Blumenthal Richter Sumet & Schuler is proud to announce that Partner Ekkarat Ritthiplang has been recognized as a Rising Star Partner in M&A in the 35th edition of the International Financial Law Review 1000, the global guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms. This recognition highlights Ekkarat’s growing influence in Thailand’s corporate legal market and his role as a next-generation leader within the firm.
Promoted to the partnership in 2024, Ekkarat continues to deliver exceptional services to the firm’s clients, with a particular focus on the automotive, renewable energies and manufacturing sector. In these core industries, he has played a pivotal role in advising multinational and domestic clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and cross-border investment projects. His deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, combined with his ability to structure and negotiate deals efficiently, helped clients achieve strategic objectives while effectively managing risk.
At the same time, Ekkarat is establishing a distinctive niche in Thailand’s rapidly evolving fintech and digital payments sector. He advises both emerging and established companies on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, licensing, and investment matters in a market defined by dynamic and evolving regulations. His work often involves close coordinating with the Board of Investment, the Bank of Thailand, and other regulatory bodies to ensure clients can pursue innovation while remaining fully compliant. By combining traditional corporate and transactional expertise with a forward-looking understanding of digital finance, Ekkarat helps clients capture growth opportunities and structure secure, efficient transactions in this fast-growing sector.
Being named a Rising Star Partner reflects Ekkarat’s emerging leadership within the firm and the wider legal community. This recognition is reserved for lawyers who, while still early in their partnership careers, demonstrate exceptional technical ability, market influence, and innovative client service. It underscores his potential to shape the firm’s future and contribute meaningfully to Thailand’s corporate legal landscape.
The IFLR1000 is a leading international legal directory relied upon by in-house counsel, investors, and business leaders to identify top legal talent. It evaluates firms and practitioners based on deal complexity, innovation, and market impact, recognizing those who deliver exceptional in high-value transactions.
“Being recognized as a Rising Star Partner is a true honor,” said Ekkarat Ritthiplang. “It reflects the collaborative spirit of our team and the exciting opportunities within Thailand’s dynamic market. I remain committed to supporting our clients’ growth and to helping the firm expand into new areas of practice- especially as we embrace the digital and AI era”
This recognition underscores Blumenthal Richter Sumet & Schuler’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of legal leadership, combining deep sector expertise with forward-looking vision to serve clients across traditional and emerging industries.
Andreas Richter, Senior Partner at Blumenthal Richter Sumet & Schuler, added: “Ekkarat’s recognition is very well deserved. His professionalism, client focus, and forward-looking perspective embody the values that drive our firm. We are proud to see his achievements recognized by IFLR1000.”