Labor & Employment.
Our Labor and Employment practice is uniquely positioned, drawing on the expertise of our Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, to provide clients with the most effective representation on all aspects of human resources and industrial relations.
We advise on a wide range of legal matters, including labor and employment-related issues in mergers and acquisitions, business restructuring and reorganization, spin-offs, performance management and personnel management.
Our advice spans the full gamut of issues, ranging from general employment issues such as contracts and work rules, to retirement packages, recruitment and separation, all the way to disciplinary actions and prevention of workplace discrimination and harassment.
At a more strategic level, we also advise on collective labor relations issues, such as collective bargaining and labor-management councils, as well as the implementation and reform of HR and remuneration schemes. Were needed, we undertake a comprehensive organizational assessment as a basis for formulating practical guidance that maintains compliance, fosters business growth as well as positive and productive labor relations.
Client-Centric.
Our approach is deliberately client-centric, ensuring we fully understand objectives and constraints, and our clients are fully aware of their legal standing and strategic options
Practical Yet Strategic.
Our advice is practical and actionable. However, beyond salient issues, we also identify any pertinent strategic matters and formulate an optimal solution.
Wealth of Experience.
The breadth of our experience allows us to advise our clients at every stage and identify and resolve issues early on.
Advanced Solutions.
Depth and scope of expertise enables us to continually find solutions to some of the most challenging issues.
Experience.
Recent practitioner and practice Labor & Employment highlights.
JustCo SGX Initial Public Offering
Advised JustCo Holdings Pte. Ltd., a leading Asia-Pacific flexible workspace operator, on its initial public offering (IPO) and listing on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange (SGX), raising ~SGD 100 million in gross proceeds through the issuance of 32.1 million shares and 74.3 million cornerstone shares at SGD 0.94 per share. The transaction supports JustCo’s regional expansion strategy across Asia-Pacific, including the continued development of its operations in Thailand and the broader scaling of its network from 54 to over 100 centres across 12 major APAC cities by 2029. Our scope of work included advising on all Thai law aspects of the offering, conducting legal due diligence on the Thailand subsidiaries, advising on regulatory compliance, employment matters, and commercial lease frameworks relevant to flexible workspace operations, and assisting with the verification and disclosure process for the IPO prospectus and offering documents.
Hotel company in a labor dispute
Represented a hotel company in a labor dispute re: the grounds for dismissal filed by one of its high-level employees in the Central Labor Court of Thailand.
Securities company in court litigation
Represented a securities company in a court litigation claim against its employer and related individuals concerning theft in relation to securities transactions.
Experts.
Latest News.
ALB recognizes Pathorn Towongchuen as a 2026 ALB Asia Super 50 Disputes Lawyer
On 14 July 2026, Thailand’s Department of Business Development (DBD) issued Order No. 2/2569, introducing enhanced documentary requirements aimed at preventing the use of nominee shareholders to circumvent the foreign ownership restrictions under the Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542 (1999) (FBA). Effective from 1 August 2026, the Order consolidates and replaces two earlier DBD orders, while expanding the evidence required to verify that Thai shareholders are genuine investors and beneficial owners of their interests. In this Insight Krittiya Wuddhihiranpreeda, Thanchanok Engsrisawang, Kanatat Damrongchaitham, Nutcha Maneein, and William Wollmann examine the key changes introduced by Order No. 2/2569, including the new requirements for incorporations and corporate amendments involving foreign participation, and consider the practical implications for businesses and investors operating in Thailand.
On 1 July 2026, Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) introduced a fundamentally revised regulatory framework for Related Party Transactions (RPTs) and Material Transactions (MTs) applicable to companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Market for Alternative Investment (mai). While attention has largely focused on specific rule changes, the reform represents a broader shift in the SEC’s approach to transaction oversight, corporate governance, and investor protection. In this Insight Arnut Pongprueksa, Maythawi Boonyapinyo, Thananya Chaikamonsuk, and Parithat Chamnongsilp outline the key themes underpinning the new framework, highlighting the most significant regulatory developments, and outline the practical implications for listed companies.
TTT+Partners awarded Deal of Year 2026 for landmark GULF-INTUCH merger