The world’s largest global law firm to combine with Pisut & Partners in Thailand
Connecting clients to leading talent in one of the most dynamic economies in ASEAN
March 18, 2025 – Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, is announcing today its intention to combine with Pisut & Partners, a leading law firm in Thailand. The combination reinforces Dentons’ commitment to delivering exceptional client service across ASEAN and beyond, positioned to connect clients to talent in the seven largest ASEAN economies, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam.
Pisut & Partners is a leading service provider in Thailand and is recognized in the areas of in Dispute Resolution, Corporate/M&A, Employment and Competition & Antitrust. The firm has 24 lawyers and is consistently highly ranked in awards and directories, such as Asian Legal Business and Asialaw.
The combination will strengthen the combined firm’s ability to serve both local and international clients by integrating Dentons’ global reach with Pisut & Partners’ local market knowledge and expertise and meet the growing demand for cross-border legal services in one of the region’s major economies
“The combination with Dentons marks an important milestone for our firm, allowing us to benefit from the strength of the world’s largest global law firm while staying firmly rooted in Thailand’s dynamic legal and business landscape,” said Pisut Rakwong, Managing Partner of Pisut & Partners. “Our clients will gain expanded access to international expertise and cross-border capabilities, all while continuing to receive the trusted, high-quality service they rely on in the Thai market.”
“Partnering with Pisut & Partners strengthens our position as the premier global law firm in ASEAN, connecting clients to the best legal talent in the region and worldwide,” said Kate Barton, Global CEO of Dentons. “With Thailand playing an increasingly significant role in the global economy, this combination ensures that our clients have the local insights and global reach they need to meet their business needs.”
Dentons’ unique polycentric approach allows each new combination firm to retain control of their operations, finances and leadership while gaining access to the global resources and talent. This model has been a key differentiator, enabling Dentons to expand while preserving the operational independence of its combination firms.
“Dentons is focused on finding firms that share our commitment to excellence and client-centricity,” said Gerald Singham, CEO of Dentons’ ASEAN Region. “Pisut & Partners is a highly respected firm in Thailand, and our combination will strengthen our ability to support clients navigating legal complexities in Thailand and beyond.”
In ASEAN, Dentons now has offices in:
Following approval by the partners, the combination with Pisut & Partners is expected to launch in the coming months.
Dentons has also announced its intention to combine with a leading law firm in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Griffiths & Partners.
ABOUT DENTONS
Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com
About Pisut & Partners
Pisut & Partners is a leading international law firm based in the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand. With extensive connections to international law firms across the region and around the globe, we offer a truly global perspective to our esteemed clients. https://pisutandpartners.com/