SIAM LEGAL - Key Persons
Apichart "Den" Mattayanuwat has many qualifications under his belt. Besides a law degree and a lawyer license, he has also been called to the Thai Bar - the most prestigious legal association in Thailand.
Apichart has practiced law for more than 10 consecutive years. Building upon such experience, he is currently a committee member of the Chiang Mai Lawyers Council. He is able to handle complicated and complex cases in courthouses. Outside of the tribunals, he also specializes in the corporate and real property fields. Being raised in Chiang Mai and gotten a law degree from Chiang Mai University have allowed Apichart to familiarize himself with businesses and cultures there. That is for this reason why he has always been called a "trusted lawyer" by our clients and as our "pride and proud" associate in Chiang Mai and northern communities.
Ken is a US-licensed lawyer with several years of experience advising clients both in the US and abroad. He formerly practiced family law in the US, both on the client side and as adjudicator in matters related to custody and child support. Ken has also spent time as in-house counsel for international companies in IT and Fintech, where he advised start-ups and medium-sized companies in matters relating to cryptocurrency, blockchain, financial regulations, intellectual property, and general corporate matters. Ken now heads the US Immigration and Property teams at Siam Legal International where he assists American citizens with bringing their Thai fiances, spouses, and family members to the US, as well as helps foreigners navigate the complex real estate market in Thailand.
Mr. Methasit Chantranont (Ball); Khun Ball earned his law degree from Ramkhamhaeng University and is our legal consultant in the "Property Department" at Siam-Legal with experience in Real Estate Law and Civil and Commercial law. He has experience in conducting properties' due diligence and providing legal advice related to building control conditions, relevant government regulations and laws for well-known wholesale and retail business companies in Thailand. He has experience in drafting and reviewing contracts including Sale and Purchase Agreement, lease agreement and related agreements involving acquisition and disposal of properties. He also prepares required documents for application or registration and acts as a representative to complete any real estate transactions with the relevant authorities around the Kingdom of Thailand.
Job Titles:
- Director of Client Services
Mr. Dennis P. Ramm serves as Siam Legal's Director of Client Services. A graduate of Washington State University with a bachelor degree in Criminal Justice, Mr. Ramm also pursued a degree in Law at the University of Washington. He has over 18 years experience in legal and law enforcement work having served as Police Sergeant, Legal & Policy Advisor and criminal law instructor in coordination with the Seattle Police Department. Mr. Ramm has also contributed articles to numerous publications throughout Southeast Asia discussing matters such as property issues and immigration law spanning several continents. He currently resides in Bangkok, Thailand and is responsible for the firm's key management and operational procedures.
Mr. Omar O Manee is an Attorney-at-Law who handles litigation. He has represented several clients in various court cases involving civil and criminal lawsuits. His knowledge and skills on procedures and law has awarded his cases favorable claims and judgments.
Apart from litigation cases, Khun Omar is also an experienced practitioner in the areas of Real Estate Development, Property Law and Business Law.
Mr. Panuwat Krishnamara (Por) is our Legal Consultant for property services. He earned his law degree from Thammasat University International Program in Bangkok. As he had been attending international schools since his young age, Khun "Por" is a fluent English-Speaker.
Due to his fluency in the English language, Khun Por has extensive consultancy dealings with foreigners who often have inquiries about Thai laws. Likewise, he has experience in drafting of contracts, i.e. Thai Will, Sale and Purchase Agreements, and other legal documents. In addition, he also has completed a trainee program as a standby court interpreter to interpret law from Thai to English and vice versa.
He also has past experience working on reviewing and amending personal data protection policies (PDPA) to be in accordance with its implementing guidelines.
Moreover, Khun Por, along with our Property Department team, has been providing consultation and guidance to our firm's various property clients and represents these clients in relevant Thai authorities.
Job Titles:
- Australian Solicitor With a Bachelor of International
- Legal Consultant
Ms. Brighde-Rose Maher (Rose) is an Australian solicitor with a Bachelor of International and Global Studies/Bachelor of Laws from the University of Sydney. She received her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law in Sydney, and was admitted as an officer of the Supreme Court of NSW in 2021. Her fluency in English and superior research skills will assist in presenting favorable outcomes to your cases.
Having lived abroad extensively, and studied as a university exchange student in China, she has experience working in multicultural settings and is comfortable working with foreigners and clients from all countries. She also has excellent interpersonal and communication skills from her first hand experience working in the hospitality and customer service industry for over a decade.
Ms. Lalita Sriboonruang (Som-O) is a family lawyer with prior experience in litigation. She holds a Lawyer license and graduated with a Bachelor of Law from Chiang Mai University. She is also a Notarial Services Attorney. She has worked for local law firms in Udon Thani and Bangkok. She has handled business, corporate and family law cases since joining Siam Legal Bangkok Office in 2021.
She speaks Thai and English. She has handled numerous situations involving family law such as prenuptial agreements, Thai legal marriage, divorce cases and child custody cases she is adept in Thailand law and provides other Thailand legal services such as certified, translation, notary public and legalization of documents.
Ms. Natvarin Kaewphitoon (Noon) She has vast experience in Business Law and intellectual Property for some local firms in Bangkok. She is also a notarial services attorney holding a law Degree from Kasetsart University in 2016. In 2021, she completed her Masters in International Trade Law from Thammasat University. She shows positivity and focuses on her work which makes her simply the best qualified to handle and assist clients with family cases and providing notarial services to documents that need certification and translation. She speaks both English and Thai. Her knowing and skills on procedures and laws has awarded her cases favorable claims and judgment.
Job Titles:
- Head of Our Dispute Resolution Department
Pakorn Saichue (Poss) is the head of our Dispute Resolution Department. Having graduated from Mae Fah Luang University with both a Bachelors and Masters degree in Law, Pakorn holds a Lawyer Licence and Thai Barrister at Law credential. With fluency in both Thai and English, and legal experience spanning over eight years, Pakorn has extensive expertise in the litigation field. His areas of specialization include Civil, Commercial, Administrative, Labor and Bankruptcy Laws. His vast practice experience and dedication to achieving favourable outcomes for his clients render him a tenacious and highly persuasive courtroom advocate.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Dispute Resolution Department
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- Legal Consultant from Our Property Department
Supitchaya Chanpal (Ploy) is a legal consultant from our Property Department who has experience in handling cases pertaining to Thai will and succession law, real estate transactions, property due diligence, and drafting and reviewing contracts. With fluency in both Thai and English, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from the International in Business Law program at Thammasat University. Prior to joining Siam Legal, she gained work experience in the United States and acquired substantial expertise in business law and real estate transactions at a leading real estate firm.
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Mr. Yordmanu Satesri (Yord) is our Legal Advisor who possesses knowledge in both legal and corporate matters. Having been trained by well-seasoned Corporate Lawyers, Mr. Yord is adept at dealing with different Thai government agencies such as the Ministry of Commerce, Department of Business Development (DBD) and the Revenue Department. Mr. Yord graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Law from Khon Kaen University in 2019. Prior to his graduation, Mr. Yord traveled to the United States to learn about the culture and language to equip himself with confidence and the necessary skills to excel in his chosen career path. Mr. Yord exudes positivity and focuses in his work and that makes him simply the most qualified to handle and assist clients with their requirements related to the company, may it be about setting up a new Thai company, applying tax for the company and preparing company by-laws, Mr. Yord will be our go-to Legal Advisor.