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 strengths in wealth management and US tax, areas led by specialists Jonathan Blaine and Jack Sheehan.
Client feedback
“Practical legal advice.” – Corporate and M&A
“DFDL strikes a good balance between legal and practical advice for operating in Thailand.” – Corporate and M&A
“Accessible and knowledgeable. Spans wide range of countries in the region.” – Tax
David Doran
“Very experienced, excellent client management, a problem solver and gives solid advice on risk management.”
Jidapa Tiamsuttikarn
“Gives clear advice, responsive.”
Paul Volodarsky
“He is approachable and gives practical advice.”
Work highlights
Advised a client on an issue regarding interest payments made to the government of another jurisdiction.
Work highlights
Advised Ignite Thailand Holdings on the acquisition of a non-life insurance business in Thailand.
Advised Devyani International DMCC on the acquisition of 274 chain restaurant outlets in Thailand.
