 2010, is now with the Thai Council of State.

One unique element of Thailand's current court procedure is in the way records of witnesses' courtroom testimony are created.

In cross-border disputes, a recurring concern for claimants is whether they can protect respondents' assets located in jurisdictions other than the seat of arbitration.

The use of guerrilla tactics in disputes in Thailand has long been a popular topic of discussion amongst regional arbitration practitioners in Southeast Asia...