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Baker McKenzie

Capital Markets

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Thailand

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Our Capital Markets team has extensive experience advising and representing domestic and international investment banks, issuers, institutions, and governments in a broad range of securities offerings. These include public offerings, cross‑border listings, private placements, secondary placements, employee stock option plans, and other capital markets transactions involving debt, equity, and equity‑linked instruments. We also have significant expertise in complex, multi‑jurisdictional acquisitions and divestitures involving public companies.

Industries (5)

  • Consumer Goods & Retail
  • Financial Institutions
  • Industrials, Manufacturing & Transportation
  • Technology, Media & Telecoms
  • Energy & Infrastructure

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Capital Markets - Thailand

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie's renowned capital markets legal team in Thailand is in an excellent position to advise on both debt and equity matters, including bonds, debentures and IPOs. The team offers specialised expertise in derivatives transactions, as well as the establishment of infrastructure funds. It regularly assists various clients, including banks, as well as corporate clients in energy, real estate and finance. The team is well-placed to advise on SEC regulations linked to public M&A transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised Ascend Money on its capital raising of approximately THB7.2 billion from MUFG Bank and Finnoventure Private Equity Trust I.

Strengths

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  • The team stands out for its fast response time, ensuring that matters are handled efficiently. Its in-depth knowledge and attention to detail make the firm a reliable and highly competent partner.

    Capital Markets respondentAsia-Pacific

  • The team is highly capable and provides precise and comprehensive advice across all dimensions. Their recommendations are practical, actionable and extremely beneficial.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Komkrit Kietduriyakul
    Komkrit Kietduriyakul

    Komkrit Kietduriyakul

    Komkrit Kietduriyakul leads the firm's structured finance practice and also has expertise in fintech matters. He is also particularly active and recognised for his derivatives deals in Thailand.

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  • Primyadar Duangrat
    Primyadar Duangrat

    Primyadar Duangrat

    Primyadar Duangrat is a well-versed capital markets lawyer in Thailand. She often handles issues and matters arising out of IPOs and public M&A.

    • Her service level is marvelous, sharp and very effective. Her approach to complicated matters is very simple and practical to enforce, which is rare.

      Capital Markets respondentAsia-Pacific

    • She is greatly service-minded and has amazing knowledge. She makes sure the work is done.

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  • Viroj Piyawattanametha
    Viroj Piyawattanametha

    Viroj Piyawattanametha

    Viroj Piyawattanametha is well known as a DCM lawyer in Thailand. He acts for issuers and underwriters, with strong expertise in bond deals in a range of sectors.
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  • Benja Supannakul
    Benja Supannakul

    Benja Supannakul

    Benja Supannakul handles structured finance and is noted for her expertise regarding SEC regulations. She is especially recognised for her contribution on matters concerning derivatives.

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  • Kowit Adireksombat
    Kowit Adireksombat

    Kowit Adireksombat

    Kowit Adireksombat is especially active on DCM mandates, which includes both domestic and cross-border matters. He also has experience advising clients on IPOs and MTNs.

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  • Theppachol Kosol
    Theppachol Kosol

    Theppachol Kosol

    Theppachol Kosol is well versed in ECM transactions, especially advising on IPO transactions. He has strong expertise regarding SET and SEC regulations and offers advice to clients on capital markets regulatory issues linked to public M&A.

    • Theppachol is very comprehensive and flexible. He also has a good service mindset.

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  • Sujade Simthamnimit
    Sujade Simthamnimit

    Sujade Simthamnimit

    Sujade Simthamnimit maintains a well-rounded capital markets practice and is experienced in advising clients across fundraising, debentures work and foreign bonds structuring, among others.

    • I highly recommend Sujade for his exceptional legal expertise and dedication. His strategic thinking, attention to detail, and collaborative approach have been invaluable.

      Capital Markets respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Sujade's deep knowledge, strategic insights and unwavering commitment have been invaluable in helping us navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges with confidence.

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