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Baker McKenzie

Real Estate

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Thailand


Baker McKenzie

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Our Bangkok office is the undisputed market leader for real estate in Thailand. We are Thailand's leading law firm when it comes to legal guidance and the law firm of choice when companies are exploring unprecedented matters. Our practice spans development, property and hotel acquisition, financing, property funds, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and data centres (which in Thailand fall under the purview of land and real estate laws). The real estate practice group has become a one-stop shop for all of the legal needs of our clients in the real estate market, where we’ve successfully built trust and stayed industry- and client-focused to cope with the ever-changing legal market. While keeping up with clients’ expanding needs, we offer our clients the best services, including strong collaboration with our Firm’s Tax, Capital Markets and Corporate Groups, as well as our Banking & Finance and Dispute Resolution teams, delivering the best performance as the go-to firm for real estate work.

Our market-leading Real Estate practice is the largest in Thailand, totaling more than many entire law firms in the country. Our team works closely with our highly regarded M&A practice group, with some partners working regularly with both teams. This allows us to provide clients a full range of services in the real estate sector. We also maintain a dedicated Land Registration Department, conducting on-site land due diligence and dealing with government district offices across Thailand.

Industries (4)

  • Real Estate Development
  • Hospitality
  • Hotel, Resort & Property Development
  • REITs

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Thailand

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie has an extensive real estate bench with significant local and international capabilities. The team especially acts for leading Thai and international property developers on significant projects, including acquisitions and financings of hotels, office buildings, retail developments and data centres. The firm also advises on hotel management agreements and licences, land law issues, and REITs and infrastructure funds. The team works alongside Baker McKenzie's insurance, M&A, tax, dispute resolution and finance teams to provide a full real estate offering.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie assisted Google with negotiating and signing a land purchase and sale agreement and utilities agreements through its subsidiary with WHA Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate Company.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie consistently provides well thought-out solutions tailored to the client's needs, demonstrating a deep understanding of the industry and the specific challenges faced by its clients.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
  • They're highly experienced, with specialised knowledge in various legal fields. By prioritising clear communication, responsiveness and tailored solutions, they build strong client relationships.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersSorachon Boonsong
    Eminent PractitionersSorachon Boonsong

    Sorachon Boonsong

    Sorachon Boonsong is a leading figure for real estate transactions in Thailand. He is particularly experienced in advising clients on the establishment of REITs, as well as M&A.
    • Sorachon is very good and has practiced for a long time.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 1Duangkamon Amkaew
    Band 1Duangkamon Amkaew

    Duangkamon Amkaew

    Duangkamon Amkaew is highly commended in the market for her real estate expertise, including REIT establishment as well as acquisitions. She acts for leading Thai and international developers and corporates, often on transactions involving hotel and commercial properties.
    • Duangkamon Amkaew consistently delivers prompt, attentive and personalised support, demonstrating exceptional expertise and the ability to handle complex legal matters with precision.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Duangkamon Amkaew's strong and extensive network with other key professionals in the deals makes the transaction go through smoothly under very challenging deadlines and circumstances.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Up and ComingPapon Kanungvanichakul
    Up and ComingPapon Kanungvanichakul

    Papon Kanungvanichakul

    Papon Kanungvanichakul is a rising lawyer who has experience handling sale agreements and purchase negotiations. He is also skilled in matters concerned with entry into the Thailand market.

    • Papon consistently provides excellent assistance and demonstrates a high level of dedication and competence. His contributions have significantly enhanced our overall experience and effectiveness.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
    • He can lead deals and does the drafting very well. He is very responsive.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

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