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April 22, 2016

Tilleke & Gibbins’ Thailand Team Ranked in Tier 1 by Media Law International

Media Law International

Tilleke & Gibbins’ media practice in Thailand has received a “Tier 1” ranking in the 2016 edition of Media Law International, a guide to the top media law practices around the world. Researchers assessed work done by firms in media law over the past year, developments within firms such as changes in personnel and new offices, and feedback from the legal community and firms’ clients.

Jeffrey J. Blatt, Of Counsel in Tilleke & Gibbins’ corporate and commercial group and head of the firm’s technology, media, and telecommunications practice, was interviewed for his thoughts on media law in Thailand in the editorial accompanying the rankings. Commenting on predicted trends, Jeffrey said, “Thailand remains a promising digital media market, as evidenced by the strong viewing trends by middle class Thais for online Korean Thai and Chinese content.”

If you would like to view the full rankings, please visit the Media Law International website.

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