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Watson Farley & Williams

Insurance

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Watson Farley & Williams

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WFW Bangkok has a strong track record in the insurance sector, working for Thai and global insurers, reinsurers and brokers on instructions in and outside Thailand. We offer insurance clients a one-stop-shop for their legal needs; the diverse nature of our insurance offering spans our dispute resolution, corporate and regulatory instructions.

We advise on insurance and reinsurance coverage issues and claims across a broad range of industry sectors, particularly in sectors where we have market-leading experience and expertise, including transport, construction and energy. Our work also includes non‑contentious insurance matters, such as advice on policy wordings and insurance products, regulatory compliance, on the launch of insurance products in and outside Thailand and investment in the Thai insurance sector.

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Insurance - Thailand

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Watson Farley & Williams has an established insurance offering in Thailand, with notable experience in handling insurance and reinsurance disputes. The firm assists clients with property damage, banker's blanket bond and negligence claims. It has particular expertise in the hospitality and transportation sectors, as well as notable activity in matters relating to construction. The practice also advises on corporate and regulatory matters, including policy coverage advice.

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Work Highlights

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  • Watson Farley & Williams acted as Thai counsel to Agoda on the expansion of its online accommodation and flights booking platform for accommodation and flights packages.

Strengths

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  • The firm is easy to work with and its team provides helpful advice.

    Insurance respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Kay Kian Tan
    Kay Kian Tan

    Kay Kian Tan

    Kay Kian Tan acts for insurers and reinsurers on coverage disputes and is well-versed at taking on mandates in the banking, real estate and hospitality sectors.

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