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Three Engagement Formats for Commercial Disputes
Each format is designed for a different stage and scale of dispute — from a pre-action written assessment through to substantial multi-year litigation with cross-border elements.
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How We Approach a Commercial Matter
Every commercial dispute begins, in our practice, with an assessment. Before any proceedings are recommended, we examine the contract at the centre of the dispute, the nature of the alleged breach, the remedies that are realistically available, and the procedural route through the Thai courts. This assessment is documented in writing and delivered to the client as a formal memorandum.
Where litigation is the appropriate course, we prepare the matter carefully — drafting pleadings and witness statements with precision, organising document bundles in accordance with court requirements, and attending hearings with thorough preparation.
Throughout every engagement, we maintain a steady, measured register. Courts respond well to counsel who are organised and direct; we do not inflate arguments or adopt an aggressive tone that may work against a client's position.
Clients are kept informed at each stage through a written report. In substantial matters, quarterly written reports describe the overall position of the case, developments since the last report, and what the next period is likely to involve.
Service One
Pre-Action Strategy Memorandum
A written strategy memorandum that examines a commercial dispute before any proceedings have been issued — the underlying contract, the alleged breach, the available remedies, and the procedural and practical considerations of bringing a case in the Thai courts. The deliverable is presented in plain prose, with a short companion note on alternative pathways such as mediation. Suited to companies considering whether to take a matter forward.
Key Deliverables
- Contractual analysis and identification of breach
- Assessment of available remedies under Thai law
- Procedural route and timeline in the Thai courts
- Companion note on mediation and alternative pathways
- Honest assessment of strengths and limitations
Process
Initial consultation to understand the dispute and relevant documents
Document review and legal analysis under Thai contract law
Delivery of written memorandum with companion note on alternatives
Follow-up discussion on findings and decision to proceed or not
Engagement Fee
฿4,400
Service Two
First-Instance Court Representation in Mid-Sized Disputes
A staged engagement that takes a commercial matter from filing through to first-instance judgment, covering preparation of pleadings, witness statements, document bundles, attendance at preliminary and substantive hearings, and a written report at each stage. The work is conducted in a steady, court-appropriate register. Suited to mid-sized commercial matters.
What Is Included
- Preparation and filing of pleadings and statements of claim
- Witness statement drafting and document bundle preparation
- Attendance at all preliminary and substantive hearings
- Written report delivered after each hearing or significant step
- Representation through to first-instance judgment
Process
Pre-filing review of documents, witnesses, and evidence
Filing of pleadings and service of proceedings
Preliminary hearings, exchanges of evidence, and court directions
Substantive hearings, witness examination, and judgment
Engagement Fee
฿24,400
Service Three
Substantial Litigation Programme with Cross-Border Elements
A multi-year engagement supporting a company through substantial litigation in Thailand, often with cross-border evidence, parallel proceedings overseas, or coordinated settlement conversations. The work includes coordination with overseas counsel, attendance at all hearings, and quarterly written reports describing the position of the case. Suited to substantial disputes.
What Is Included
- Full-scope representation through all hearing stages
- Coordination with overseas counsel in relevant jurisdictions
- Cross-border evidence management and exchange
- Quarterly written reports on the position of the case
- Support for coordinated settlement conversations
Process
Comprehensive case assessment and overseas counsel identification
Strategy alignment across all relevant jurisdictions
Full management of Thai proceedings with quarterly reporting
Ongoing review of settlement opportunities alongside proceedings
Engagement Fee
฿39,000
Choosing a Format
Which Engagement Is Right for Your Matter?
Use this comparison to identify the format best suited to the stage and scale of the dispute.
| Feature | Pre-Action ฿4,400 |
First-Instance ฿24,400 |
Substantial Programme ฿39,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written pre-action assessment | |||
| Mediation pathway note | |||
| Court pleadings and filing | |||
| Attendance at hearings | |||
| Written reports at each stage | |||
| Overseas counsel coordination | |||
| Quarterly written case reports | |||
| Settlement conversation support |
Best For
Pre-Action Memorandum
Companies assessing whether a dispute warrants proceedings before committing to the courts.
Best For
First-Instance
Mid-sized commercial disputes where the matter is confined to Thailand and a single hearing level.
Best For
Substantial Programme
Substantial disputes involving foreign parties, overseas evidence, or parallel proceedings in other jurisdictions.
Shared Standards
Protocols Applied Across All Engagements
Strict Confidentiality
All client information and legal advice is treated as strictly confidential. Nothing is disclosed to any party outside the engagement without explicit client consent.
Written Engagement Confirmation
Every engagement is confirmed in a written letter or agreement setting out the scope, fee, and terms before any substantive work begins.
PDPA-Compliant Data Handling
Client personal data is held, processed, and stored in compliance with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act, with clear retention and deletion practices.
Conflict of Interest Review
A conflict-of-interest check is completed before accepting any new engagement to ensure that existing clients are protected and no competing obligations arise.
Honest Case Assessment
We provide a candid assessment of every matter — including its weaknesses and limitations — before and during proceedings. Overstating a case serves no one's interest.
Procedural Compliance
All filings, deadlines, and court requirements under the Thai Civil Procedure Code are managed as a matter of course, with no procedural steps missed or delayed.
Pricing
Stated Fees for Each Engagement
All fees are stated in Thai Baht. Court filing fees and other disbursements are separate and agreed in advance.
§ 1
Pre-Action Memorandum
฿4,400
Per memorandum
- Written strategic analysis
- Mediation pathway note
- Follow-up consultation
§ 2
First-Instance Representation
฿24,400
Engagement fee
- Pleadings and document preparation
- Attendance at all hearings
- Written report at each stage
- Representation to judgment
§ 3
Substantial Litigation Programme
฿39,000
Programme fee
- Full multi-year representation
- Overseas counsel coordination
- Quarterly written reports
- Settlement conversation support
Begin an Engagement
Discuss Which Format Suits Your Matter
We are available to discuss the scope of any engagement before a commitment is made. An initial conversation costs nothing and allows us to indicate which format is most appropriate.
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