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Wise Equity Legal Counsel Limited (“Wise”) is a distinguished law firm, recognized for our expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and comprehensive legal advisory services. Wise is driven by a team of seasoned partners, including Yaowarote Klinboon, Karinevidch Olivero, Phatamol Phisitbuntoon, Chanattorn Thunyaluck, and Sittiwate Jewsittiprapai. With extensive backgrounds in both legal practice and business strategy, we provide clients with strategic counsel and tailored solutions to navigate complex legal and corporate challenges in various industry sectors encompassing energy, oil and gas, food and beverage, healthcare, investment management, media, real estate, and technology and communication. We represent local and international clients in investments, establishment, acquisitions, sales, and partnerships in Thailand. Our firm provides comprehensive legal services to both local and international clients, with a focus on corporate and M&A matters, assisting both buyers and sellers in structuring and executing strategic transactions in a way that meets their business and commercial objectives. With extensive experience in capital markets and a deep understanding of SEC and SET regulations —particularly among our partners, including our Executive Partner, a former SEC and SET officer— we are regularly retained by listed companies in Thailand to advise on strategic public and private acquisitions. Our clients benefit from our in-depth local knowledge, expertise and nuanced understanding of Thailand’s regulatory and business landscape. Wise’s exceptional ability to negotiate and draft comprehensive contracts in both English and Thai ensures our clients’ interests are strategically protected at every stage of their transactions, from initial structuring to successful execution. Lastly, at Wise, we believe that every lawyer possesses legal knowledge, but what sets us apart is our approach. We are not just legal advisors—we are legal resolvers. We go beyond providing advice; we deliver strategic, solutions-driven counsel that effectively navigates complexities and achieves our clients' objectives. - Recent Developments & Expansion Established in July 2024, the firm was founded and was originally driven by four partners, led by Yaowarote Klinboon, the firm’s Executive Partner. With over 20 years of experience in domestic and international capital markets and corporate M&A, Yaowarote is widely regarded as one of Thailand’s most prominent lawyers for complex, high-stakes and regulatory-driven transactions involving listed companies and cross-border elements. To further reinforce its market position, the firm has expanded its partnership to include a dedicated Tax partner, strengthening Wise’s ability to deliver fully integrated advice as a true one-stop legal services platform. The firm is now led by five partners with deep and complementary expertise across capital markets, M&A, regulatory, tax, and litigation. This integrated structure enables the firm to advise clients seamlessly from transaction structuring and regulatory execution through to dispute resolution, enforcement actions, and strategic litigation, particularly in matters involving significant financial, reputational, and regulatory exposure. Currently, the firm has expanded its legal team to 17 lawyers, reinforcing our ability to serve clients with deeper expertise and a more agile approach. We have recently strengthened our M&A and financial regulatory practice, advising on several high-profile cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance matters. Despite our recent inception, Wise has rapidly built a reputation for excellence, advising on high-profile and market-defining transactions. Our team’s deep expertise, combined with a client-centric and solution-driven approach, has enabled us to successfully represent clients in complex and strategic deals, including the acquisition of VGI Public Company Limited and the acquisition of MFC management Public Company Limited. Our ability to navigate regulatory challenges and structure innovative solutions sets us apart as a trusted legal partner in Thailand’s evolving business landscape. - New Areas of Focus Technology & Digital Transformation: We are increasingly assisting clients with regulatory challenges in fintech, digital assets, and AI-driven financial services. Currently, we are working on 3 – 4 transactions engaged with digital assets. - Key Clients & Panel Appointments Wise continues to serve a distinguished client base, among other leading corporations in the financial services, energy, and industrial sectors. We have also secured key panel appointments, reinforcing our reputation as a trusted legal advisor to both domestic and international companies. - Client-Focused Efficiency & Cost-Saving Initiatives Technology & AI Integration: We are leveraging AI-driven contract review and legal research tools to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for our clients. Streamlined Regulatory Compliance Solutions: Our team is in the process of automated regulatory tracking systems to provide real-time legal insights and ensure seamless compliance with evolving laws. Fixed-Fee & Alternative Pricing Models: To provide greater cost predictability, we offer alternative fee arrangements tailored to client needs, ensuring transparency and efficiency. By continuously evolving our expertise and investing in innovative legal solutions, Wise Equity Legal Counsel remains committed to delivering top-tier legal services with a focus on efficiency, excellence, and client success. ### Languages - Thai - English

Office locations

Bangkok

Bangkok

Wise Equity Legal Counsel Limited 195 One Bangkok Tower 4 17th Floor, Unit 1710b,1711 And 1712a, Wireless Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan Bangkok 10330 Thailand

