Prominent law firms Blumenthal Richter & Sumet (“BRS”) based in Bangkok and Momo-o, Matsuo & Namba (“Momo-o “) located in Tokyo achieved a significant milestone in their partnership as key leaders from both firms gathered for a pivotal meeting on August 25, 2023, hosted at BRS’s Bangkok office in Thailand. The purpose of this meeting was to discuss and reaffirm their shared dedication to delivering exceptional legal services to Japanese clients seeking investments in Thailand.

Representing BRS at the meeting were Senior Partner Andreas Richter, a respected authority in the domain of foreign direct investment, boasting over three decades of professional experience, and Partner Ekkarat Ritthiplang , a distinguished expert in managing interactions between foreign clients and Thai authorities.

In attendance from Momo-o was Partner Shinichiro Uemura , a seasoned legal professional with a wealth of experience in facilitating cross-border transactions related to mergers and acquisitions, international trade, real estate, and taxation matters. Additionally, Ryo Sakata, a Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions attorney specializing in foreign direct investment and currently seconded at BRS, also took part in the meeting. Ryo’s presence underscored the vibrant exchange of knowledge and skills between the two firms.

Both BRS and Momo-o are esteemed members of Interlaw, a globally recognized Tier 1 legal network known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the legal field. Capitalizing on their membership in Interlaw, BRS and Momo-o have synergistically combined their strengths to form an alliance that caters to the legal requirements of Japanese corporations and high net-worth individuals endeavoring to establish and cultivate their businesses in Thailand.

This alliance has played a pivotal role in bolstering BRS’s Japan Desk, an initiative supported by Andreas and Ekkarat. The primary focus of the Japan Desk is to provide specialized legal assistance to Japanese enterprises navigating the intricate landscape of the Thai market, particularly within regulated sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, and other manufacturing and service industries.