Blumenthal Richter & Sumet is pleased to share that four of its Partners have been recognized across two practice areas in the 35th edition of the IFLR1000, the guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms.
In the Corporate/M&A practice, the firm has been ranked as a Recommended Firm, with the following Partners individually recognized:
- Andreas Richter, Senior Partner and Head of the Corporate/M&A Practice, was ranked for the second consecutive year as a Highly Regarded Individual, a distinction reserved for lawyers with a proven track record advising on complex and high-value transactions, acknowledged by clients and peers alike.
- Stefan Riedl, Partner, was recognized as a Notable Practitioner in M&A, highlighting his experience in contract drafting, transaction structuring, and dispute resolution arising from corporate deals.
- Ekkarat Ritthiplang, Partner, who was promoted to the partnership in 2024, was named a Rising Star Partner, reflecting his growing market profile and deep experience in Board of Investment matters and coordination with Thai government agencies.
In the Projects & Energy practice, Blumenthal Richter & Sumet was once again ranked as a Notable Firm. Ira Blumenthal, Senior Partner, was also recognized for the second consecutive year as a Notable Practitioner, underscoring the firm’s continued strength in complex energy and infrastructure mandates.
The IFLR1000 is a leading international legal directory relied upon by in-house counsel and business leaders to identify top legal talent. With its focus on transactional practices and its assessment of firms based on deal complexity, innovation, and market impact, these results reaffirm Blumenthal Richter & Sumet’s consistent standing as a trusted advisor in high-stakes, business-critical transactions.