Kudun & Partners

History and Founding

Kudun & Partners was founded in 2015 by Kudun Sukhumananda and three other partners who shared a vision of practicing law with “dynamism and creativity.” From the outset, the firm positioned itself as a business-minded legal advisor rather than a traditional, process-driven counsel. This ethos has driven rapid organic growth and attracted top talent from international law firms. The firm's modern approach quickly earned it recognition as a challenger to Thailand's legacy law firms.

Business Model

Kudun & Partners operates as a partnership without a traditional corporate C-suite. Leadership is vested in the Managing Partner (Kudun Sukhumananda) and a team of practice heads. The firm has no external funding and remains entirely independent. Revenue is generated through billable hours and fixed-fee engagements across its broad suite of legal services. The firm’s commercially minded, solution-oriented approach is a key differentiator, positioning it as a strategic partner rather than just a legal advisor.

Practice Areas and Strengths

The firm's core strengths lie in Corporate & M&A, Capital Markets, and Dispute Resolution. Its Corporate & M&A practice, co-headed by Kom Vachiravarakarn, handles complex cross-border transactions, joint ventures, and takeovers. The Capital Markets team advises on IPOs, equity and debt offerings, and REITs. The Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice, led by Somboon Sangrungjang, covers domestic and international arbitration, insolvency, and commercial litigation. Kudun & Partners has also invested heavily in high-growth areas: in July 2026, it hired Nopparat Lalitkomon as Head of Technology, Data & Innovation and launched an Antitrust & Trade Competition Practice led by Piyapat Tubin, a former senior official from Thailand’s Office of Trade Competition Commission. The firm also offers dedicated China, Japan, and Vietnam practices, reflecting its regional focus.

Client Base and Recognition

The firm acts for government entities, financial institutions, private equity funds, and leading Thai and international corporations. It has been recognised as Thailand Law Firm of the Year by The Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards twice, and its lawyers are consistently ranked in Chambers Asia-Pacific and IFLR1000. The firm's client base includes both local and multinational companies seeking commercially aware advice in Thailand and across Southeast Asia.

Recent Developments

In 2024, Kudun & Partners joined First Law International, a global network of independent law firms, enhancing its cross-border reach. In 2025, it promoted two new partners, bringing the total partner count to 11 at the time (subsequent sources now list 16 partners). In 2026, the firm strengthened its Technology, Data & Innovation practice and launched an Antitrust & Competition practice, signalling a strategic focus on emerging regulatory and digital areas. The firm also continues to expand its International Practice, led by Troy Schooneman.

Overall Assessment

Kudun & Partners has established itself as a dynamic, commercially focused alternative to legacy Thai law firms. Its rapid rise, strong sector rankings, and strategic hires indicate a firm well positioned for continued growth in Thailand and across Southeast Asia. While it does not have a specific iGaming practice, its Technology, Data & Innovation practice covers online gaming and digital content advisory, providing relevance to the sector.