Practice areas

Corporate LawMergers & AcquisitionsCapital MarketsTaxRegulatory & ComplianceLitigation & Dispute ResolutionEnergy & Oil & GasHealthcareInvestment ManagementMedia & EntertainmentTechnology & CommunicationsReal Estate

Lawyers in this office

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Anisa Kitpanuruj

Anisa Kitpanuruj is a corporate lawyer specialising in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and general corporate and commercial matters. She has experience advising on a broad range of domestic and cross-border transactions, with particular exposure to banking and finance, capital markets, and corporate governance. Prior to joining the firm, Anisa worked at a leading international law firm in Bangkok, where she was part of the banking and finance practice and collaborated closely with the capital markets team. Her experience spans multiple practice areas, including banking and finance, capital markets and corporate governance, and public-private partnerships. Anisa holds a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) from Chulalongkorn University, with a major in business law and taxation, and is admitted to practice by the Lawyers Council of Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Aphisit Sailert

Aphisit Sailert is an associate at WISE. He currently focuses on advising clients on litigation and investigations related to Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Act and offers guidance on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment regulations, and general commercial issues. Before joining the Firm, Aphisit worked at an international law firm in Bangkok, where he provided professional legal services for both private and public companies. His work included business and commercial litigation, regulatory matters, legal due diligence and investigations, and general corporate advisory services. Aphisit holds an LLB from Thammasat University and is a member of the Lawyers Council of Thailand. · Litigation

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Atis Kantakamalakul

Atis is an Associate at the Firm, specializing in a wide range of corporate and M&A matters, as well as capital markets. Prior to joining the Firm, Atis practiced at a prominent law firm in Bangkok, where he advised clients on capital markets, securities, corporate governance, board advisory, and mergers and acquisitions. His sector expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including medical devices, construction, insurance, industrial products, environmental consulting, infrastructure, and real estate. In addition to his firm experience, Atis has held key in-house roles, serving as an HR Manager and Legal Consultant for a private company, and as a Company Secretary for a publicly listed company. This dual background in both external counsel and internal corporate management provides him with a highly practical, business-oriented perspective when advising clients. Atis holds an LL.M. in International Financial Law from King’s College London and earned his LL.B. with third-class honors from Assumption University. Additionally, he is a qualified Barrister-at-Law with the Thai Bar Association, further reinforcing his strong legal foundation. · Corporate / M&A

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Benjapa Ratanawaraporn

Benjapa Ratanawaraporn is an associate at WISE, supporting international and domestic clients across a range of legal areas, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, general commercial law, and company secretarial matters. Her experience includes conducting legal due diligence, preparing disclosure documents for asset acquisitions and disposals, arranging shareholders’ and board of directors’ meetings, as well as providing general corporate support. Benjapa holds an LLB from Thammasat University, Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Boonpiti Tabnoi

Boonpiti Tabnoi is an Associate at WISE, supporting multinational and domestic clients across a range of legal areas, including capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law. Her experience includes conducting legal research, handling company formation, registration, and share transfers, preparing disclosure documents for offerings and corporate transactions. Boonpiti holds an LL.B. from Chulalongkorn University, is recognized as a Barrister-at-Law by the Thai Bar Association and is a licensed lawyer in Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Chanakan Luksanasorn

Chanakan Luksanasorn is an associate of the Firm. She assists both multinational and domestic businesses with a wide range of corporate legal matters, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, capital markets, and general commercial issues under Thai law. Her expertise in these areas supports companies in developing and executing growth strategies. Before joining the Firm, Chanakan worked at two renowned law firms in Bangkok. There, she assisted clients with corporate services for both private and public companies, regulatory and licensing matters for foreign businesses, conversion of private companies to public companies, share transfers, legal due diligence, and general corporate advice. Chanakan holds an LLB from Thammasat University and is a member of the Lawyers Council of Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Chanattorn Thunyaluck

Chanattorn Thunyaluck is a partner of the Firm. She has extensive experience in tax and legal advisory, having practiced with leading international consulting firms as well as prominent law firms in Thailand. Her expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, domestic and cross-border tax and corporate restructuring, as well as advising high-net-worth individuals and family businesses on wealth management and succession planning. She is recognized for her ability to integrate practical tax solutions with strict legal compliance, ensuring sustainable outcomes that balance commercial objectives with effective risk management. Chanattorn has advised clients across diverse industries, including construction, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, technology, and healthcare. In 2025, she was recognized by ITR World Tax 2025 both as a Notable Practitioner and a Women in Tax Leader for General corporate tax in Thailand as well as by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a Recommended Lawyer for Tax in Thailand. Chanattorn holds an LLM from Bangkok University, an LLB from Prince of Songkla University, and is currently a Master of Management in Corporate Finance (M.M.) candidate at the College of Management, Mahidol University. · Tax

