Top 10 Trademark Firms in Thailand 2024, by Trademark Lawyer Magazine
ILAWASIA is honored to be ranked among the top 10 most well-respected law firms as one of the “Top 10 Trademark Firms in Thailand 2024.” This recognition was researched by CTC Legal Media and published in Trademark Lawyer Magazine, Issue 3 (2024), page 30.
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Asia Super 50 Disputes Lawyers 2024
ILAWASIA Co., Ltd. and AECCI Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Legal Services for Exporters and Importers
Bangkok, Thailand – [2024, 16 July] – ILAWASIA Co., Ltd. is thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership with AECCI (Asian Exporters’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry), marking a significant milestone in our journey to provide specialized legal services to exporters and importers. This collaboration, led by our esteemed Managing Partner, Mr. Somphob Rodboon, is designed to extend our business reach and enhance our service offerings.
The strategic partnership with AECCI enables ILAWASIA Co., Ltd. to leverage combined expertise and deliver comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of traders. Our joint efforts will focus on providing high-quality legal services in various domains, including corporate and commercial law, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.
“We are excited about this partnership as it represents a significant step towards strengthening our market presence and enhancing the value we provide to our clients,” said Mr. Somphob Rodboon. “Together with AECCI, we are committed to offering exceptional legal support to help businesses navigate the complexities of international trade.”
This collaboration underscores ILAWASIA Co., Ltd.’s dedication to fostering growth and delivering unparalleled legal services to the global trading community. We look forward to a fruitful partnership with AECCI and the positive impact it will bring to our clients.
About ILAWASIA Co., Ltd.:
ILAWASIA Co., Ltd. is a leading law firm based in Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in business and international law. With a strong focus on corporate and commercial law, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution, we provide tailored legal solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
About AECCI:
AECCI is a premier business organization dedicated to supporting exporters and importers with a range of services aimed at facilitating international trade. Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to excellence, AECCI helps businesses thrive in the global marketplace.
Contact Information:
For media inquiries, please contact: info@ilawasia.com
For more information about ILAWASIA Co., Ltd., please visit https://ilawasia.com/
For more information about AECCI, please visit https://www.aecci.org.in/collaboration-Thailand/
Three ILAWASIA Partners Recognized in WIPR Leaders 2024.
Somphob Rodboon, Managing Partner, ILAWASIA ; and Pollawat Suppattarasaet, Dr., IP Partner and Patent Agent, ILAWASIA; and Vicheka Lay, Partner, ILAW Cambodia Law Office.
WIPR Leaders is a one-stop guide to the leading IP practitioners in the world. The handbook lists over 2000 lawyers across patent, trademark, and copyright practices.
Following an extensive nomination period, the research team vetted the nominated lawyers for suitability by exploring their work by looking at practice history, industry expertise and notable cases, as well as additional activities, which have allowed the lawyers to shape and influence other and future IP practitioners.
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ILAWASIA is one exhibitor at Thailand Franchise Show 2024.
ILAWASIA is one exhibitor at Thailand Franchise Show 2024.
ILAWASIA is excited to exhibit at the Thailand Franchise Show 2024 from July 11-14 at BITEC Bangna, EH104 Hall.
This prestigious event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders, network with fellow professionals, and explore the latest trends in the franchise sector. We look forward to showcasing our services and expertise to help businesses thrive and expand. Visit our booth U17 to learn more about how ILAWASIA can support your franchise journey.
Join our Partner, Tanadee Pantumkomon, and Rachit Chairat, CEO of CNG Group & Accrevo, for an insightful session on ‘Get Ready To Joint Venture and Business Acquisition’ this Saturday, July 12th, from 4 PM onward.
Join our IP Partner, Pollawat Suppattarasaet, as the lead host for a panel discussion on the topic “การสร้างแบรนด์ไทย ปังไกลถึงต่างชาติ : Building a Thai Brand to Go Global.”
The event will feature distinguished speakers: Assistant Professor Paphakorn Pittayachaval, Ph.D., Chief of the Regional Science Park, North East 2, and Thanapong Vongchinsri, creator of the Torpenguin Facebook page and author of the book “Feasibility Study.”
The discussion will take place this Saturday, July 13th, from 5 PM onward at the Thailand Franchise Show 2024, BITEC Bangna, EH104 Hall.
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MOU Ceremony, made by Dr. Pollawat
On July 8, 2024, Dr. Pollawat Suppattarasaet, an IP Partner at ILAWASIA and President of the Legal Development and Assistance for SMEs Committee of the Federation of Thai SMEs, attended the signing ceremony of a cooperation agreement (MOU) with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thanaphat Patchim, Dean of the Suan Dusit School of Law and Politics. The agreement focuses on organizing curriculum in dispute mediation and other areas of law.
