The ‘very well-rounded’ group at Baker McKenzie LLP is experienced in assisting its roster of clients on the range of labour and employment issues, including cases regarding global mobility, workforce restructuring, gender pay claims, and harassment in the workplace. Suriyong Tungsuwan heads up the team, handling complex advisory and disputes work that spans the breadth of industry sectors. Theeranit Pongpanarat's varied workload includes fraud, discrimination and harassment investigations. Employment and immigration specialist Nam-Ake Lekfuangfu is another key name in the team. ’Renowned litigator’ Chaiporn Supvoranid's expertise includes representing company clients in high-profile labour union disputes, including those involving strike action. Pisut Attakamol has particular capabilities in cross-border disputes.
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‘Baker teams are always trustworthy in terms of knowledge, experience, case analysis and solutions.'
‘Chaiporn Supvoranid is a renowned litigator. Whenever I have a chance to discuss legal aspects with him, I have been impressed by his knowledge, interpersonal skills, detailed orientation and professional services. His excellent problem-solving skill is widely known to the legal community.’
‘The labour practice in Thailand is very unique and needs attention-to-detail. Local labour law tends to be on the employee side. The Baker McKenzie team is very professional and very well-rounded in this area. They know both the law and practice well. I am impressed on how they worked.’
‘The labour team demonstrates deep knowledge, insightful thinking, and innovative yet practical legal advice. They are always ready to support us whenever legal issues arise.’
‘Nam-Ake Lekfuangfu is the best labour law advisor I have ever worked with. He possesses deep knowledge of the law, understands industry practices, and skilfully aligns legal compliance with business objectives.’
'They are exceptional in their ability to combine knowledge of the local market and norms, with international standards. Their knowledge of the industry makes them the most commercial and strategic partners.'
'Theeranit Pongpanarat is an exceptional lawyer. He is a labour lawyer, and has excellent commercial understanding and strategic foresight that enables the client to consider all options and take appropriate actions. He is able to distill concepts extremely well and clearly, which is helpful for international clients.'
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Practice head
Suriyong Tungsuwan
Other key lawyers
Chaiporn Supvoranid; Pisut Attakamol; Theeranit Pongpanarat; Nam-Ake Lekfuangfu; Panitan Pruksakasemsuk