DEJ-UDOM & ASSOCIATES - Key Persons
Dej-Udom's esteemed roles in the legal arena are numerous and varied, setting him apart as a versatile leader in his field. He served as President of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association from 1999 to 2000 and held the consequential roles of Secretary-General and Foreign Affairs Director of the Thai Bar. He has also been honored to serve three distinguished terms as the President of the Lawyers Council of Thailand. His leadership extended to the Association of Asian Patent Attorneys (APAA), where he was Vice President in the early 1980s, and was also an ex council member. In each of these positions, Dej-Udom has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to elevating the standards of legal practice, both domestically and internationally.
Job Titles:
- Head of the Intellectual Property Department
Dr. Poondej Krairit is the Head of the Intellectual Property Department and a recognized expert on Intellectual Property matters. He is a post-graduate of Boston University and holds a PhD in Computers and Engineering Management from Assumption University. He currently serves on the Committee of the Design Group of Asian Patent Attorney Association (APAA), the Committee for Intellectual Property Association of Thailand (IPAT), and the Intellectual Property Promotion Association of Thailand (IPPAT). He is a Professional Patent Agent certified and registered by Department of Intellectual Property in the Ministry of Commerce. In the enforcement and protection of Intellectual Property in Thailand, Dr. Krairit and his team have close working relationships with the police, the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, and the Department of Special Investigations in the Ministry of Justice.
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Senior Associate at Dej - Udom & Associates
Khun Krit Kulvijitrangsi serves as a Senior Associate at Dej-Udom & Associates, specifically attached to the Immigration Department. He has been with the company since 2018 and brings specialized knowledge in immigration and investment promotion. Prior to his role at D&A, he was a Senior Investment Promotion Officer at the Office of the Board of Investment (BOI), where he was responsible for a range of duties including the consideration and approval of e-Export applications and advising on visa and work permits. He holds a Master's Degree in International Business & Economics from the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Kasetsart University.
Mr. Wanchai Kijchanpaiboon brings over two decades of litigation experience to his role as a Partner at Dej-Udom & Associates. His wide-ranging expertise spans multiple legal sectors, from civil and consumer law to intellectual property and criminal law. With a robust educational background and various certifications, Mr. Wanchai is well-equipped to handle complex litigation matters, making him an invaluable asset to the firm and its clients. Mr. Kijchanpaiboon is a graduate of Thammasat University (1993) and Chulalongkorn University (1999), he was admitted to the Thai Bar in 1995.
Job Titles:
- Dej - Udom & Associates' Executive Director
Job Titles:
- Senior Partner
- Senior Partner at Dej - Udom & Associates Ltd
Mrs. Sawitree Rujited is a Senior Partner at Dej-Udom & Associates Ltd., with a focus on immigration, work permits, and relocation matters. She brings extensive experience in various legal roles to her current position. Before joining Dej-Udom & Associates, she worked in senior litigation management at Retails Recovery of Kiatnakin Phatra Group, legal management at Tanachad Insurance, compliance management at APF Insurance, and served as in-house counsel for Bangkok Bank PLC, where she was responsible for financial litigations. Khun Sawitree holds a Barrister-at-Law certification and a Licensed Notarial Services Attorney certification, bolstering her expertise in her field of specialization.
Ms. Benjawan is a seasoned legal professional with specialized skills in taxation and corporate law. Elevated to a partner role at Dej-Udom & Associates in 2019, she has broad experience in commercial matters. From company registration to advising on foreign investment and property matters, her range of expertise makes her an essential resource for clients in diverse sectors. With a strong academic foundation and admittance to the Thai Bar, Ms. Benjawan offers a well-rounded package of skills and expertise.
Job Titles:
- Executive Director
- Senior Partner
- Senior Corporate Partner
Nipa Pakdeechanuan is the firm's senior corporate partner and has advised many foreign clients on the regulations and requirements for establishing businesses in Thailand. Her areas of expertise include undertaking legal due diligences for foreign companies entering into joint ventures with Thai companies and obtaining the business licenses, certificates and permits for all company and industry types. She has also handled the registration of many companies under the Treaty of Amity and Economic Relations between Thailand and the United States. She graduated from Thammasat University in 1987 where she also obtained a Business Law Diploma in 1998. She was admitted to the Thai Bar in 1990.