Lex Bangkok represents international businesses and individuals in commercial litigation, civil disputes, and arbitration across all Thai courts. Bilingual legal counsel from case assessment through judgment enforcement.
Registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Full bilingual communication for international clients
Representation in civil, commercial, labour, and IP courts
Whether you are facing a commercial contract breach, an employment dispute, an intellectual property claim, or need to recover a significant debt, Lex Bangkok provides experienced litigation lawyers in Thailand who represent international businesses and individuals across all Thai courts and arbitration forums.
As a bilingual law firm with deep expertise in Thai civil and commercial law, we offer strategic legal counsel from initial case assessment through to enforcement of judgments — protecting your interests at every stage.
Our litigation lawyer Thailand team handles a wide range of commercial and civil disputes for both international and domestic clients:
Breach of contract, shareholder conflicts, partnership disagreements, joint venture disputes, and supply chain litigation. We represent clients in the Commercial Court Bangkok and provincial courts across Thailand.
Wrongful termination claims, wage and benefit disputes, non-compete enforcement, and Labour Court proceedings. We advise employers and employees on Thailand’s Labour Protection Act and related regulations.
Trademark infringement, copyright violations, patent disputes, and trade secret misappropriation. Our lawyers represent clients before the IP and International Trade Court in Thailand — a specialized division with jurisdiction over IP matters and international trade cases.
Land ownership conflicts, lease disputes, construction defects, condominium disputes, and boundary issues. We assist foreign nationals and companies navigating Thailand’s property laws.
From demand letters to enforcement of court judgments, we pursue efficient recovery of outstanding debts for businesses operating in Thailand. Our process includes asset tracing, securing provisional remedies, and enforcing judgments domestically and internationally.
Representation before the Thailand Arbitration Center (THAC), Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). We handle cross-border disputes involving parties from multiple jurisdictions.
Understanding which court hears your case is essential to an effective litigation strategy in Thailand. The Thai judicial system is divided into courts of first instance, appellate courts, and the Supreme Court (Dika Court).
We follow a structured five-step approach to every dispute, ensuring our clients understand the process, costs, and timeline at each stage:
Step 1: Case Assessment
We review the facts, documents, and applicable law to evaluate the merits of your case and advise on the best course of action — whether litigation, arbitration, or negotiation.
Step 2: Demand and Negotiation
Before filing suit, we issue formal demand letters and explore settlement opportunities. Many commercial disputes in Thailand are resolved at this stage, saving time and legal costs.
Step 3: Filing and Court Proceedings
If settlement fails, we prepare and file the lawsuit, manage all procedural requirements, and represent you in court hearings. All filings are prepared in Thai with bilingual client communication throughout.
Step 4: Trial and Hearing
Our litigation lawyers present evidence, examine witnesses, and argue your case before the relevant Thai court. We ensure thorough preparation for every hearing to maximize your chances of a favorable outcome.
Step 5: Judgment Enforcement
A favorable judgment is only valuable if it can be enforced. We handle post-judgment enforcement including asset seizure, garnishment orders, and cross-border enforcement where applicable.
For international businesses, arbitration often provides a faster, more flexible alternative to Thai court litigation. Thailand is a signatory to the New York Convention, making arbitral awards enforceable in over 170 countries.
The primary domestic arbitration institution in Thailand. THAC offers a cost-effective venue with Thai-language proceedings and experienced arbitrators familiar with local business practices.
A preferred venue for cross-border disputes involving Southeast Asian parties. SIAC awards are enforceable in Thailand under the New York Convention, and proceedings can be conducted in English.
The global standard for complex international commercial arbitration. ICC proceedings are commonly chosen when contracts involve parties from multiple jurisdictions or high-value claims.
Our arbitration team advises on clause drafting, seat selection, and procedural strategy to ensure our clients are well-positioned from the outset of any dispute.
Recovered THB 10M for European manufacturer in contractual dispute
Our team represented a European manufacturing client in a breach of contract claim against a Thai distributor. After filing in the Civil Court Bangkok and presenting documentary evidence of non-payment, we secured a full judgment and successfully enforced it through asset seizure.
