Japan Advisory Group

Baker McKenzie is a global law firm with over 70 offices in more than 40 countries, supported by a team of over 6,000 lawyers and professionals worldwide.

In Thailand, our Bangkok office was established in 1977 and have grown into the country’s largest legal team, with approximately 240 lawyers and specialists. We provide comprehensive services across a wide range of practice areas, including Corporate law, M&A, Labour and Employment, Corporate Restructuring/ Reorganization, Trade and Customs, Intellectual Property, and Dispute Resolution.

We provide a wide range of legal services to Japanese companies operating in Thailand and across the Asia-Pacific region. We address diverse challenges in corporate activities, including new investments, business expansion, regulatory compliance, tax issues, and Dispute Resolution. By deeply understanding your needs, we deliver practical and tailored advice with meticulous attention to detail.

Our strength

Comprehensive Legal Services: Corporate law, M&A, Labour and Employment, Intellectual Property, Dispute and Resolution, and more.
Collaboration with Baker McKenzie offices worldwide to provide solutions from a global perspective.
Addressing emerging challenges such as ESG and digital transformation (DX), delivering advice tailored to changing environments and evolving business needs.

Specialized support for Japanese enterprises

Multilingual Support: We provide our services in Japanese, Thai, and English, ensuring smooth communication and a deep understanding of corporate culture.
Our team combines extensive knowledge of Thai law with proven experience to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions for your business needs.

Industries we serve

Manufacturing
Automobiles & Automotive Parts
Logistics
Healthcare & Life Sciences
IT Telecommunications & Digital Services
Banking, Finance & Securities
Real Estate
Consumer Goods & Retail ... and more

Newsletters

New investment promotions for the modification of software, digital platforms, or digital content
Focusing on the privileges granted to businesses relocating their integrated operations (i.e., manufacturing facilities and regional headquarters/R&D centers) to Thailand.
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EV investment promotion remains key focus of the BOI
To support the government's priorities of increasing competitiveness in the automotive industry, complying with the national sustainability commitment, and promoting Thailand as the regional electric vehicle (EV) hub, the Thailand's Board of Investment has introduced measures over the past few years to attract investment in EV-related businesses.
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Two-year extension of excise tax rate reduction for eco-cars
The Ministerial Regulation Prescribing the Excise Tariff Rate (No. 37), B.E. 2566 (2023) was published in the Government Gazette to extend the reduced excise tax rate for eco-cars from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2025.
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