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Counting multinational giants and start-ups among its key roster of clients, Tilleke & Gibbins's diverse range of capabilities extends from AI and blockchain to IT and fintech issues, with additional expertise in handling issues concerning the Data Protection Act. Joint practice head Athistha (Nop) Chitranukroh focuses on regulatory compliance matters relating to a host of issues, from data privacy to insurtech, as well as holding an established presence in managing matters arising from high-tech industries. Charuwan Charoonchitsathian leads the telecoms team and advises on mandates concerning AI, robotics and media, while Suebsiri Taweepon co-leads the firm’s technology industry department and is well-regarded for his experience in IP licensing, as well as IP rights regarding NFTs and the metaverse. Another key name to note in the practice is Nopparat Lalitkomon, who focuses on data privacy, cybersecurity, and technology matters.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'They understand the landscape in Thailand and and the advice they provide is pragmatic.'
- 'Charuwan Charoonchitsathian goes the extra mile for her clients.'
Key clients
- Agoda
- AI and Robotics Ventures
- Alibaba
- Beryl 8 Plus PCL
- Coda Payments
- LINE Corporation
- Meta Platforms, Inc.
- MFEC PCL
- True Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised a client on its collaboration with a leading Thai satellite operator for the deployment of a Low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation.
- Appointed as the local data privacy representative for LINE Corporation and Facebook/META for compliance with regulations under Thailand’s PDPA.
- Retained to assist Beryl 8 Plus PCL on a series of acquisitions in Thailand (collectively valued at approx. THB 1.8bn) to build a digital transformation ecosystem.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Athistha (Nop) Chitranukroh, Charuwan Charoonchitsathian, Suebsiri Taweepon