Managing IP magazine has released its rankings of patent-related legal service providers, and Tilleke & Gibbins has again secured high rankings in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The accolades are part of Managing IP’s highly regarded IP Stars rankings, which the magazine rolls out in stages. Tilleke & Gibbins’ rankings in the covered Southeast Asian jurisdictions include: Indonesia – Tier 2 Thailand – Tier 1 Vietnam – Tier 1 These showings demonstrate the firm’s regional strength and its remarkable consistency in retaining these excellent rankings. Managing IP does not yet provide patent rankings for Tilleke & Gibbins’ other jurisdictions, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. The patent rankings are a part of IP Stars, MIP’s specialist guide to the world’s leading intellectual property firms and practitioners. For more information and to browse the full rankings, please see the IP Stars website.

In the recently released results of Managing IP magazine’s Asia-Pacific Awards 2023, Tilleke & Gibbins was named IP Firm of the Year in three jurisdictions in Southeast Asia: Indonesia IP Firm of the Year Thailand IP Firm of the Year Vietnam IP Firm of the Year These showings highlight the regional strength of Tilleke & Gibbins’ intellectual property practice in Asia. The annual awards recognize the most innovative and challenging intellectual property work by law firms, companies, and individuals across the Asia-Pacific region, and are based on the results of extensive market research and client and peer interviews. Managing IP is a leading global intellectual property industry magazine that covers the latest news and developments from the world of intellectual property. Their global awards and IP Stars rankings are highly regarded by law firms, individual practitioners, and the corporate community. For more information on the Asia-Pacific awards and a complete list of winners, please see the Managing IP website.

Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) recently unveiled the 2023 edition of IAM Patent 1000, a directory that recognizes leading patent firms and practitioners worldwide. Tilleke & Gibbins has once again earned a position as a market leader in the rankings for both contentious and noncontentious patent work in Southeast Asia, receiving top-tier rankings in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The rankings demonstrate Tilleke & Gibbins’ excellent performance on behalf of its patent clients in the previous year. The firm’s strong position is matched in the individual rankings. This year’s publication showcases a record 17 Tilleke & Gibbins practitioners for their outstanding contributions—an increase of four from last year: Indonesia Irene Djalim Wongrat Ratanaprayul Thailand Alan Adcock Atthachai Homhuan Damri Radenamad Darani Vachanavuttivong Jakkrit Kuanpoth Nuttaphol Arammuang Somboon Earterasarun Suebsiri Taweepon Sukontip Jitmongkolthong Vietnam Dat Thanh Nguyen Hien Thi Thu Vu Hung Tuan Nguyen Loc Xuan Le Thah Phuong Vu Thomas Treutler The rankings are based on several months of in-depth research and market analysis conducted by IAM’s team of researchers. For more details, please see the IAM Patent 1000 rankings for Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Asian Legal Business recently released their Top 15 Southeast Asia Litigators 2023 feature, and Tilleke & Gibbins is pleased to announce that senior litigator Thawat Damsa-ard, a partner in the firm’s dispute resolution department in Bangkok, is included in the list. Thawat is the only litigator from Thailand included in the list of top litigators across the region. Moreover, this is the second consecutive year that he has been honored with a spot on the list. The accolade recognizes his outstanding performance in the courtroom, his ability to secure favorable results for his clients in high-stakes disputes, and his remarkable efforts to support professional ethics and development in the Thai legal profession. The list identifies the leading litigators in Southeast Asia and India based on submissions from firms and recommendations and feedback from clients, colleagues, and the wider legal market. The attorneys included in the list are among the most accomplished in the region in achieving high-impact courtroom victories for their clients. Asian Legal Business, owned by Thomson Reuters, is a world-leading source of information for businesses and professionals. To read more about the Top 15 Southeast Asia Litigators 2023, please see the June 2023 issue of Asian Legal Business.

Tilleke & Gibbins has been recognized as a leading legal service provider for Chinese companies in the field of Internet and E-commerce. The accolade was awarded by the China Business Law Journal (CBLJ) during the CBLJ China Business Law Awards 2023. Tilleke & Gibbins was listed alongside other esteemed international firms in the highly competitive Internet and E-commerce category. This inclusion is based on Tilleke & Gibbins’ strong record of advice and client service to Chinese internet and e-commerce operators over the past year. To determine the winners in each category, extensive research and evaluation were carried out to identify the top-performing firms. The CBLJ’s in-house researchers reviewed law firm submissions, industry feedback, and endorsements from clients and industry professionals in narrowing the list of outstanding firms in various industry sector categories. The CBLJ is a prestigious publication that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the legal industry in China. Through their rigorous selection process, CBLJ identifies and honors top-performing law firms and legal professionals, providing valuable insights into the legal landscape in China. To read more about the awards or browse a complete list of winners, please visit the CBLJ website.

