International legal practice Allen & Overy has appointed a vastly experienced former head of legal and compliance with a global bank as a partner to their Bangkok office.
With a focus on transactions, contentious and non-contentious work in regulated markets, Nithi Laophulsuk joins from Standard Chartered Bank (Thai) where he was Head of Legal and Compliance.
With his extensive experience working with regulators such as the Bank of Thailand and the Securities and Exchange Commission, the firm believes Nithi Laophulsuk (pictured) will be a valuable asset to clients operating, or seeking to operate, in Thailand. This latest hire follows on from the recent appointment of Lina Lee and Jonathan Hsui as partners in the firms Hong Kong office.
Specialist on Anti-Bribery Matters
He previously advised on the development of banking, capital markets and derivative products, licensing and documentation projects, as well as complex disputes, compliance, FCPA and anti-bribery matters. He also worked in private practice at Hunton & Williams, where he advised on on-shore and cross border banking, M&A and restructuring mandates.
«Nithi Laophhulsuk is a renowned and highly regarded lawyer in his field and his skills and experience will add to and complement our existing team,» said Stephen Jaggs, Managing Partner of Allen & Overy’s Bangkok office.
