Dispute Resolution / Litigation

Representative Litigation Matters

Formichella & Sritawat regularly acts in high-value commercial disputes spanning infrastructure, energy, technology, real estate, and construction. Our firm holds prominent rankings and client praise in industry directories:
Chambers Asia‑Pacific notes that our dispute resolution team “has all the expertise that we needed, and its service was great,” adding that “the team understands the business concerns well and is able to provide pragmatic solutions. The team is always our first point of contact for every issue relating to our business in Thailand.”
The Legal 500 Asia Pacific commends our leadership and courtroom performance, highlighting: “Leading the practice is M.L. Numlapyos Sritawat, who has experience representing clients up to the Supreme Court of Thailand,” and recognizes our “demonstrable experience in the bankruptcy courts, alongside the administrative, family and tax tribunals.”

Our Litigation Work Includes: 

Technology Sector – Intellectual Property & Contract Dispute

Represented a global technology company in a cross-border dispute concerning ownership of bespoke software code. The matter required review of U.S. securities filings, expert evidence, and complex questions of contractual rights in software development.

Industrial Sector – Bankruptcy and Asset Recovery

Acted for a multinational engineering services company as a creditor in the Thai Bankruptcy Court. The case involved tracing fraudulent transfers to related entities, uncovering concealed assets, and proving bankruptcy fraud.

Media & Digital Services – Defamation and Computer Crimes Act

Defended a senior executive against criminal defamation and Computer Crimes Act charges stemming from corporate communications and data transfers. The case clarified how company data and emails may be treated under Thai criminal law.

Energy & Industrials – Software Licensing Dispute

Advised a publicly listed Thai conglomerate in a billion-Baht dispute with a multinational software vendor concerning perpetual licensing rights. The case involved interpretation of contract terms and potential market dominance issues.

Cross-Border Commercial Litigation – Contract & Fraud Claims

Represented a Southeast Asia–based company in a multi-million-dollar dispute with a U.S. public company involving intellectual property misappropriation, breach of contract, and fraud. The matter required coordination across Thai and U.S. jurisdictions.

Financial & Investment – Class Action Bankruptcy

Represented foreign investors in collective bankruptcy proceedings concerning a land investment scheme. The case involved multiple claims and required extensive coordination with creditors.

Corporate & Shareholder Disputes – Supreme Court Appeal

Advised a senior executive in a Supreme Court appeal on termination for “loss of trust.” The case was significant in clarifying Thai employment and corporate governance law.

International Trade & Diplomacy – Third-Party Subpoena

Represented a foreign business association in responding to subpoenas linked to litigation involving a diplomatic mission. The matter required balancing Thai civil procedure with diplomatic sensitivities.

Aviation Industry – Aircraft Finance Litigation

Advised a global aircraft lessor in enforcing financing and repossession rights against a Thai carrier. The dispute required navigation of Thai aviation law, secured transactions, and international leasing standards.

Telecommunications Sector – Infrastructure Dispute

Represented a Thai telecommunications operator in litigation over rights of way and infrastructure use. The case addressed statutory access rights, municipal approvals, and compensation frameworks.

Construction & Engineering – Arbitration Enforcement

Acted for an international contractor in enforcing a foreign arbitral award in Thailand under the Arbitration Act. The matter involved recognition of foreign awards, public policy defenses, and concurrent proceedings.

Banking & Finance – Loan Enforcement

Represented a leading financial institution in enforcing a syndicated loan against a regional borrower. The case required collateral enforcement, cross-border asset tracing, and compliance with Thai banking law.

Insurance Sector – Coverage Dispute

Advised a multinational insurer in a dispute concerning liability coverage for an industrial accident. The matter required expert evidence on risk allocation and contractual interpretation under Thai law.

Energy Sector – Joint Venture Dispute

Represented a participant in an energy-sector joint venture in a dispute over shareholder obligations and profit allocation. The case involved claims of minority oppression and valuation analysis.

Hospitality & Real Estate – Land Use and Development Dispute

Advised a foreign investor in litigation over land title and zoning approvals for a large hospitality project. The matter tested foreign ownership restrictions and local land use compliance.

Consumer Protection & Product Liability

Defended a multinational consumer goods company in Thai courts against product liability claims. The case required technical causation evidence and defenses under the Thai product liability law.

Employment Litigation – Termination and Benefits

Advised a multinational manufacturer in defending claims for wrongful termination and benefits. The case required analysis of Thai labor law, employee due process, and international HR policies.

Competition Law & Antitrust Dispute

Counseled a global logistics provider in a dispute involving alleged anti-competitive conduct in freight forwarding. The matter tested the scope of Thai competition law in vertical and horizontal arrangements.