The practice at Formichella & Sritawat, which ‘stands out for its deep industry knowledge’, is well versed in advising its roster of well-known clients on the variety of TMT and data privacy matters, including advising on NFT and online art investment projects, content moderation and filtering, and regulatory compliance. Advising on satellites is also an area of expertise for the team. John Formichella oversees the team and has experience in high-value technology transactions, both domestic and cross-border. Naytiwut Jamallsawat is a corporate and regulatory expert who advises on compliance relating to cyber security, telecoms, media and data protection. Onnicha Khongthon's client list includes multinational companies. Supitchaya Akeyati has expertise spanning corporate, commercial, licensing and foreign investment cases.
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Testimonials
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‘Formichella & Sritawat has broad capabilities from telecoms to tech licensing, and even estate matters. The firm is small but very effective across a broad range of the Thai laws. John Formichella is one of the founding members of the firm and provides excellent service for international clients, while Numlapyos Sritawat and other Thai lawyers handle the Thai client base.’
‘I have a tremendous amount of respect for John Formichella. All in the team have been excellent.’
‘We rely on the expertise of the firm in describing and solving critical issues. We rely on the team to stay ahead of potential legal issues and rule changes. The firm has more than exceeded expectations.’
‘They are more than just a vendor, they are part of our team. We stay ahead of problems and complete projects on time, on budget and with confidence. John Formichella has been our key contact and drives the mission in the region for our company. We trust and depend on his knowledge and expertise 100%.’
‘This team stands out for its deep industry knowledge, collaborative approach, and ability to deliver clear, commercially focused legal advice.'
‘Experience in the telecoms field and they provide good advice to clients on the related matters.’
‘The team combines technical excellence with a strong understanding of client needs, delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Compared to other firms, this practice distinguishes itself through its personalised service, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and proactive problem-solving.’
‘The individuals I work with consistently demonstrate exceptional professionalism, deep expertise, and a genuine commitment to client success. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to combine technical excellence with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.’
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Onnicha Khongthon
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John Formichella
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Naytiwut Jamallsawat; Onnicha Khongthon; Supitchaya Akeyati