Defended multinational against wrongful termination claim — case dismissed
We represented a multinational corporation in the Labour Court against a former senior employee’s claim for unfair dismissal and compensation. Through strategic evidence gathering and witness preparation, the court dismissed all claims in our client’s favor.
Secured IP injunction for technology company within 30 days
Acting for an international technology company, we obtained an emergency injunction from the IP and International Trade Court to stop a Thai competitor’s unauthorized use of proprietary software. The injunction was granted within 30 days of filing, preventing further financial damage to our client.
Filing a lawsuit in Thailand requires fluency in Thai legal procedure, language, and court practice. All court proceedings are conducted in Thai, and all documents must be submitted in Thai. Foreign companies and individuals need a litigation lawyer in Thailand who understands both the local legal system and the commercial realities of doing business across borders.
Lex Bangkok offers bilingual legal representation with deep experience in Thailand’s civil and commercial courts. Our team combines Thai-qualified lawyers with international legal training, ensuring that our clients receive strategic counsel that bridges the gap between Thai law and international business expectations.
Whether you are facing a contractual dispute, an employment claim, an IP infringement issue, or need to recover a debt in Thailand, our litigation team is ready to assess your case and advise on the best path forward.
Contact Lex Bangkok today for a free initial consultation with an experienced litigation lawyer in Thailand.
A standard commercial case at the Civil Court typically takes 12 to 24 months from filing to first-instance judgment. Complex matters with multiple expert witnesses or extensive documentary evidence can run 24 to 36 months. Appeals to the Court of Appeal add another 12 to 18 months, and Supreme Court review adds 12 to 24 months more. Specialized courts such as the IP and International Trade Court tend to move faster. Lex Bangkok provides a realistic timeline estimate at the case-assessment stage.
Yes. Foreign companies have full standing to file civil claims in Thai courts. A foreign plaintiff must appoint a Thai-licensed lawyer, submit notarized and legalized incorporation documents, and in some cases post a security deposit for court costs. Lex Bangkok handles the document chain and represents the foreign client throughout proceedings.
Thai court litigation is the default forum for disputes governed by Thai law: lower-cost but slower, and conducted in Thai. SIAC (Singapore International Arbitration Centre) and similar institutional arbitration are private, faster, conducted in English by international arbitrators, and produce awards enforceable in Thailand under the New York Convention. The right choice usually depends on the contract’s dispute-resolution clause and the parties’ preference for confidentiality and international enforcement.
Thailand is not party to a general bilateral treaty on enforcement of foreign judgments, so a foreign court judgment cannot be directly registered or executed in Thailand. It can however be used as strong evidence in a fresh civil action filed in Thai courts to obtain a new Thai judgment on the same merits. Foreign arbitral awards, by contrast, are directly enforceable under the New York Convention. Lex Bangkok assesses which path applies and prepares the enforcement action.
Court filing fees are calculated at 2% of the claim amount up to a 200,000 THB cap, then 0.1% on amounts above that, subject to further caps under court rules. Under Section 161 of the Civil Procedure Code, the court typically orders the losing party to bear the winning party’s litigation costs — including reasonable lawyer fees and disbursements — in addition to the court filing fees.
Yes. Our attorneys are licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand and admitted to practice in all Thai courts. We routinely represent Thai SMEs, multinational subsidiaries, and foreign claimants and defendants in the Civil Court, Central Bankruptcy Court, Central Tax Court, Labour Court, and the IP and International Trade Court.
The Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court (CIPITC) is a specialized first-instance court with exclusive jurisdiction over intellectual property disputes (trademark, copyright, patent, trade secret) and international trade matters (international sale of goods, carriage by sea, international payments). Its judges have specialist expertise and proceedings move faster than the general Civil Court. Appeals go directly to the Supreme Court’s specialized division.
Mediation is not mandatory before filing in most courts, but Thai courts strongly encourage settlement and most civil cases are referred to court-annexed mediation early in the proceedings. Certain matters such as consumer protection cases and labor disputes require pre-filing conciliation. Many commercial contracts also include mandatory mediation or arbitration clauses that must be exhausted before court action.
If you are facing a commercial dispute, employment claim, or need legal representation in Thai courts, contact our team for an initial assessment of your case and available legal options.
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