Kudun & Partners‘ group is well-equipped to handle complex and high-stakes disputes. Emi Rowse is described as a ’true dispute resolution specialist’ by clients. Niruch Winiyakul has expertise representing both domestic and international clients in complex litigation and arbitration proceedings across sectors ranging from financial services, to transportation, to insurance. Kongwat Akaramanee harnesses experience acting at various court levels, including the Supreme Court and the Administrative Court, as well as at arbitration; Akaramanee’s areas of specialism include anti-competition, white-collar crime, professional negligence and corporate governance. Somboon Sangrungjang helms the offering and has expertise in commercial disputes, class actions and regulatory investigations, and is noted for his ‘sharp instincts and deep regulatory knowledge’. Former co-lead Pariyapol Kamolsilp departed the practice in May 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Their services, responsiveness and teamwork are exceptional. Their legal advice and focus on practical, efficient solutions can help clients reduce legal costs while maintaining high-quality results.’

  • ‘Somboon Sangrungjang is the main lawyer behind all our dispute matters. His sharp instincts, deep regulatory knowledge and years of experience and extensive network allow him to provide insights that extend beyond standard legal analysis. He also leads his team well, and they have very good teamwork.’

  • ‘Kudun & Partners' team consists of highly skilled, very engaged, pragmatic and client-centric lawyers who are diverse and experienced enough to come up with swift and precise advice. They are also extremely responsive and have great communication and organisational skills.’

  • ‘Kongwat Akaramanee is very skilled and has deep knowledge of how to do things in court. He is very concerned about the customer, the delivery and getting optimal results.’

  • ‘Very modern and diverse team, which makes the collaboration smooth and flexible.’

  • ‘Emi Rowse is one of the few true dispute resolution specialist in Thailand, with international experience and who has practiced in several jurisdictions. She is hardworking and meticulous without losing sight of the big picture.’

Key clients

  • FS International S.P.A
  • Mazda Motor Corporation
  • Bank of China
  • Zuellig Pharma
  • East West Seed International Limited
  • Zipmex Thailand
  • LG Electronics
  • Uniqlo
  • Cargill
  • Advanced Info Services Public Company Limited

Work highlights

Representing Italy's national state-owned railway holding company in a $2.9m construction dispute against one of Thailand’s largest conglomerates.
Representing one of the region’s largest oil and gas conglomerates in an administrative lawsuit against the Agricultural and Land Reform Committee (ALRC) before the Central Administrative Court.
Leading the defence for a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer in a high-stakes product liability dispute.

Lawyers

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Practice head

Somboon Sangrungjang

Other key lawyers

Emi Rowse; Niruch Winiyakul; Kongwat Akaramanee