Three Services, Each at a Stage That Makes Sense
Sirimongkol handles commercial disputes at the stage they reach us — whether that is early assessment, mediation, or full trial representation. Each service is scoped and priced clearly.
← Back to HomeHow We Approach Each Matter
Every matter at Sirimongkol begins with a review of the documents and the position — not with a commitment to litigation. That distinction matters. A company that understands what the evidence supports, and what it does not, makes better decisions about how to proceed.
The approach is consistent across all three services: read carefully, assess candidly, communicate clearly, and prepare the work product to the standard the courts or arbitral bodies require. Settlement is kept in view throughout, not raised only when a case becomes difficult.
The team is small by design. The partner responsible for the matter remains involved through to close. Instructions are not passed down a chain where context gets lost at each handover.
Read and assess first
No advice is issued before the key documents have been reviewed. Assessment comes before strategy.
Prepare written work products
Memoranda, pleadings, and position papers are prepared and reviewed in writing. Verbal advice is always followed up in documentary form.
Keep settlement in view
A negotiated outcome is assessed as a live option at each stage, not only when litigation becomes difficult.
Commercial Dispute Trial Representation
Considered representation in commercial disputes before the Civil Court and the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court — including breach of contract, debt collection, agency disputes, and minority shareholder matters. We assess the merits early, communicate openly about likely timeframes and cost trajectories, and prepare witnesses with the patience trial work asks for. Suited to companies that would rather understand a matter clearly than pursue it loudly.
What is included
- Initial merit assessment and documentary review
- Pleadings drafting and two-counsel review
- Witness preparation and examination strategy
- Court attendance and procedural management
- Ongoing client reporting at each procedural stage
Process steps
- 01Document intake and merit assessment
- 02Engagement letter and fee confirmation
- 03Pleadings drafted, reviewed, and filed
- 04Witness preparation ahead of hearing
- 05Hearing attendance and post-judgment steps
Best suited for
- Breach of contract claims with documentary evidence
- Debt recovery from commercial counterparties
- Agency and distribution agreement disputes
- Minority shareholder protection actions
Best suited for
- Disputes where the ongoing relationship has value
- Court-referred mediation under civil procedure
- TAI arbitration or private mediation forums
- Matters where cost of full litigation exceeds the sum disputed
Mediation & Settlement Counsel
Patient representation in mediation — whether court-annexed, conducted under the Thai Arbitration Institute, or arranged privately between parties. We prepare the position paper, attend the sessions with you, and remain mindful that the most useful settlement is often one that allows both parties to return to their businesses with the matter behind them. Useful for disputes where continuation in court would tax the relationship beyond its value.
What is included
- Position paper preparation and review
- Certified mediator attendance at sessions
- Settlement range and parameters advisory
- Settlement agreement review and signing support
Process steps
- 01Position review and parameter setting
- 02Position paper prepared and approved
- 03Mediation session attendance with counsel
- 04Settlement terms negotiated and reviewed
- 05Agreement signed or next step advised
Pre-Suit Demand & Strategic Memorandum
A focused written memorandum on a contemplated dispute — assessing the likely strength of the position on liability, the calmer alternatives to immediate litigation, and the documentary work that would benefit from completion before any complaint is filed. Often the most useful step a board can commission before deciding whether to proceed.
What is included
- Written liability position assessment
- Documentary readiness checklist
- Calmer alternatives to litigation outlined
- Board-ready format suitable for internal review
- Follow-on engagement credit toward Trial or Mediation services
Process steps
- 01Core documents submitted and reviewed
- 02Initial consultation — context and timeline established
- 03Memorandum drafted and reviewed by second counsel
- 04Memorandum delivered with verbal walkthrough
- 05Next step agreed (proceed, standby, or close)
Best suited for
- Boards reviewing a dispute before authorising legal spend
- In-house counsel assessing a matter with limited internal resource
- CFOs weighing the cost of litigation against likely recovery
- Businesses considering a demand letter before filing
Which service fits your situation
Use this table as a starting point — a consultation will clarify the right path for your specific matter.
| Your Situation | Pre-Suit Memo | Mediation | Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Still deciding whether to proceed | ✓ | — | — |
| Both parties willing to negotiate | — | ✓ | — |
| Other side is not engaging | — | — | ✓ |
| Need a clear assessment before a board decision | ✓ | — | — |
| Court-referred mediation scheduled | — | ✓ | — |
| Complaint already filed, need trial counsel | — | — | ✓ |
| Documentary gaps need to be identified | ✓ | ✓ | — |
Clear Pricing for Each Service
Professional fees below. Court disbursements and third-party costs are stated separately before any work begins.
- Written liability assessment
- Documentary readiness checklist
- Alternatives to litigation outlined
- Board-ready format
- Position paper preparation
- Certified mediator attendance
- Settlement range advisory
- Agreement review and support
- Merit assessment included
- Pleadings and witness prep
- Court attendance
- Ongoing case reporting
Court filing fees, official translation costs, and witness attendance expenses are quoted separately and in advance.
Protocols Applied Across All Services
Client Confidentiality
All information is held under attorney-client privilege. File access is restricted to the engagement team and reviewed on a needs basis.
Written Engagement Before Work
No work begins without a signed engagement letter confirming scope, fee, and any known limitations of the service.
Two-Counsel Review
All written deliverables — memoranda, pleadings, position papers — are reviewed by a second qualified lawyer before delivery.
Thai Bar Compliance
All lawyers are registered members of the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Regulatory requirements are maintained without exception.
Deadline Monitoring
Court and arbitral deadlines are logged at file opening and monitored weekly. Statutory time limits carry additional oversight.
Regular Client Reporting
Written updates issued at each material procedural stage. The client always knows where the matter stands and what the next step involves.
Not sure which service applies? Start with a consultation.
Describe the matter briefly and we will identify the appropriate service. There is no commitment involved in the first meeting, and no cost for the initial assessment session.
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