Team

Enabled by collective experience and knowledge of our team members, we are committed to deliver excellent legal services of international standard.

Sukhothai Inter Law | Your Thai Strategic Partner

Managing Partner

Sutham Siribunyawat

Sutham Siribunyawat

Khun Sutham has broad experience of providing legal advice and services in Thailand concerning commercial transactions, investments, real estate and dispute resolution matters for over 20 years.

Senior Partners

Dr. Herbert Kuess

Herbert Kuess

Phone: Tel: +66 (0) 2212 6866-7
Mobile: +43 (0) 664 627 2215


E-Mail: h.kuess@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Michael Detry

Michael Detry

Aalst, June 4th 1955
Belgian


Email: m.detry@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Of Counsel

Low Keng Hoong, Jeremy

Low Keng Hoong, Jeremy

A-30-7 Residensi PR1MA Kg
Paloh, Jalan Paloh, 30200
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Email: info@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

NIYOT MASAVISUT

14/221 Soi Chaengwattana 14,
Tung Song Hong, Laksi,
Bangkok 10210

E-mail : info@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Mr. Somboon Taepun

Mr. Somboon Taepun

Phone: 081-9317844
Email: soomboon.t@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Sutham Siribunyawat

Experience
Khun Sutham has broad experience of providing legal advice and services in
Thailand concerning commercial transactions, investments, real estate and dispute resolution
matters for over 20 years. Khun Sutham has particular expertise in the following areas of practice:

  • Domestic & International Tax Consultation
  • Real Estate Transactions ( incl: developers, financiers and contractors)
  • Construction related matters
  • Investment and shareholding related dispute matters involving foreign investors
  • SEC enforcement related matters

1981 Barrister of Law (LL.B) Ramkhamhaeng University
1982 Granted License to practice Law and became Life member of the Law Society of Thailand
1983 Barrister at Law, Thai Bar Association
1990 Diploma of Negotiation and Contract Drafting (Chulalongkorn University)
2003 Diploma of International Taxation (Thai Bar Association)
2003 Notary Public License (Thai Bar Association)
2008 Diploma (Taxation Planning)
1982 - 1985 Practiced Law as Litigation Lawyer (Kingdom of Thailand)
1985 - 1988 Studied English and Business Program (London, U.K.)
1989 - 1990 Employed by ICL International Law Firm, Bangkok
1990 present Founded Law Firm (SIL) and be partnership with an English businessman and a group of Thai Lawyers
2015-2018 Co-Founder and Member of Board of Directors of ARYU Hospital Health Care CO.,Ltd.,
Yangon, Myanmar, a Joint Venture between Gar Mone Pwint CO., Ltd, Myanmar, and stock listed
Thonburi Health Care Group Public CO. ,Ltd., Thailand

DETRY MICHEL

Aalst, June 4th 1955
Belgian
Email: m.detry@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Professional activities
02/04/2001 Tax Consultant (ITAA number: 50.205.075)

01/09/1985 Chartered Accountant (I.E.C. number: 805.2F.55)

1982 Chartered Accountant to the Courts

Decoration
“Lauréat du Travail”

Others mandates
1994 – 2002 Chartered Accountant as delegate to “Union des Classes Moyennes” (UCM)

1997 Chartered Accountant as delegate to
“Agence locale pour l’emploi (ALE) d’Auderghem”

1998 – 1999 CharteredAccountant as delegate to
“Comité de gestion du Fonds de Garantie de la Région Bruxelloise”

1998 – 2002 CharteredAccountant as delegate to
“Comité de gestion de la Chambre des Métiers et Négoces de Bruxelles et Brabant Wallon”

1999 CharteredAccountant as delegate to “Comité de gestion de Bruxelles Capitale”

2001 – 2009 CharteredAccountant as delegate to “Commission de Discipline à l’I.E.C.”

2010 - 2020 Chartered Accountant as delegate to “Commission de Stage à l’I.E.C”

Dr. Herbert KUESS
Moos 22 / 6091 Götzens

About Dr. Herbert Kuess
Dr. Herbert Kuess is an accomplished legal advisor and financial strategist with over 40 years of experience bridging legal, financial, and corporate advisory services. As a trusted counsel to multinational corporations and institutions, he specializes in structuring cross-border investments, navigating complex regulatory frameworks, and facilitating high-value transactions across Europe and Asia.

With a Doctorate in Law from Leopold-Franzens University in Innsbruck and a certification in management consultancy, Dr. Kuess combines legal acumen with a pragmatic approach to business and financial challenges. He has advised on legal and financial aspects of large-scale joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions, particularly in the healthcare, banking, and tourism sectors. His work frequently involves the development of bespoke legal strategies to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with international and local regulations.

Dr. Kuess’s deep expertise in the Thai and Myanmar market since 2013 has established him as a key advisor for companies seeking to navigate this dynamic and evolving jurisdiction. His advisory roles include acting as a legal consultant for corporate governance, investment structuring, and business expansion for leading companies in Austria, Germany, Thailand, and Myanmar.