Seminar on "Guidelines for Intellectual Property Protection for New Technology"
On June 26, 2024, Pollawat Suppattarasaet, an IP Partner, attended the Seminars and Exhibitions on the Commercialization of Intellectual Property Works at Burapha University.
Pollawat served as a speaker on the topic “Patent Procedures and IP Protection Guidelines for Modern Technology.”
Our IP Partner attended at Department of Special Investigation (DSI)
On 25th June 2024, Pollawat Suppattarasaet, IP Partner at ILAWASIA; and acting as President of Legal Development and Assistance for SMEs Committee, The Federation Thai SMEs, met with the Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation to seek legal cooperation on combating counterfeits.
Public training course on “Labor Compliance Obligations under Cambodian Labor Law”.
On 21st June 2024, Ms. Makara Um, Associate at ILAW Cambodia Law Office (ILAW Cambodia), attended a public training course on “Labor Compliance Obligations under Cambodian Labor Law”. This course has equipped her with knowledge about corporation’s obligations under labor law. Potential repercussions of non-compliance, how to identify any areas of non-compliance and how to effectively implement measures for ensuring organization’s compliance with labor law were also trained. Ms. Makara was granted with the Certificate of Achievement for attending this training course.
People are the most important asset of ILAW Cambodia. ILAW Cambodia has its concrete strategy and program to keep strengthening skills and expanding new skills to its staff, so that we can keep serving the best interests to our clients, partners and the communities as a whole.
ILAW Cambodia has Labor and Employment Department that serves on all aspects of labor-related services in Cambodia. Please contact us for any labor-related services you need in Cambodia.
Myanmar’s Patent Law 2019 came into Force on 31st May 2024
Myanmar’s Patent Law 2019 came into Force on 31st May 2024
On 1st June 2024, the State Administration Council (SAC) issued the notification no. 106/2024, setting the effective date for Myanmar’s Patent Law 2019, enacted as Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Law No. 7, 2019, in accordance with Section 1, Sub-section (b). This announcement marks a significant advancement in the comprehensive implementation of statutory patent protection in Myanmar.
The Ministry of Commerce issued the Patent Rules with the notification no. 43/2024 on 4th June 2024 in accordance with the Patent Law. These Rules outline the procedures and requirements for registering patent and utility model rights in Myanmar. The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) will soon issue notifications regarding the acceptance date, prescribed official application forms; official fees; annual fees and other necessary forms for patent and utility model registration and prosecution in Myanmar.
Registrability Criteria
Under the Patent Law enacted in 2019, inventions eligible for registration must meet the following criteria:
- Novelty: Not have been publicly disclosed before the filing date or claimed priority date.
- Inventive Step: Involve an inventive step.
- Industrial Applicability: Be capable of industrial application.
Ineligible inventions for registration in Myanmar:
The following types of inventions are ineligible for registration in Myanmar:
- Discoveries, scientific theories, and mathematical methods
- Schemes, rules, and methods for doing business, purely mental acts, or playing games
- Computer programs
- Essentially biological processes for producing plants and animals, except man-made living micro-organisms and their processes
- Plant or animal varieties
- Methods for treating the human or animal body and diagnostic techniques
- Inventions related to known substances or naturally occurring objects, including their new uses and features
- Inventions that contravene the morals, peace, and tranquility of Myanmar
Patent Application must be in Myanmar or English with the proof of fee payment. Documents not Myanmar or English must be translated into one of these languages.
If the registrar approves the registration of Patent, the registration fee shall be paid within 60 days from the receiving the notice. Failure to pay the fee within 60 days will result in the application being deemed abandoned.
Applicants wishing to claim priority rights can do so within one year from filing an application with any member country of the World Trade Organization (WTO) or any member state of the Paris Convention. Myanmar has not yet ratified the Paris Convention or the Patent Cooperation Treaty, so international protection for inventions under these agreements cannot currently be sought. However, the Patent Law includes provisions regarding these agreements, which will come into effect upon completion of the ratification process.
Substantive examination requests must be submitted within 36 months from the filing date of their application. If the Patent Office issues office action, the responses to that office action must be filed within 60 days.
Any person dissatisfied with the IPD’s decision may file an appeal with the IP Agency established under the Patent Law. Further appeals against the IP Agency’s decision can be made to the Intellectual Property Rights Court within 90 days of receiving notice of the decision.
The term of the patent is 20 years from the filing date of the patent application, and for utility models, it is 10 years from the filing date of the application. Annual fees must be paid.
Given the imminent implementation of the Patent Law, intellectual property owners are advised to review their IP portfolios and prepare to file patent applications when the patent system is fully operational to protect their rights and interests in Myanmar. We will monitor these developments closely and provide updates as further notifications are issued.
For more information or inquiries about IP protection in Myanmar, please contact us at ip@ilawasia.com.
