Dispute Resolution & Commercial Litigation
What is Dispute Resolution?
Duensing Kippen is the litigation lawyer Bangkok businesses turn to when commercial disputes require formal resolution. Commercial disputes in Thailand can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or court litigation, and choosing the right mechanism depends on the contract terms, the relationship between parties, and the commercial stakes involved.
Our attorneys advise clients on the most effective and cost-efficient path to resolution — from early-stage negotiation through to full court proceedings or arbitration.
Litigation Before the Thai Courts
As the litigation lawyer Bangkok clients rely on for court representation, we appear before the Thai Civil, Criminal, and specialised courts, operating under the framework of the Courts of Justice of Thailand — handling commercial disputes, contractual claims, injunctions, debt recovery, and enforcement actions across Thailand.
Our litigation team acts for both plaintiffs and defendants, combining deep knowledge of Thai civil procedure with international legal standards. We handle cases at all court levels, including the Court of First Instance, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court.
Our Litigation Services
We assist clients with a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters, including:
- Breach of contract claims and enforcement
- Debt recovery and collection proceedings
- Injunctions and interim relief
- Shareholder and joint venture disputes
- Construction and real estate litigation
- Cross-border commercial disputes
- Enforcement of domestic and foreign arbitral awards
Many of these disputes involve time-sensitive elements, such as urgent injunctions to preserve assets or evidence, where prompt and decisive legal action can significantly affect the outcome of a case.
We keep clients informed at every stage, so they can make confident, well-informed decisions about how to proceed.
Choosing the Right Path
Not every dispute needs to go to court. As the litigation lawyer Bangkok clients depend on for practical guidance, we assess each case individually, weighing the costs, timeline, confidentiality needs, and likelihood of success before recommending litigation, arbitration, or a negotiated settlement. Where litigation is the right path, we prepare thoroughly at every stage — from pleadings and evidence gathering through to trial advocacy and, where necessary, appeal.
International Standards, Local Expertise
With offices in Bangkok and Phuket and a network spanning 45 countries, our litigation team combines fluency in Thai civil procedure with the international commercial experience that foreign investors and businesses require when disputes arise in Thailand.
If you are facing a commercial dispute in Thailand, contact Duensing Kippen to discuss your options with the litigation lawyer Bangkok businesses have trusted for over two decades. For disputes better suited to a private, binding process, see our Arbitration & ADR practice. You can also read more on dispute resolution and litigation developments in our Publications section.
Types of Dispute Resolution
Negotiation & Mediation — We represent clients in structured negotiations and mediation, often the fastest and least costly route to resolution. Thailand’s courts increasingly encourage mediation before litigation proceeds.
Arbitration — For international disputes, arbitration is often preferred. Our FCIArb-accredited attorneys act as both counsel and arbitrators. Learn more on our Arbitration & ADR page.
Our Dispute Resolution Team
Weeraya Kippen — Partner, FCIArb, licensed Thai Barrister and Notarial Services Attorney. Extensive experience in litigation, arbitration, corporate/commercial, construction, real estate, probate, family and employment matters since 2007.
Janthamanee Sanguansap — Associate, licensed Thai Lawyer. Experience in corporate/commercial, real estate, probate, immigration, civil litigation and ADR since 2020.
Laksamee Prayoth — Associate, licensed Thai Lawyer and Notarial Services Attorney. Experience in corporate/commercial, real estate, probate, immigration, civil litigation and ADR since 2020.
Speak with a Litigation Lawyer in Thailand
Contact our Bangkok or Phuket office for an initial consultation with one of our dispute resolution attorneys.