A seasoned negotiator and strategic thinker, Dr. Kuess is widely recognized for his ability to bridge the gap between legal frameworks and commercial objectives, delivering results-driven solutions that enable his clients to achieve their strategic goals.

Phone: Tel: +66 (0) 2212 6866-7
Mobile: +43 (0) 664 627 2215
E-Mail: h.kuess@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Key Experiences:

  • Healthcare Sector: Co-founder and Board Member of ARYU Hospital Health Company
    Limited, Yangon, Myanmar, a joint venture between Myanmar's Gar Mone Pwint Co., Ltd., and Thailand's publicly listed Thonburi Health Care Group PLC. Provided strategic legal guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and cross-border collaboration (2015–
    2018).
  • Myanmar Market Specialist: Since 2013, Dr. Kuess has advised leading Myanmar
    companies, such as Aung Shwe Thee Limited. and Ayeyar Strength Company Limited,
    focusing on legal compliance, investment structuring, and risk mitigation in this emerging jurisdiction.
  • Banking and Financial Institutions: Former Head of Corporate Business at two Austrian banks, overseeing legal and financial structuring for corporate clients (1982–2002). Additionally, as Managing Director of projects+finance pf management Limited, Vienna, he provided legal advisory on investment structuring for multinational clients.
  • Tourism: Managing Director of Aqua Dome Tirol Therme Längenfeld, a premier thermal spa and resort in Austria. Legal advisory on corporate governance and compliance in the tourism and real estate sectors since 2014.
  • Financial Advisory: Long-term Financial Advisor for ECOCOM Group, Austria and Russia (2007–2017), providing legal counsel on international investments and regulatory compliance.
  • Advisory to Munich Airport International: Provided legal and strategic advisory on their project in Thailand, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient implementation of operational strategies. Delivered tailored solutions to address cross-border challenges in the aviation sector.
  • Austrian Sport Equipment Company : Representation in Thailand: Led legal and strategic advisory for HEAD Austria, a global leader in sporting goods, in their market entry and expansion into Thailand.
  • Real Estate: Oversaw legal advisory on over 500 real estate transactions, including high-value residential and commercial projects, with a total transaction value exceeding 1 billion THB. Provided strategic counsel on regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, due diligence, and investment structuring for individual and institutional clients.

Memberships and Roles

  • Senior Partner, Sukhothai Inter Law (since 2019).
  • Managing Director, projects+finance pf management Limited, Vienna, Austria (since
    2003). Former subsidiary of the largest international Austrian Banking Group, Raiffeisen.
  • Managing Director, Aqua Dome Tirol Therme Längenfeld, Tyrol, Austria (since 2014).
    A premier thermal spa and resort.
  • Head of Corporate Business, two Austrian banks (1982–2002).
  • Board Memberships: Numerous roles in banking, advisory, and tourism sectors since
    1990, including international positions.
  • Financial Advisor, ECOCOM Group, Austria and Russia (2007–2017).
  • Co-Founder and Member of the Board of Directors, ARYU Hospital Health Care Company Limited, Yangon, Myanmar (2015–2018).
  • Advisor, Aung Shwe Thee Limited Yangon, Myanmar (since 2013).
  • Advisor, Ayeyar Strength Company Limited, Yangon, Myanmar (since 2013).

Low Keng Hoong, Jeremy

A-30-7 Residensi PR1MA Kg
Paloh, Jalan Paloh, 30200
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Phone: +601165711996 Email: jerelow@yahoo.com

Distinct Skills

  • C-Level Leadership & Management
  • Business/Organization Planning
  • Market Feasibility Studies
  • Tertiary Education Pedagogies
  • Educational Leadership
  • Educational Accreditation
  • Start-ups
  • Mentoring

Experience

2019 – Present • CEO • KMC Medical Centre, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
2017 – 2019 • CEO • Welly Hospital, Weihai, Shandong, China
2016 – 2017 • Business Consultant • Thonburi Healthcare Grp, Bangkok, Thailand
2015 – 2016 • Marketing & BD Director • Penang Adventist Hospital, Penang, Malaysia
2012 – 2015 • Head & Lecturer, International Programs • Lingnan University, HKG
2009 – 2012 • Associate Professor • Lingnan College, Sun Yat-Sen University, China
2011 – 2012 • Int’l Accreditation • Lingnan College, Sun Yat-Sen University, China
2008 – 2009 • CEO • WJ International Hospital, Beijing, China
2006 – 2008 • Adjunct Business Professor • Bradford, Plymouth, Sunderland, Dublin
1996 – 2005 • Marketing & BD Director • Hong Kong Adventist Hospital, Hong Kong
1994 – 1996 • Assistant Professor • Southeast Asia Union College, Singapore
1986 – 1994 • Marketing Information Analyst • San Francisco Music Box Co., USA
1981 – 1983 • Mechanical Piping Draftsperson • Sime Darby Engineering, Malaysia
1978 – 1981 • Church Pastor • West Malaysia & Singapore Mission SDA Church, Malaysia

Education

Doctor of Business Administration (2010), University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
Master of Business Administration (1994), San Francisco State University, California, USA
Bachelor of Science (Information Science) (1986), Andrews University, Michigan, USA
Bachelor of Theology (1979), Southeast Asia Union College, Singapore

