Thailand

Firm overview

About Us

Rouse was established in the UK in 1990, and is recognised as a global Intellectual Property leader operating as a closely integrated network with more than 600 people working out of 18 offices in 13 countries.

We focus exclusively on IP, from strategic consulting, patents and trade marks through to domain names, copyright, designs and geographical indications. And we’re experts in providing services for each stage of their life cycle.

We have a deep understanding of all jurisdictions around the world and a strong focus on more challenging markets such as Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Russia. Most importantly, we’re passionate about IP and enjoy working with clients who share that passion. We put clients at the heart of our business and build long standing relationships. From large multinationals that want our scale, quality and professionalism, to start ups that value our entrepreneurial spirit, the companies we work with come from a broad range of sectors with diverse business interests and needs.

The Rouse Difference

Rouse prides itself on its quality and professionalism, but we have also always dared to be different. We don’t believe that all firms should be the same. That’s why we’ll always challenge the traditional way of doing things if we think another way is better.

It also means we don’t just advise on the law - in many countries we help define and shape it. We have a practical, pragmatic and “unstuffy” approach, with teams of professionals who work closely together across functions and geographical borders in a non-hierarchical, creative and results-oriented environment.

Rouse people are full of energy and enthusiasm. We are passionate about IP, our business and our people, and we genuinely enjoy what we do. We believe that having fun provides a happier, more productive working environment.

The Rouse Network

“International reach, local expertise”

Whatever your needs, in whatever country, we have either an established Rouse office or a long standing relationship with a local firm.

All our offices have both local and international experts that have bilingual capability. Where we don’t have an office we have a relationship with a local firm that we believe offers the best service for our clients and is the best fit for the Rouse culture and and the best service for our clients. Working with Rouse internationally means you can have one point of contact as well as a team of people around the world supporting you in the necessary jurisdictions.

The Rouse Network consists of local subsidiaries of Rouse International Limited and closely aligned but independent firms which work seamlessly together on engagements. Which elements of work are done by which entity depends entirely on the country in which work is carried out, in compliance with relevant legal and regulatory provisions.

Firm overview

Domnern Somgiat & Boonma (DS&B) is a respected law firm specializing in intellectual property (IP) law that provides clients with both prosecution and enforcement services. The firm has an unmatched team of over 130 members, each with exceptional expertise in their respective fields, from award-winning lawyers holding leadership roles in local and international legal associations, to patent agents, litigators, scientists, and engineers. Client matters are analyzed from all relevant perspectives, and challenges are overcome at every stage of the IP process. Diverse industry expertise includes: fashion and luxury goods, Food & Beverage, computer software, technology and online platforms, financial services, automotive, electronics, construction, real estate, pharmaceuticals, and hospitality.

Founded in 1947, DS&B has more than 70 years' experience in delivering innovative services for IP protection. This is particularly important for the evolving digital environment - in Thailand and globally.

Trademark, Patent, Copyright Practices

Our Trademark team provides clients with advisory, clearance, search, filing, prosecution and renewal services. These specialists represent approximately one-third of the world's top brands, and manage opposition, cancellation, pre-litigation and litigation cases, with responsibility for maintaining trademark registrations after application approval. For Patents, our unique team includes attorneys, scientists and engineers. Attention to detail prior to submission is of primary importance, with team members understanding that success depends on detailed analysis of the how and why of word choices. DS&B is Thailand's leading firm for patent applications filed by foreign parties. Currently in Thailand, copyright protection occurs automatically as work is created, so DS&B advises on how owners manage diverse aspects of their work and commercialization.

Litigation

The firm's Litigation team is well-known for pioneering precedent-setting lawsuits. Services include: negotiations, mediations, lawsuits and arbitrations. These specialists are experienced in handling complex matters, particularly administrative contracts, multi-faceted financial transactions, consumer protection issues, and computer crimes.

Enforcement

Effective enforcement actions are critical for IP protection, and DS&B arranges police raids against manufacturers, distributors and retailers of counterfeit goods, as well as managing criminal and / or civil court cases. Successful actions are supported by strong relationships with Thailand's Economic Crime Division (ECD), and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). Customs seizures are another area of enforcement expertise.

DS&B has three guiding principles: Service Quality, Customer Care / Insightful Relationship Management, and Continuing Recognition for IP Expertise. Recent recognition includes: Band 1 IP Firm-Thailand, by Chambers & Partners Asia-Pacific 2023; Tier I Patents, Trademarks, Copyright Firm-Thailand, by Asia IP 2022; Outstanding IP Firm-Thailand, by asialaw 2022; Gold Ranked IP Firm-Thailand, by WTR 1000 2022; Trademark Contentious / Prosecution, by IP STARS 2021, and Thailand Copyright Law Firm of the Year, by Global Law Experts 2021.

DS&B's legal team is recognized for thinking outside the box - and for developing innovative, precedent-setting, and practical solutions. Every lawyer maintains high, international standards for expertise and reliability, in support of the firm's motto: Trusted Partner. True Protection. And, for all team members - there is an understanding that in the legal profession, nothing is more valuable than trustworthiness.