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John Formichella has advised the US Embassy in Thailand and Taiwan on TMT matters, and has been recognised as Band 1 in Chambers & Partners
The litigation and dispute resolution department has also won awards and is recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers as a leading firm. Led by partner M.L. Sritawat.
Our tier 1 TMT law firm, delivers expert data privacy advice, on PDPA and international privacy issues, as well as cybersecurity solutions, ensuring compliance and protection for businesses. Led by Partner Naytiwut Jamallsawat.
Our Real Estate practice is Led by Dr. Paul Crosio, who excels in navigating Thailand's complex land laws, advising on foreign ownership and ensuring compliance.
The diverse team come together with knowledge bases that complement each other, providing outstanding professional service.
Formichella & Sritawat have been recognised by the biggest names in the legal awards industry, including Chambers & Partners and Legal 500. Find out more about our award-winning practice
Formichella & Sritawat are Thailand's Premium Boutique Law Firm. With a core focus on niche areas including TMT and Dispute Resolution, with international recognition in our core areas.
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Shareholding is a Starting Point, not a Conclusion In disputes concerning the governance of a Thai company, the parties typically commence by examining the share register. This approach is understandable because the register indicates legal ownership, demonstrates the formal allocation … Read More
Formichella & Sritawat Attorneys at Law has been nominated in three categories at the Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards 2026, recognizing the firm’s work in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) sector in Thailand. The firm has been shortlisted for … Read More
A nominee shareholder arrangement occurs when a Thai national holds shares in a company on behalf of a foreigner in order to circumvent foreign ownership restrictions under the Foreign Business Act. Such arrangements are illegal under Sections 36 and 37 of the Act and can result in criminal penalties for both the Thai nominee and the foreign beneficiary. … Read More
Thailand is considering significant reforms to the Foreign Business Act that could remove licensing requirements for several service industries. The proposed changes may make it easier for foreign investors to operate software development, treasury centre and intra-group management businesses in Thailand without obtaining a Foreign Business License. … Read More
For many years, the incorporation of Thai companies was regarded primarily as a routine compliance exercise. While Thai law has long prohibited nominee arrangements under the Foreign Business Act (FBA) and related legislation, substantive scrutiny of ownership structures often occurred … Read More
1. Overview On 22 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior published a new Ministerial Regulation replacing the 1960 rules governing Public Wills and related inheritance declarations. The regulation took effect on 24 March 2026 (60 days after publication). This modernisation … Read More
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