Counting creditors, corporate debtors, financial institutions and distressed debt purchasers among its key roster of clients, Baker McKenzie LLP focuses on corporate and debt restructurings, advising on the divestment of distressed businesses, and devising onshore and offshore fund raising structures. Wynn Pakdeejit, who has considerable experience in insolvency and debt restructuring proceedings, jointly leads the team alongside, Paralee Techajongjintana, whose expertise lies in financial restructurings, stakeholders’ rights under bankruptcy and business reorganisations. Piyapong Panyachiva, who advises on debt restructurings, business rehabilitations and bankruptcy matters, is another key contact in the practice.

DLA Piper handles contentious restructuring and insolvency matters, including investigations, litigation and enforcements, as well as advising major banks, financial institutions, funds, corporate borrowers and lenders on financial and debt restructuring mandates. Waranon Vanichprapa, who acts for Thai and international banks in restructuring and bankruptcy issues, jointly leads the team alongside Timothy Tan, who has experience advising on debt restructuring transactions across Asia. Komson Suntheeraporn acts for creditors in rehabilitation proceedings and is another key contact in the team.

Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners works domestically and internationally, with demonstrable experience in bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring matters, and provides integrated, multi-disciplinary services in pre-litigation, litigation and out-of court restructurings. The team is led by Natthida Pranutnorapal, who has experience in business reorganisations and insolvency matters, while senior counsel Suntus Kirdsinsap acts for clients in debt restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings. Senior partner Weerawong Chittmittrapap remains a key contact in the practice.

Allen & Overy (Thailand) Co, Ltd has demonstrable experience in large-scale debt restructuring and reorganisation mandates in Thailand, and is well-placed to leverage the firm’s international reach to assist on cross-border restructurings and insolvencies. Noted for her expertise in the aviation sector, Sarah Wilson leads the practice, while senior consultant Stephen Jaggs acts for clients across the transport, power, renewable energy and infrastructure sectors on financial and debt restructuring matters. Senior consultant Dumnern Subpaisarn, who has experience in bankruptcy and rehabilitation proceedings, is another key contact in the team.

Chandler MHM Limited’s ‘diligent and practical’ multidisciplinary practice advises creditors on debt rehabilitation mandates arising out of the aviation and manufacturing sectors. The team is currently acting for creditors in debt claims submitted in relation to the business rehabilitation of Thai Airways. Banking and finance expert Joseph Tisuthiwongse leads the team alongside Waree Shinsirikul and Nathee Silacharoen, both of whom specialise in litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Kudun & Partners has experience advising on cross-border issues associated with business reorganisations, debt restructurings and insolvencies, in addition to bankruptcy proceedings and protection of creditor and debtor rights. The practice also stands out for its expertise in handling actions under the Bankruptcy Act in Thailand. Somboon Sangrungjang jointly leads the team alongside Pariyapol Kamolsilp, both of whom handle litigious matters extending to insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings. Chinawat Assavapokee and Saravut Krailadsiri focus on corporate restructurings.

Tilleke & Gibbins acts for creditors, debtors and other stakeholders on a range of matters, from submitting debt repayment applications during business rehabilitations and bankruptcy processes to reorganisation and restructuring mandates. John Frangos leads the team alongside Cynthia M. Pornavalai and Thawat Damsa-ard, both of whom are noted for their expertise in bankruptcy proceedings, as well as restructuring, and insolvency matters. The practice has experience across the aviation, financial services and consumer goods sectors.

With experience across the technology, aviation, manufacturing and hospitality sectors, DFDL Legal & Tax advises on matters concerning corporate structuring, debt restructuring and refinancing, as well and bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings. Audray Souche leads the practice alongside Guillaume Massin, Nipaporn Supha-Utchaichan and Kraisorn Rueangkul.

Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited has demonstrable capability in insolvency proceedings, in addition to debt restructuring and reorganisation mandates, and advises foreign creditors on restructurings in the aviation sector. Christopher Osborne leads the team and has experience acting for Thai companies on the commencement of rehabilitation debt restructuring proceedings in the Bankruptcy Court.