One of the leading Thai firms, Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners maintains its impressive lock on the top echelons of our rankings across all categories. In particular, it stands alone and unchallenged in the ‘Outstanding’ tiers for capital markets, and restructuring and insolvency. Senior partner Weerawong Chittmittrapap is known for his expertise in capital markets, and corporate and M&A, while the firm’s well-regarded disputes team features Phisit Dejchaiyasak and Sakchai Limsiripothong.
Client feedback
"The strength of Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners lies in its highly competent team of lawyers who combine wisdom, expertise and an excellent service mindset, ensuring the highest quality of work. Compared to others, the firm's lawyers are not merely legal advisors; they act as true business partners to their clients. The firm consistently goes above and beyond, providing practical and commercially viable solutions." – Dispute resolution
"Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners demonstrated strong experience in handling similar projects, combined with their clear commitments and well-defined liability framework. This approach gave us confidence in their ability to manage risks effectively while delivering tailored solutions to meet our needs." – Infrastructure
Raweepun Pitakchatiwong
"Raweepun is the foremost expert in public and administrative law in Thailand. We chose Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners because of the exceptional value we place on Raweepun and the firm. His strengths are wisdom, exceptional commitment, a passion for success and going the extra mile, and unmatched expertise in litigating public and administrative court cases and handling complex and high-value business issues."
Work highlights
Representing Petrofac (South East Asia), Saipem Singapore and Samsung E&A (Thailand) in three ongoing $43.5 million contractual disputes concerning Thailand's $5.3 billion Clean Fuel Project, with proceedings at the Court of First Instance. These precedent-setting disputes, governed by English law arbitration provisions, could impact approximately 100 potential similar claims valued at up to $10 billion and influence the completion of Thailand's largest private energy sector investment.
Key clients
Reed Tradex, Samsung E&A (Thailand), Thai Rayon
Work highlights
Advised Dymon Asia Private Equity on establishing a joint venture with the Ourairat family through TUSK Asia to acquire four leading Thai educational institutions, completed through multiple closings between April and May 2024. The complex transaction involved entire business transfers of Satit Bilingual School (SBS) of Rangsit University and British International School Phuket, plus share acquisitions in Satit International School Chiangmai and SBS Bangkok. This landmark education sector consolidation represents one of southeast Asia's largest private equity investments in premium bilingual and international schools.
Key clients
Dymon Asia Private Equity (SE Asia) Fund III, One Equity Partners, Universal Music
Work highlights
Advised Swift Energy Technology on Thai legal aspects of its $16 million initial public offering and listing on Bursa Malaysia's ACE Market in January 2025. The Malaysian engineering solutions provider, with operations across southeast Asia and China serving oil and gas and manufacturing sectors, sought listing to expand its industrial automation and power systems business. This cross-border IPO demonstrates growing regional integration of capital markets and increasing investor interest in Asean industrial technology companies.
Key clients
Food Moments, SF Holding, Swift Energy Technology
