The practice at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (Thailand) Limited represents its clientele in a broad array of high-value and complex disputes across sectors including energy, oil and gas, real estate, TMT and hospitality. The team is well-versed in assisting with multi-jurisdictional disputes of a high-profile and sensitive nature. Warathorn Wongsawangsiri has expertise representing multinational clients in commercial litigation, arbitration, mediation and negotiation contexts. Construction, energy, consumer and TMT disputes are all specialisms of Pariyapol Kamolsilp. Chinnawat Thongpakdee‘s areas of focus include disputes relating to antitrust, white-collar crime, corporate governance and anti-bribery. The three are the triumvirate at the team’s helm. Sornnarin Kongkasem is experienced handling both domestic and cross-jurisdictional disputes, as is Rachata Champathong whose capabilities span class actions, international arbitration and commercial litigation.
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- ‘The litigation team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (Thailand) Limited offers exceptional insight into dispute resolution. Their expertise and extensive experience are evident in how they craft strategic approaches tailored to each situation, even before a disagreement arises.'
- 'Every step they take is logical and well-explained and provides a level of clarity and reassurance that few firms offer. Their commitment to making clients feel secure and understood truly sets them apart.’
- ‘Chotika Voravongsakul's ability to understand and respond to clients’ needs is consistently precise and thoughtful. With a strong grasp of legal strategy and a client-first mindset, she brings clarity and confidence to every case she handles. Her performance and dedication merit far greater recognition than she currently receives.’
- ‘Strong teamwork and ability to deliver what has been promised to be delivered within agreed timeline.’
- ‘Warathorn Wongsawangsiri is results-oriented and understands big picture and commercial issues, practical aspects and client's expectation. Sornnarin Kongkasem is reliable and able to deliver work as promised within a timeline.’
- ‘HSFK's Thailand team has strong knowledge and sources of information in Thai law. In terms of collaboration, this team learns the facts fast and does not hesitate to reach out, checking on their interpretation for the best benefit of clients.'
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Sornnarin Kongkasem
Practice head
Warathorn Wongsawangsiri; Pariyapol Kamolsilp; Chinnawat Thongpakdee
Other key lawyers
Chotika Voravongsakul; Sornnarin Kongkasem; Rachata Champathong; Jedsarit Sahussarungsi