DLA Piper's workload spans the full range of domestic and cross-jurisdictional employment matters, from advising its sector-spanning client roster on day-to-day employment issues, to handling complex disputes and investigations regarding unions, visas and work permits, amongst other issues. The team is headed up by Komson Suntheeraporn, who assists multinational corporations on the plethora of employment issues, including data privacy-related issues. Natnicha Nakhwan specialises in disputes and arbitrations.
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Testimonials
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‘DLA Piper's availability is just on another level! Always with a flawless assessment, not just from the legal aspect (which is expected from any law firm), but also from the format standpoints: pragmatic, cohesive and easy to understand.’
‘Komson Sunatheeraporn's strengths are viability, responsiveness, written communication skills, and how they are pleasant to work with.’
Key clients
- Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)
Work highlights
Advising Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) on employment law and regulatory compliance across multiple regions, covering 22 jurisdictions in the Americas, Africa, Europe and Southeast Asia.
Advising a multinational company in the insurance sector in relation to whistleblowing on a sexual harassment, an employment investigation, and termination of employment.
Advising a multinational company in the energy sector in relation to claims brought by a former employee (executive) in labour court proceedings.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Komson Suntheeraporn
Other key lawyers
Natnicha Nakhwan