Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited is well-known for its capabilities in the remit of high-stake and complex disputes. The team regularly handles litigation concerning wind power development projects, real estate construction-related issues, and complex tech and digital economy issues. Key practitioners include Rachapol Sirikulchit, who is noted for his ‘bilingual mastery of legal and cultural translation’ and whose experience covers international arbitration as well as Thai litigation matters; the ’invaluable’ Alan Polivnick, who has noteworthy cross-jurisdictional expertise; and Ratthakarn Boonnua, who stands out for his 'strategic insight and ability to manage complex issues.' Steven Burkill spearheads the strong offering.
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‘Amongst the team, Ratthakarn Boonnua stands out for his strategic insight and ability to manage complex issues with clarity and confidence. Their leadership and ability to coordinate across different practice areas have been instrumental in delivering seamless service.'
'Rachaphol Sirikulchit has impressed with their attention-to-detail, research capabilities, and ability to draft clear and concise documents under tight timelines.'
‘Watson Farley & Williams’ dispute resolution practice in Thailand stands out for its rare combination of deep local legal expertise, cultural fluency, and exceptional client care.'
‘Rachapol Sirikulchit's bilingual mastery of legal and cultural translation was critical. He took my testimony and shaped it into compelling arguments that met the exacting standards of Thai law while preserving the substance of my experience. His deep knowledge of the Thai legal system and ability to chart a measured course of action gave me both clarity and confidence.'
'Alan Polivnick played a coordinating and strategic oversight role, ensuring all moving parts of the case were aligned. His cross-jurisdictional experience and ability to bridge cultural and legal expectations between Thailand and foreign jurisdictions was invaluable.'
'Alan Polivnick and Rachapol Sirikulchit both displayed exceptional empathy and professionalism.'
Key clients
- AGC Automotive (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
- Bitkub Online Company Limited
- Ford Sales and Services (Thailand) Co., Ltd
- PTT Public Company Limited
Work highlights
Advised Bitkub Online Co Ltd on the successful defence of an English Court claim concerning alleged cryptocurrency fraud.
Represented AGC Automotive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. on a successful Thai civil court claim against Renewable Energy for Thai People Co., Ltd. for breach of contract.
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Rachapol Sirikulchit
Practice head
Steven Burkill
Other key lawyers
Rachapol Sirikulchit; Alan Polivnick; Ratthakarn Boonnua; Kay Kian Tan; Tossaporn Sumpiputtanadacha