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July 27, 2026

Darani Vachanavuttivong Named Among ALB Asia Top Female Lawyers 2026

Darani Vachanavuttivong, managing partner and managing director of the firm’s intellectual property (IP) practice, has been recognized in the ALB Asia Top Female Lawyers 2026 list published by Asian Legal Business (ALB). The annual list honors 20 outstanding female lawyers from across Asia who have demonstrated exceptional legal expertise, leadership, and impact in their respective fields. Notably, Darani is the only lawyer from Thailand included in this year’s ranking.

This marks Darani Vachanavuttivong’s fourth appearance on ALB’s prestigious list. Her continued inclusion reflects her longstanding contributions to the legal profession, leadership within the intellectual property field, and the strong reputation she has earned among clients and peers throughout the region. Widely recognized as one of Southeast Asia’s leading intellectual property practitioners, Darani has played a key role in shaping and strengthening IP protection and enforcement strategies for clients across a broad range of industries.

According to ALB, the ranking celebrates women who are helping shape the future of the legal profession through excellence in practice, leadership, innovation, and meaningful contributions to their communities. The selection process considers factors including professional achievements, significant matters handled, client feedback, market reputation, and broader contributions to the legal industry.

For more information on the ALB Asia Top Female Lawyers 2026 list, please see the July 2026 issue of ALB.

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