Our Practice
A Practice Built Around Commercial Disputes
Luxauct Counsel was established to serve companies that need steady, informed counsel when commercial relationships break down and the courts become necessary.
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Luxauct Counsel
Luxauct Counsel is a commercial litigation practice based in Bangkok, operating from Sathorn Road — a location chosen for its proximity to the Civil Court and the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court.
The practice was founded on a straightforward premise: companies involved in commercial disputes deserve counsel that is honest about the likely course of proceedings, transparent about cost, and methodical in its preparation of the case. The Thai court system is demanding in its procedural requirements, and experience working within its structure is a significant practical advantage.
We work with companies of varying size — from Thai businesses managing a single disputed contract through to international groups running substantial proceedings in Thailand alongside parallel matters in other jurisdictions. Our three service formats are designed to reflect these different circumstances clearly.
The practice places particular weight on written communication. Clients receive a written account at each stage of their matter, so the position of the case is documented and clear at all times.
Our Approach
How We Work
Every matter begins with an assessment. Before we recommend proceedings, we examine the dispute from the perspective of the contract, the breach, the available remedies, and the practical considerations of Thai civil procedure. Where mediation or a negotiated resolution is feasible, we say so.
When litigation proceeds, we manage the work in a steady, organised manner — preparing pleadings and documents with care, attending hearings with preparation, and keeping clients informed throughout. We do not use alarming language about outcomes, and we do not overstate the strength of a position.
For matters with cross-border elements, we coordinate with overseas counsel to ensure that the Thai proceedings are managed consistently with what is happening elsewhere, and that evidence and argument are aligned across jurisdictions.
Mission
"To provide companies with clear, honest counsel in commercial litigation — measured in its tone, thorough in its preparation, and direct in its reporting."
The Team
Our Counsel
Somchai Phattana
Senior Litigation Counsel
Over fifteen years of practice in Thai civil and commercial proceedings, with particular experience in contract disputes and enforcement proceedings following judgment.
Nattaya Lertwong
Associate Counsel
Focuses on cross-border commercial matters and intellectual property disputes before the Central IP and International Trade Court. Fluent in English and Thai.
Pairoj Kamolrat
Case Manager
Oversees document management, court filings, and client reporting across all active matters, ensuring procedural deadlines are met and records are well maintained.
Standards
Professional Standards We Hold
The conduct of litigation in Thailand requires care, precision, and a consistent professional standard from the earliest assessment to the final judgment.
Thai Bar Association Membership
All counsel are members in good standing with the Lawyers Council of Thailand, complying with the professional code of conduct and ongoing requirements.
Client Confidentiality
All matters are handled with strict professional confidentiality. Client information and the contents of legal advice are not disclosed to any third party outside the engagement.
Written Engagement Terms
Every engagement is confirmed in writing, with a clear description of scope, fee structure, and the basis on which the work will be conducted.
Conflict of Interest Checks
Before accepting any new matter, we conduct a conflict-of-interest review to confirm that we are able to act without compromising our duties to any existing client.
Data Protection Compliance
Client data is handled in compliance with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA 2019), with appropriate controls over storage, access, and retention.
Impartial Case Assessment
We provide an honest assessment of the merits of a case, including the risks and limitations of proceedings, before any commitment to litigation is made.
Commercial Litigation in Thailand
Commercial disputes in Thailand pass through a structured court hierarchy. First-instance civil matters are heard in the Civil Court, located in Bangkok's central court complex. The Court of Appeal sits above the Civil Court, and the Supreme Court — the Dika Court — is the court of final determination on questions of law. For disputes involving intellectual property, international trade, or technology matters, the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court provides a specialist forum with experience in cross-border commercial cases.
Proceedings in these courts follow the Civil Procedure Code, which sets out detailed rules on pleadings, evidence, witness examination, and the conduct of hearings. Compliance with these procedural requirements is non-negotiable, and well-prepared documentation and witness statements are a significant factor in how a case proceeds through the hearing stages.
Luxauct Counsel operates within this framework, bringing a methodical and experienced approach to the preparation and conduct of commercial proceedings in Bangkok. We assist companies at every stage — from the initial assessment of a dispute before proceedings are filed, through to representation at first-instance hearings and beyond. Our work covers contract claims, breach of agreement, enforcement of judgments, and disputes with cross-border elements.
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We are available to discuss the circumstances of a dispute without obligation. An initial consultation allows both parties to determine whether the engagement is appropriate.
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