It was in 2015, when lawyer Kudun Sukhumananda, bidding farewell to Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners, ventured with a vision to cultivate the largest legal firm in Thailand. Anchoring his firm Kudun & Partners in the principle of power and equity distribution, Sukhumananda pledged to orchestrate a legal entity composed to prosper beyond his tenure. Law.com International reports.
While the initial swath of aspirations was wrapped around expansive headcount for the firm, the evolving competitive landscape of Thailand has brought about a shift in strategy. With more and more Thai companies acquiring overseas assets, the domestic and regional legal firms in Thailand face a new challenge and opportunity – broadening their global capabilities. This is undoubtedly making waves in the investment waters of the Southeast Asian nation, prompting legal firms to alter their sails and navigate into unchartered territories.