Acted on behalf of several multinational corporations in high-profile criminal customs disputes involving the assessment and calculation of customs duties and penalties. In addition to our representation in active customs investigations and inquiries, our customs experts regularly counsel clients in a variety of compliance and operational matters related to the import and export of goods and services in Thailand.
Kasamesunt Teerasitsathaporn
Attorney-at-Law
PRACTICE
OFFICE
LANGUAGE
Thai, English
EDUCATION
LLM, Ramkhamhaeng University
LLB, Thammasat University
Kasamesunt Teerasitsathaporn is a senior litigator in the firm’s dispute resolution group. Known for his attention to detail and ability to distill complex facts into persuasive argument, Kasamesunt specializes in complex litigation involving criminal charges, property, transportation and logistics, customs, product liability, and cross-border disputes. He is adept at winning both inside and outside of the courtroom, having extensive experience in negotiation and arbitration.
Regarded by his peers as a leading lawyer, Kasamesunt currently serves as a director of the Draft Law Screening Committee at the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Kasamesunt is also a member of the Thai Bar Association and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and he has completed the Barrister-at-Law requirements of the Institute of Legal Education, Thai Bar Association.
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Represented an industry leader in edible coatings. Our client purchased products from a supplier, the quality of which was certified by a third party. Although the third party was dismissed from the case by a lower court, we successfully convinced the Supreme Court to amend the judgment below and hold the third party liable for failing to examine the product.
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Defended a leading global logistics company in three separate criminal actions brought by the Thai Customs Department with potential fines in excess of USD 15,000,000. After a defense put forth at the prosecutorial review stage, the Public Prosecutor issued non-prosecution orders in favor of our client. These orders have since been confirmed and this case is final.
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Obtained court approval of bankruptcy claims in amounts of over THB 75,000,000 (company 1), THB 75,000,000 (company 2), and THB 150,000,000 (company 3). Our representation included submitting the application for debt repayment, providing supplemental explanations and evidence, and proving our clients’ right to the sums.
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Secured payment on an arbitration award by filing a petition to enforce same and negotiating a prompt and favorable resolution at the first hearing.
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Represented a client as a joint defendant in a civil lawsuit filed by the owner of adjacent land. The land owner petitioned the court to register a right-of-way across our client’s land to a public road. The trial court rendered judgment in favor of our client and dismissed the land owner’s complaint.
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Represented a client in a criminal matter regarding forgery. We presented our client’s position and related facts to various governmental authorities. At the end of the government’s investigation, the public prosecutor declined to prosecute our client.
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Prosecuted a dispute involving breach of contract and property rights. We secured judgment in favor of our client and a permanent injunction against future trespass.
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Represented a group investing in various high-end villa projects targeting the European market in Hua Hin and Phuket.
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Prosecuted a criminal claim, along with the public prosecutor, against a group of persons who unlawfully extracted funds from foreign business persons.
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| March 2, 2012 |
Chambers Asia-Pacific Ranks Tilleke & Gibbins as Tier 1 Shipping Firm in Thailand Chambers Asia-Pacific 2012, an annual guide assessing lawyers and law firms, has ranked the Tilleke & Gibbins Shipping team as a Tier 1 practice in Thailand. The ranking, which was a result of... |
| November 9, 2011 |
Tilleke & Gibbins Dispute Resolution Practice Awarded Top-Tier Ranking by Asialaw Profiles Asialaw Profiles, a guide to the leading law firms throughout Asia, has ranked Tilleke & Gibbins as a Tier 1 firm in the Dispute Resolution practice in Thailand. This annual ranking is based upon... |
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| January 4, 2012 |
Lex Mundi Guide to Doing Business in Thailand 2012 This guide provides a detailed overview of doing business in Thailand. Topics covered in the guide include investment, import and export regulations, exchange controls, tax, requirements for... |
| December 14, 2011 |
Thailand Legal Basics, a valuable primer for foreign investors, begins with an overview of Thailand’s legal system, including its history and the events and professionals that are shaping the legal... |
| May 11, 2011 |
The Report: Thailand 2011 – Legal Framework The Report: Thailand 2011, published by Oxford Business Group, provides an in-depth analysis of various sectors of the Thai economy. In the legal section of the publication, Tilleke & Gibbins... |
| December 17, 2010 |
New Law Addresses Harassment by Creditors Kasamesunt Teerasitsathaporn In September 2010, consumers and consumer activists welcomed the passage of a new law aimed at controlling the behavior of creditors during the collections process. The new law, known as the... |
| March 12, 2010 |
Temporary Injunctions: Pre-Claim Relief Option Kasamesunt Teerasitsathaporn The Consumer Case Procedure Act (CCPA) was enacted with a primary intent to provide better protection to historically disadvantaged consumers. One focus area was in provisional measures before... |
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