Underpinned by its global footprint, Baker McKenzie LLP‘s employment practice is well equipped to handle a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters involving multiple jurisdictions. Practice head Suriyong Tungsuwan has significant experience in fraud cases, dawn raids and work safety incidents. Litigation expert Chaiporn Supvoranid is a key name to note for labour union disputes and employee misconduct and fraud investigations. Other names to note include: experienced-litigator Pisut Attakamol; Nam-Ake Lekfuangfu, who is noted for his expertise in global mobility, modern workforce and gender pay gap issues; and Theeranit Pongpanarat, who has demonstrable experience in work safety mandates.

Tilleke & Gibbins excels in labour litigation, including conflicts in the workplace, risk management and regulatory compliance. The group is also adept in immigration issues, employment agreements, terminations, executive compensation and the employment aspects of commercial transactions. Co-head Chusert Supasitthumrong is highly regarded for his involvement in disputes and negotiations related to collective bargaining agreements. Fellow co-leader Pimvimol Vipamaneerut often assists clients with staffing plans for Thailand operations, while Nuanchun Somboonvinij is noted for her extensive litigation experience.

Leveraging its multidisciplinary structure, DLA Piper frequently works on cross-practice matters, including employment strategy for corporate transactions, regulatory investigations and data privacy projects. The group has particular strength in matters involving layoffs, redundancies, harassment, bullying and discrimination. Komson Suntheeraporn oversees the practice and is a key name for matters involving data privacy issues. Parada Saibua has extensive experience in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements with labour unions. Natnicha Nakhwan’s broad practice encompasses employment contracts, investigations, regulatory compliance and labour disputes.

Kudun & Partners houses a broad offering noted for its strong focus on mandates involving workplace misconduct and whistleblower complaints, in addition to advising on unfair termination cases. Practice co-lead Niruch Winiyakul draws on his wider knowledge of dispute resolution to assist with major employment disputes across the manufacturing and energy sectors, while co-head Thanyaluck Thongrompo is well-equipped to assist clients with complex employment issues. Somboon Sangrungjang often advises major corporations with contentious commercial and employment issues.

R & T Asia (Thailand) Limited's non-contentious employment offering encompasses the review of HR policies and employment contracts, as well as data protection and privacy matters. The group also regularly advises on mutual separation agreements. The group is led by a capable trio: Piroon Saengpakdee is knowledgeable of the energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and technology sectors; Supawat Srirungruang is a key contact for data privacy and date security matters; and Ittichai Prasongprasit excels in employment litigation, notably disputes involving labour unions.

Domestic and multinational companies rely on Chandler Mori Hamada Limited for assistance with matters involving employment contracts, terminations and workplace fraud. Jointly heading up the practice is Nathee Silacharoen, who possesses strong litigation capabilities, Waree Shinsirikul, who advises on the employment aspects of transactions, and Tawatchai Boonmayapan, whose expertise spans a range of sectors, including banking, capital markets, construction, and real estate. Jutharat Anuktanakul is a key name for compliance issues, notably data protection compliance.

SCL Nishimura & Asahi Ltd is regularly engaged in the negotiation of settlements and the management of whistleblowing hotlines and labour disputes. Noted for his data protection and employment law expertise, Chanakarn Boonyasith heads up the practice. Pitchabsorn Whangruammit is regularly instructed in matters relating to employment contracts.

Collective bargaining, industrial conflicts and workforce reorganisations are key areas of focus for Siam Premier International Law Office Limited‘s employment group. Co-head Rawat Chomsri specialises in data protection matters and industrial relations, while fellow co-leader Sumit Masrungson is active in employment-related arbitration and mediation mandates, and Somchai Yungkarn focuses on disputes.

With deep expertise in the manufacturing and technology sectors, KPMG Law Thailand regularly advises on HR policy audits, workforce restructurings and employment contracts. Practice head Kannika Boontaim boasts ample experience in restructuring matters. Ably supporting the practice, Boonyaporn Donnapee and Threenuch Bunruangthaworn are both regularly relied on by a range of domestic and multinational companies on labour compliance matters.