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Announcement | Mr Piniti Chomsavas promoted to Senior Associate

We are delighted to announce the promotion of Mr Piniti Chomsavas to Senior Associate, with a key leadership role overseeing our Data Privacy & Personal Data Protection practice.

Piniti is a certified member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and holds the esteemed Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) designation—widely recognised as the gold standard for privacy professionals worldwide.

Having been with IAS Advisory since its inception, Piniti has played a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s growth and direction. With over nine years of legal experience across both a Big Four audit/consulting firm and a leading law firm, he brings a well-rounded and strategic perspective to complex legal matters.

Beyond his data privacy expertise, Piniti is actively involved in our commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, white-collar crime, and employment law practices. He also serves as a trusted legal advisor on numerous public-private partnership (PPP) infrastructure projects.

Please join us in congratulating Piniti on this well-deserved promotion.

Congratulations, Piniti, from all of us at IAS Advisory!

Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: things to consider when drafting an NDA

What are trade secret non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)? Why do companies require other businesses to sign them when entering into negotiations? What legal protections do they offer and how do you ensure compliance? Also, how important are trade secrets to the overall success of a business? What terms should HR departments include in NDAs for new staff?

Join the discussion with IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul in an episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy, hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin.

This episode premiered on Monday 17th February 2025 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website HERE.

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IAS Advisory named among Thailand’s top law firms

IAS Advisory has been chosen as one of Thailand’s best law firms by Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ). The firm is noted for its consistent track record of success and is honoured to be named alongside the country’s top achievers.

ABLJ’s annual law firm awards are based on nominations, references, and qualitative information received from in-house counsel and other legal professionals in Thailand and around the world.

The firm has been featured by ABLJ regularly over the years, and is among the winners again in this year’s “Real Estate” and “Litigation” categories, overseen respectively by firm co-founders Mr Ittinant Suwanjutha and Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul.

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Interns join IAS Advisory from Srinakharinwirot University

The firm was delighted to host two pupils from Srinakharinwirot University‘s Faculty of Social Sciences recently on its internship programme.

Mr Napach Tangpitakpaisal and Mr Pattapon Thammasan joined us for 12 weeks from Monday 6th January to Friday 28th March 2025.

Both students were enthusiastic and hard-working. They managed assignments well and adapted quickly to every task they were set. They demonstrated new skills during their time with us and enhanced their legal knowledge, and left a positive impression on all staff with whom they worked.

Srinakharinwirot University is a prominent Bangkok-based public autonomous university. Founded in 1949, it has four colleges and 17 faculties across two campuses. Several faculties run programmes jointly with overseas institutions, broadening the university’s knowledge base.

IAS Advisory has so far welcomed 17 students onto its internship and training programme over the past 18 months. The firm is committed to providing opportunities for growth and giving young people a platform to learn and make a difference.

Thank you to Srinakharinwirot University and to Napach and Pattapon! We look forward to hearing about your future success and hope you will visit us again soon.

Find out more about Srinakharinwirot University HERE.

Chambers & Partners, IAS Advisoryiasadmin

Chambers Global ranks IAS Advisory’s corporate lawyers again

IAS Advisory is delighted that Chambers & Partners, which publishes the world’s leading guides to the legal profession, has recognised the firm again for its capabilities in Corporate/M&A in the latest edition of its prestigious Global Guide.

The accolade follows the firm’s inclusion earlier this year in Chambers’ region specific Asia-Pacific Guide, and is further reward for the efforts of its Corporate/M&A team.

Chambers Global only ranks practice areas that are renowned for cross-border work. Firms ranked in Chambers Global are considered experts in their field and the go-to contact for international legal buyers, attracting clients from right across the spectrum (from large corporations to early-stage startups) who are particularly interested in firms able to advise them in multi-jurisdictional mandates.

Chambers’ Global Guide rankings represent the top firms and lawyers in over 200 jurisdictions around the world. Its research is based on interviews with competitors and peers, and on feedback received directly from clients and those who purchase legal services. A Chambers ranking is considered to be the legal industry’s definitive mark of excellence, and shows that firms and practitioners have stood up to the most rigorous independent research process of any legal directory on the market and emerged as a leader in their respective field.

The firm’s Corporate/M&A department is led by co-founding partner Ms Siripen Kulworakulpitak and contains star senior associate Ms Sukontharat Nobnom.

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Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: investment fraud red flags and how to spot them

Investment fraud is becoming more frequent and much more difficult to spot. Scammers today are using everyday search engines and social media platforms, plus channels like private chat groups and instant messaging apps, to promote fake opportunities. AI and other advanced technologies using sophisticated software and complex algorithms are now available, providing scammers with new ways to target people and trick consumers and investors. Fraud detection and prevention is suddenly much tougher.