Eight Tilleke & Gibbins lawyers in three Southeast Asian jurisdictions are included in the IP Stars 2023 individual rankings from Managing IP magazine. The rankings, which spotlight the world’s best practitioners working in the fields of patents and trademarks, are selected based on client and peer recommendations in each jurisdiction, with the highest-rated practitioners included in the final results of the annual survey. Tilleke & Gibbins leads the way in the IP STARS 2023 individual recognitions in both Thailand and Vietnam with four and three rankings, respectively, along with one in Indonesia. The group of ranked practitioners is divided into “Patent Stars” and “Trademark Stars,” with many lawyers identified in both categories. The six Tilleke & Gibbins lawyers who were named IP Stars in both trademark and patent categories include: Alan Adcock (Thailand) Darani Vachanavuttivong (Thailand) Loc Xuan Le (Vietnam) Nandana Indananda (Thailand) Thomas Treutler (Vietnam) Wongrat Ratanaprayul (Indonesia) Three Tilleke & Gibbins lawyers were recognized specifically in the trademark category: Linh Thi Mai Nguyen (Vietnam) Sukontip Jitmongkolthong (Thailand) Managing IP is a leading global intellectual property industry magazine that covers the latest news and developments from the intellectual property community. For more information on these awards and rankings, please see the IP STARS website.

Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ) recently announced the winners of their first Vietnam Law Firm Awards, and Tilleke & Gibbins earned accolades across a wide range of legal practice categories. The Vietnam Law Firm Awards recognize the top-performing law firms in various practice areas in the country. Tilleke & Gibbins was named in three categories: Data Compliance and Security Labor & Employment Technology, Media & Telecoms ABLJ is a bimonthly magazine focusing on the legal and regulatory environment in major jurisdictions across Asia. Through its research into the pressing legal issues facing business and legal practice in the region, ABLJ seeks to provide in-house counsel with the necessary information and analysis to implement effective legal solutions. For more information on the Vietnam Law Firm Awards 2023, and to browse the full list of recognized firms, please see the ABLJ website.

Benchmark Litigation has announced the winners of the Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific Awards 2023, and Tilleke & Gibbins was recognized with an Impact Case of the Year award for the firm’s successful representation of Alibaba in a dispute related to intellectual property infringement allegations. The case, which was led by the firm’s intellectual property litigation team, involved defending Alibaba against claims regarding the liability of e-commerce platforms for indirect intellectual property infringement. The favorable judgment in the case was Thailand’s first to rule on e-commerce platform liability for intellectual property infringement. More details on the case are available at the link above. The team from Tilleke & Gibbins that led the successful defense consisted of partners Nandana Indananda and Suebsiri Taweepon, senior associate San Chaithirapant, and associate Wattanakit Thanarattananukul. For more details on the Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific Awards 2023, and to browse the full list of winners, please visit the Benchmark Litigation website.

Tilleke & Gibbins was honored to be named Regional IP Firm of the Year and Regional Litigation Firm of the Year at the 2023 ALB SE Asia Law Awards. Tiziana Sucharitkul, managing partner of Tilleke & Gibbins, was also the recipient of the Managing Partner of the Year (Emerging Markets) award.

Asian Legal Business (ALB) recently unveiled the 2023 edition of the magazine’s annual IP rankings, which evaluates the leading firms in Asia for their expertise in copyright, patent, and trademark work, encompassing both contentious and noncontentious matters. Tilleke & Gibbins’ regional IP team achieved an exceptional set of rankings, earning Tier 1 status in five of six practices and jurisdictions covered by the survey. The full results are detailed below: Indonesia: Tier 1 for Patents, Tier 2 for Copyright/Trademarks Thailand: Tier 1 for Patents, Tier 1 for Copyright/Trademarks Vietnam: Tier 1 for Patents, Tier 1 for Copyright/Trademarks Tilleke & Gibbins’ IP team has consistently maintained its exceptional performance across all ranked practice areas and jurisdictions since the inception of the ALB IP rankings in 2014. This remarkable track record is due to the team’s dedication, knowledge, and ability to achieve effective and lasting results for their clients. ALB, owned by Thomson Reuters, is a world-leading source of information for businesses and professionals. To read more about the magazine’s 2023 IP rankings, please see the May 2023 issue of ALB.

Charunun Sathitsuksomboon, a partner in Tilleke & Gibbins’ corporate and commercial group in Bangkok, has been recognized by Asian Legal Business in their recently published Asia’s Top 15 M&A Lawyers 2023 list. This accolade highlights Charunun’s exceptional expertise, unwavering dedication, and outstanding contributions to M&A-related deals and activity in the region. Charunun’s inclusion on the list stems from her pivotal role in successfully managing numerous high-profile transactions across the region. Her deep understanding of M&A regulations, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional negotiation skills have consistently benefited clients and played a vital role in the success of their business ventures. Her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes, combined with her keen business acumen, has solidified her reputation as a trusted advisor for M&A deals. Charunun’s recognition as one of Asia’s Top 15 M&A Lawyers further showcases Tilleke & Gibbins’ position as a leading law firm for corporate transactions in the region. Global, regional, and domestic companies trust the firm to deliver comprehensive legal solutions for their transactional and other business operations. Asian Legal Business, owned by Thomson Reuters, is a world-leading source of information for businesses and professionals. To read more about Asia’s Top 15 TMT Lawyers, please see the May 2023 issue of Asian Legal Business.

Tilleke & Gibbins was named Intellectual Property Firm of the Year at The Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards 2023, while Waewpen Piemwichai, a senior associate in the firm’s Hanoi office, was honored with the title of TMT Rising Star of the Year.