Career Highlights

KMC losing money since 1996, 2020 started making profits during COVID pandemic year
after more than 23 years & 2021 with revenue increased by 25% with profits.
- developed a retirement home facility (Ipoh); international healthcare wing at General
Hospital of Armed Police (Beijing); Adventist Oncology Centre (Penang); Adventist Eye
Centre (Hong Kong); & Adventist Dialysis Centre (Hong Kong)
- developed from an empty old hospital building to a new general hospital of 250 beds with
new facilities and equipment working closely with various government agencies for Welly
Hospital (China).
- performed market feasibility studies of Penang (2015), Ipoh (2015), Huzhou (2016), Beijing
(2008), Chengdu (2015), Weihai (2017), Xiamen (2003), Shanghai (1999), Hong Kong
(2000), these studies were used as supporting documents to develop or expand hospital or
elderly care facilities, new buildings, hospital strategies and healthcare investments.
- successfully led and assisted Lingnan (University) College in obtaining international
accreditations (EQUIS - European Quality Improvement System & AMBA - Association of
Master of Business Administration) in 2011
- taught master and bachelor business modules: Strategic Management, Branding,
Marketing Strategy, and International Business Strategy
- consultant for fund-raising agencies - Helping Hand, Hong Kong Adventist Hospital
Foundation, Penang Adventist Hospital, HK Diabetic Society.
- doctoral, master, and bachelor business students’ thesis supervisor, advisor, or examiner.

MR. NIYOT MASAVISUT
14/221 Soi Chaengwattana 14,
Tung Song Hong, Laksi,
Bangkok 10210

Mobile Phone : (081) 915-7518
E-mail : niyotm@outlook.com

 

PERSONAL DATA
Date of Birth : March 19, 1968
Marital Status : Married

EDUCATION
1996 : Master of Business Administration (International Business)
Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand

1991 : Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Washington University in St. Louis, USA

WORK EXPERIENCE
Okas Co., Ltd. (โอกาส
2023 – Present : Founder and Director
Provide financial services to Asset Management companies.

Thai Medical Glove Co., Ltd.
2021- 2022 (Dec) : Chief Financial Officer
Oversees all financing activities especially project financing and prospective investors.

Sukhumvit Asset Management Co., Ltd.
2019 (Feb) - 2020 (Dec) : President
Transform SAM to be a leading government AMC by developing a platform for NPL market and building capabilities of NPL acquisitions.
Enhance asset recovery and portfolio return.

2011 - 2019 : Senior Executive Vice President
Manage Non Performing Asset such as properties.
Develop and follow up on strategic implementation activities.
Focus on Risk management activities.
Enhance human resources capabilities.

2005 - 2011 : Executive Vice President
Manage Debt Restructuring activities for corporate SME and retail loans.
Develop branch networks.
Oversee outsourcers; namely ACAP and Tisco.

Central Credit Information Co., Ltd.
2003 - 2005 : Operations Director
Oversee IT, Compliance, Marketing and Accounting Departments.

Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Bank)
1996 – 2003 : Assistant Vice President
Responsible for credit facilities of investment projects especially in Greater Mekong Subregion.

AT &T Telecommunications Product (Thai) Co., Ltd.
1992 – 1994 : Engineer
1993 : Design mechanical parts for new telephone sets.

Siam Syntech Genysis Co., Ltd.
1991 – 1992 : Project Engineer
Manage and oversee subcontractors to install air-conditioning system and piping works for an office building project.

TRAINING
2017 * RE-CU CEO Premium in Modern Real Estate
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

2014 * Advanced Certificate Course in Public Administration and Law for Executives
King Prajadhipok’s Institute, Thailand

2010 * Advanced Senior Executive Program
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University and
Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration of Chulalongkorn University

2008 * Director Certificate Program
Thai Institution of Directors, Thailand

2006 * NIDA Executive Leadership Program
Wharton University of Pennsylvania, USA

Mr. Somboon Taepun
Phone: 081-9317844
Email: soomboon.t@sukhothaiinterlaw.com

Education:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
  • Barrister-at-Law, The Thai Bar Association

Professional Experience:
With over 43 years of distinguished legal practice, Mr. Somboon Taepun has served as a trusted legal advisor and advocate, representing clients in both the public and private sectors. His deep understanding of Thai law, combined with his practical and strategic approach, has allowed him to successfully resolve complex disputes and safeguard his clients’ interests.

Mr. Somboon’s expertise spans a broad spectrum of legal practice, including:

  • Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
  • Administrative court litigation
  • Contract drafting and negotiation
  • Advocacy in civil and criminal courts

Areas of Specialization:

  • Civil Cases: Disputes relating to contracts, property, tort, and family law.
  • Criminal Cases: Defense representation and litigation strategy.

Personal Statement:
Mr. Somboon is widely respected for his meticulous attention to detail, commitment to client success, and calm, decisive approach in even the most challenging cases. His longstanding career reflects not only his legal expertise but also his passion for upholding justice.