Bangkok International Associates, established in 1988, is a distinguished law firm based in Bangkok, Thailand. The firm specializes in representing foreign companies investing in Thailand, as well as foreign-Thai joint ventures operating within the country. Their areas of expertise encompass corporate and commercial law, joint ventures, banking, debt restructuring, taxation, labor, commercial and residential property, intellectual property, telecommunications, IT, e-commerce, and litigation. The team comprises 16 lawyers, including professionals qualified in Australia and the United States, supported by additional accounting, IT, and office staff.

With over three decades of operation, Bangkok International Associates has built a solid reputation grounded in enduring relationships with existing clients and referrals. The firm maintains long-established connections with leading foreign law firms in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, the United States, Europe, the United Kingdom, Malaysia, and other regions. This extensive network enhances their ability to provide comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele.

The firm's client service approach emphasizes personalized attention and tailored solutions. By combining foreign and Thai legal expertise, the team offers clients a wide range of specialized knowledge. Whether working individually or collaboratively, the lawyers ensure that clients benefit from the collective experience of the entire team, addressing legal matters with efficiency and professionalism.

About Bangkok International Associates
Practice areas
Lawsuits & Disputes
Business
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Energy, Environment & ESG
Criminal Defense

Languages spoken
English

Practice areas

Lawsuits & Disputes

Bangkok International Associates offers comprehensive litigation and arbitration services, representing clients in civil, criminal, bankruptcy, family, and administrative courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings under Thai and international rules. Their team of 16 lawyers, including Australian and U.S. qualified attorneys, provides expert legal representation tailored to the unique needs of foreign companies investing or operating in Thailand.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Business

Bangkok International Associates offers comprehensive legal services in corporate and commercial law, assisting clients with the formation and registration of various corporate entities, including limited companies, partnerships, branch offices, and representative offices. The firm provides expert advice on foreign ownership restrictions under the Foreign Business Act, facilitates applications for investment incentives from the Board of Investment, and counsels on shareholder rights, duties, and liabilities. Additionally, they specialize in mergers and acquisitions, drafting agreements related to business acquisitions, takeovers, joint ventures, and share or asset purchases, while also advising on the tax implications of these transactions.
Accounting & Auditing
FDA Law
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax

Corporate & Commercial

Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
Private Equity
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Cannabis Law

Banking & Finance

Bangkok International Associates offers comprehensive legal services in banking and finance, assisting clients with banking transactions, debt restructuring, and securities. The firm's expertise includes conducting due diligence on local companies for parent company listings and managing cross-border loans and securities. With a team of experienced lawyers, they provide tailored solutions to meet the complex financial needs of their clients.
Funds & Asset Management
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Sustainable Finance
Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Structured Finance
Project Finance
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Climate Change Law
Energy Regulatory Law
Mining Law
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Water Law

Criminal Defense

Bangkok International Associates offers comprehensive criminal defense services, representing clients in various criminal proceedings across Thailand. Their experienced legal team provides robust defense strategies tailored to each client's unique situation, ensuring thorough representation throughout the legal process. The firm's expertise encompasses a wide range of criminal matters, including arrests and searches, bail bond services, drug crimes, DUI and DWI offenses, juvenile law, sex crimes, speeding and traffic tickets, and white-collar crimes. By combining in-depth knowledge of Thai criminal law with a commitment to protecting clients' rights, Bangkok International Associates strives to achieve favorable outcomes for those facing criminal charges.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

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