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Jedsada Vittayatigonnasak

Jedsada Vittayatigonnasak is an associate at WISE, assisting both international and domestic clients across a range of legal areas, including corporate, capital market, general commercial law, and company secretarial matters. His experience includes conducting legal due diligence, handling documents for share registration and share transfers, as well as conducting legal research. Jedsada holds an LLB from Thammasat University (International Program), Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Karinevidch Olivero

Karinevidch Olivero is a partner of the Firm. He has extensive experience assisting companies with corporate legal matters, M&A transactions, and complex capital markets and securities transactions. He has represented and advised clients on domestic and international equity and debt offerings under Thai securities laws, as well as Regulation S and Rule 144A, and private placements covering a wide variety of industries, such as banking and finance, media, retail, and real estate development. In addition, he advises on corporate governance, regulatory compliance relating to Thai securities laws, and general commercial matters. He is particularly experienced in advising listed companies on their domestic acquisitions and disposals of assets. Before joining WISE, Karinevidch was a senior associate at two top law firms in Thailand. Prior to these roles, he was an associate at two leading Thai law firms. In 2025, he was recognized by IFLR1000 Asia-Pacific as a Rising Star Partner for Capital Markets and M&A in Thailand. Karinevidch holds an LLM from the University of Cambridge and an LLB from Chulalongkorn University. · Corporate / M&A

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Napassorn Puapanniwat

Napassorn Puapanniwat is an associate at WISE. She provides supporti to multinational and domestic clients across a range of legal areas, including capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law. Her experience includes conducting legal due diligence; handling company formation, corporate registration, share transfers; preparing disclosure documents for listed companies, as well as conducting legal research. Napassorn holds an LLB from Chulalongkorn University. · Corporate / M&A

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Narat Aphiphunya

Narat Aphiphunya is an associate at WISE. He advises both multinational and domestic clients across key legal areas, such as capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law. His experience includes conducting legal due diligence, drafting and reviewing transaction documents, handling company formation and corporate registration, preparing disclosure documents for material transactions, related person transactions, and offerings of new shares and warrants, as well as conducting legal research. Narat holds an LLB from Chulalongkorn University. · Corporate / M&A

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Phatamol Phisitbuntoon

Phatamol Phisitbuntoon is a partner of the Firm. She has extensive experience in the areas of domestic and international capital markets, including securities offerings under Rule 144A and Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act. Phatamol also advises multinational and domestic companies on general corporate matters including governance and M&A transactions. Phatamol’s experience stretches across a wide range of industries, including energy, logistics, real estate, and food and beverages. Her business-oriented advice and assistance to corporate clients helps Thai companies expand their market position both at home and internationally. In 2025, she is recognized by IFLR1000 Asia-Pacific as a Rising Star Partner for Capital Markets and M&A in Thailand. Phatamol holds an LLM from University College London, an LLM in Oil and Gas Law from the University of Aberdeen, and an LLB from Chulalongkorn University. · Corporate / M&A

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Phonwiset Phonrattana-anan

Phonwiset Phonrattana-anan is an associate in the firm’s dispute resolution practice, with a focus on litigation and complex disputes. She has experience advising and representing clients across a range of contentious matters, including civil and commercial disputes, class actions, bankruptcy and business rehabilitation, and white-collar crime. Her practice is supported by a broader background in corporate and commercial matters, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and telecommunications, allowing her to provide commercially informed advice in dispute contexts. Prior to joining the firm, Phonwiset worked at two international law firms in Bangkok, where she advised both private and public companies across various industries. Phonwiset holds a Bachelor of Laws (Second-Class Honours) from Thammasat University, and is admitted to practice by the Lawyers Council of Thailand. She is also an Extraordinary Member of the Thai Bar Association. · Dispute Resolution

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Raqsabhumi Chotmanodham

Raqsabhumi is a tax lawyer specialising in taxation, as well as general corporate and commercial matters. He advises on a broad range of domestic and cross-border transactions, with particular experience in corporate income tax, value-added tax, personal income tax, transfer pricing, gift tax and inheritance tax. Prior to joining the firm, Raqsabhumi gained experience with several reputable organisations, including one of the Big 4 accounting firms in Thailand, where he was part of the Corporate and Commercial Team; a leading Bangkok law firm, where he was a member of the Tax Department; and a foreign e-commerce company, where he also served in the Tax Department. Raqsabhumi holds an LL.M. in Banking and Finance Law from the University of Bristol and an LL.B. with Second Class Honours from Chulalongkorn University, where he majored in Business Law and Taxation. He is admitted as a lawyer in Thailand and is accredited as a Notarial Services Attorney by the Lawyers Council of Thailand. He is also currently pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy, majoring in Accounting and Finance, at Ramkhamhaeng University. · Tax

