The ‘meticulous’ dispute resolution and litigation practice at Tilleke & Gibbins covers litigation, arbitration mediation and investigations. Its disputes expertise encompasses aviation, construction, energy, international trade, insurance, IP, maritime and white-collar. Chusert Supasitthumrong and John Frangos jointly oversee the practice. Supasitthumrong’s deep bench covers complex litigation, as well as settlements and terms for out-of-court disputes. Frangos leads on firm’s aviation work and is therefore active in contentious aircraft repossessions and lease disputes. Ably supporting the practice, Noppramart Thammateeradaycho brings substantial experience in international litigation and arbitration spanning numerous countries. Thawat Damsa-ard is also a name to note and is called on by local and multinational clients in a range of commercial disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team's ability to listen to your requirements and suggest practical options is appreciated.’

  • ‘Their knowledge of various areas of law and their business acumen stand out.’

  • ‘The lawyers specialise in the field related to the dispute.’

  • ‘Well-regarded in the field of dispute resolution, quickly responding and carefully handling the case.’

  • ‘The team expertise extends beyond mere knowledge of the law. They have a keen sense of business acumen, which allows them to provide advice that is not only legally sound but also strategically aligned with our business objectives.’

  • ‘The counsel Chitchai Addy Punsan demonstrates a high level of competence and a deep understanding of both business stakes and legal aspects. His ability to delve into the details while maintaining a clear view of the bigger picture is particularly impressive. He is proactive, always suggesting innovative solutions to complex problems, which proved invaluable in navigating the legal landscape.’

  • ‘Very responsive, gives clear practical advice, understands MNC clients' concerns.’

  • ‘The team is meticulous in their work. They usually present various scenarios of how a case would go and some give me their personal opinion what they think.’

Key clients

  • AIG
  • Alibaba
  • Bureau Veritas
  • Goodyear
  • Lonsin Capital
  • Saab
  • Stryker Corporation

Work highlights

  • Representing Lonsin Capital in a cross-border litigation case.
  • Representing Sathorn Park in construction-related arbitration before the Thai Arbitration Institute (TAI) against a design and construction contractor hired by the client to perform renovation and reconstruction work at a luxury hotel in Bangkok.
  • Acted for the Thai subsidiary of a German multinational logistics company in a breach of warehousing and logistics contract dispute against an SET-listed cosmetics company.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Chusert Supasitthumrong, John Frangos

Other key lawyers

Thawat Damsa-ard, Noppramart Thammateeradaycho, Piyawat Vitooraporn, Chitchai Addy Punsan