Corporate/M&A

What the team is known for

Global firm advising both multinational and local companies on M&A and joint ventures in the Thai market. Regularly assists clients with deals in the insurance, pharmaceutical, power and real estate sectors, including any related employment issues. Particularly active on cross-jurisdictional transactions, with significant interaction between its teams in Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore. Regularly entrusted with the Thai portion of global deals.

Strengths

An interviewee considers the team to be "very approachable, direct and to the point, and easy to work with."

Work highlights

Advised LivaNova on its asset acquisition agreement in Thailand, including advice on corporate structure and foreign business licence issues.

Notable practitioners

According to a client, Samata Masagee is "very knowledgeable and commercial, and able to explain clearly the pros and cons of each important point." She is well regarded for her expertise in public M&A, including in the technology and energy sectors.