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Sittiwate Jewsittiprapai

Sittiwate Jewsittiprapai is a partner of the Firm. With extensive experience both in private practice and in-house, Sittiwate offers clients acute legal insights and know-how, and provides businesses with practical commercial-minded advice. Sittiwate has represented clients in negotiations, business and commercial litigation, rehabilitation, labor disputes, white-collar crime cases, and alternative dispute resolution. He is a key contributor to the Firm, as one of his particular specialties is advising clients in relation to litigation and investigations in connection with Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Act. He also advises companies on corporate governance, regulatory compliance relating to Thai securities laws, employment regulations, and general commercial matters. Sittiwate advised clients as an associate at a number of leading law firms in Thailand, and led the legal department of a company listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand that invests in food and consumer businesses across Asia. He has particular experience in advising on corporate legal strategy, as well as in local litigation. Sittiwate holds an LLM in Commercial Law from University of Bristol and an LLB from Thammasat University, and is recognized as a barrister-at-law by the Thai Bar Association. · Litigation

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Teerachai Boonyaratgalin

Teerachai Boonyaratgalin is an associate of the Firm. He assists both multinational and domestic businesses with a wide range of corporate legal matters, including corporate & M&A, capital markets, digital assets, and fintech-related laws. Before joining the Firm, Teerachai worked at two law firms based in Bangkok, where he advised clients on complex M&A transactions involving both private and public companies and advised and assisted clients in applying for business licenses involving electronic payment services, digital asset businesses, and initial coin offerings (ICO) in Thailand. His experience also includes a variety of regulatory, licensing, and corporate matters, such as foreign direct investment, commercial contracts, and general corporate advice. Teerachai holds an LLB from Thammasat University (International Program), Thailand. · Corporate / M&A

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Teerasak Petchpaibool

Teerasak is a counsel of the firm, specializing in Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions, bringing over a decade of experience from leading international and top-tier Thai law firms. He possesses extensive expertise in advising on complex domestic and cross-border transactions, encompassing equity and debt offerings, and strategic M&A. An alumnus of the University of Edinburgh (LL.M.) and Chulalongkorn University (LL.B.), he leverages deep legal proficiency and strategic insight to deliver precise solutions for high-stakes business objectives. · Corporate / M&A

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Yaowarote Klinboon

Yaowarote Klinboon is the Executive Partner of the Firm and one of Thailand’s leading capital markets lawyers, with over 20 years of experience advising on complex domestic and cross-border transactions. Her practice focuses on equity and debt capital markets, public M&A, and high-stakes regulatory matters, with particular strength in transactions involving Thai and international capital markets. She advises Thai issuers across a broad range of sectors—including property development, out-of-home media, energy, construction, and healthcare—on initial public offerings, secondary offerings, and ongoing listed-company compliance. Her work for public companies routinely spans corporate governance, SEC and SET regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, tender offers, and strategic corporate restructurings. Yaowarote has extensive experience advising on international offerings under Rule 144A and Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act, as well as cross-border transactions subject to the regulatory frameworks of the Stock Exchange of Thailand and SGX-ST. She is regularly instructed by both domestic and international investors, underwriters, and listed companies on transaction structuring, execution strategy, and regulatory risk management. Highly regarded for her commercial judgment and deal strategy, Yaowarote is frequently retained by Thai listed companies to advise on strategic public and private acquisitions, debt and equity financing transactions, and complex corporate integrations. Clients consistently recognize her for delivering pragmatic, solution-driven advice in highly regulated environments. Yaowarote is consistently ranked by leading international legal directories, including IFLR1000 Asia Pacific and Chambers Asia-Pacific. She was recognized by IFLR1000 Asia-Pacific 2025 as a Highly Regarded Lawyer for Capital Markets : Equity and Debt, and M&A in Thailand, by asialaw as a Notable Practitioner in Capital Markets, and is ranked Band 4 for Capital Markets (Thailand) by Chambers Asia-Pacific in both the 2025 and 2026 editions. She holds an LL.B. from Chulalongkorn University and LL.M. degrees from Chulalongkorn University and the University of East Anglia. Prior to private practice, she worked at the Stock Exchange of Thailand and the Office of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Known for her direct, commercially focused approach, Yaowarote is a trusted adviser to many of Thailand’s leading corporates and a regular expert speaker at the Thai Institute of Directors. · Capital Markets