Typical scams include hidden businesses disguised as direct sales, people posing as celebrities to solicit funds, websites imitating real investment platforms (which look totally indistinguishable from the real thing), and highly enticing tailored ad campaigns promising big returns with little to no risk. Types of investment vary and might involve crypto, gemstones, precious metals, property, shares or funds, or even collectibles like art, classic cars/watches, or fine wine.

So, how do you protect yourself against these new threats? What signs should you look for to spot these scams? How do you avoid falling victim to investment fraud and other such white collar crimes? What is the fraud triangle?

Join the discussion with IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul in an episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy, hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin.

This episode premiered on Thursday 6th February 2025 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website HERE.

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IAS Advisory & partners ranked in latest Legal 500 client referral guide

IAS Advisory is proud to be recommended by The Legal 500, the world-leading client referral series, in its latest guide to Thailand.

The firm is rated for its specialist expertise, know-how and experience in Real Estate & Construction, Dispute Resolution, and Corporate/M&A.

The Legal 500 is regarded as the world’s largest legal referral guide, assessing the strengths of lawyers and law firms in more than 150 jurisdictions. Its comprehensive research programme is updated annually to give clients the most precise and up-to-date survey of legal markets globally.

Each of the firm’s co-founders, Mr Ittinant Suwanjutha, Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul and Ms Siripen Kulworakulpitak is featured in the Asia-Pacific 2025 guide, while Ittinant is highlighted as a “Leading Partner” for his elite capabilities and position at the top of Thailand’s high-end real estate sector.

Senior Associates Mr Chumphon Macharoen and Mr Supachot Prasankiattiraj are also featured for their contribution to the firm’s success.

The Legal 500’s rankings are based on a range of criteria, and its researchers aim to highlight the practice area teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice in legal markets today.

IAS Advisory is delighted that the quality of its work and the high performance of its lawyers over the past 12 months have been recognised once again.

Thank you @Legal 500!

Search the Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025 Thailand rankings HERE.

Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: how to terminate employment fairly and avoid legal issues

The reasons for terminating employment can vary, from the closure of a business, e.g. when the economy is difficult and operations are unsustainable, to issues related to employees themselves.

Termination should ideally include a notice period, allowing both parties time to prepare. In some cases, it is necessary for the termination to be effective immediately. Employers must know the proper protocols, while employees should keep informed to protect their rights and ensure fair treatment.

So, how do you enable a smooth and fair termination process? For employers, what costs need to be covered? Is severance pay mandatory in all cases? How do you manage the risks of legal disputes? For employees, was the termination fair? What if there’s no employment contract? Is immediate termination without notice legal? How do you claim severance pay from your employer? What about government compensation?

Join the discussion with IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul in an episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy, hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin.

This episode premiered on Wednesday 4th December 2024 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website HERE.

Chambers & Partners, IAS Advisoryiasadmin

Leading client guide Chambers & Partners ranks IAS Advisory & co-founders

IAS Advisory has been recognised by the respected London-based legal industry publication, Chambers & Partners.

The firm has been ranked in Chambers’ Asia-Pacific Client Guide 2025 for its capabilities in Real Estate, Dispute Resolution and Corporate/M&A, led respectively by co-founding partners Mr Ittinant Suwanjutha, Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul and Ms Siripen Kulworakulpitak.

Ittinant and Anuwat have been singled out for particular praise for their success this year and appear in Chambers’ prestigious “Ranked Lawyer” listings; Ittinant in recognition of his work in Thailand’s high-value real estate and construction space, and Anuwat for overseeing the firm’s wide-ranging and successful dispute resolution practice.

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Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: key takeaways about “quiet firing” and employee rights

“Quiet firing” is a subtle, often silent, form of constructive discharge/dismissal, which is when an employee is compelled to leave their job because of a hostile work environment or because of intolerable work conditions created by their employer.

The practice involves demoralising employees enough so they decide to quit voluntarily. The work environment is made so challenging or unfulfilling that the employee begins to question their own worth and feels they don’t have a future with the company.

Quiet firing can be difficult to identify and prove, but signs to look out for include: being intentionally isolated or frozen out; being excluded from activities, such as meetings you once attended; being marginalised or quietly sidelined; unexpectedly having your duties or responsibilities changed, or hours reduced; being assigned less challenging tasks, or very demanding tasks and being set up to fail; having achievements overlooked; being passed over for opportunities, or demoted without justification; and having support gradually withdrawn and getting minimal or no feedback.

Some companies seek to avoid the negative consequences associated with formal termination and utilise quiet firing as a matter of routine. Often the reason is to avoid paying severance, but it may also be to escape other legal liabilities, to maintain a good business reputation (superficially, at least), or even just to create space for new hires or clear those deemed “not the right fit.”

So, what action can employees take when faced with this situation? How do you counter the threat of quiet firing? How do you prove constructive dismissal? If you’re worried about being laid off without compensation, what should you do?

Join the discussion with IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul in an episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy, hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin.

This episode premiered on Tuesday 26th November 2024 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website HERE. 

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