DFDL

Thailand

Analysis

Overview

DFDL has a strong presence in the Thai market with an extended regional presence that offers its international clients an integrated service in other nearby jurisdictions. It has demonstrated a competitive edge in the banking and financial services, energy, real estate, and technology and telecommunications sectors. The firm has a dedicated energy, mining and infrastructure practice and received numerous regional power and clean energy project mandates last year. Managing director Audray Souche is known for her expertise in energy, mining and infrastructure projects as well as her broader experience in corporate and M&A, commercial, regulatory, and banking and finance practice areas. The firm enjoys a reputation in the region as a go-to tax firm and in Thailand it has particular strengths in wealth management and US tax, areas led by specialists Jonathan Blaine and Jack Sheehan.

Client feedback 

“Prompt and friendly.” – Corporate and M&A 

Nipaporn Supha-Utchaichan 

“Responsive and has a good understanding of both the legal and business aspects of our case.”   

Corporate and M&A

Work highlights 

Advised Ardian in acquiring a majority of shares in GreenYellow, a leading French player within the energy sector.  

Construction

Work highlights 

Advised Lao-China Power Investment on negotiating the concession agreement and land lease agreement with the Government of Lao.  
Assisted The Blue Circle on the development and operations of eight greenfield wind power projects.