Venture Capital
Venture capital is playing an increasingly vital role in the development and growth of industries in Asia, and SYNDICATE is involved at every step of the way as advisors of choice to founders, angel investor syndicates and venture capital groups. We represent start-up companies seeking venture capital funding and introduce our venture capital contacts to the companies we represent. SYNDICATE comprehensively endeavors to help both start-up companies seeking funding and venture capital funds seeking profitable new investments.
We have experienced lawyers focused on representing start-up companies seeking venture capital financing and deep knowledge negotiating the transactions, and work closely with founders as their trusted advisors to assist them in navigating the legal and business pitfalls faced by start-ups in Asia. We are also actively involved in advising venture capital funds on the legal matters surrounding the formation and management of venture investment vehicles in Asia.
Energy & Natural Resources
In our Energy & Natural Resources practice we work with key industry players, including power producers, exploration and production companies, service providers, refineries, transportation and storage companies, and regulators, providing a full range of associated legal services.
We have considerable experience advising clients on the construction, sale, and acquisition of power generation facilities and the procurement and disposal of mining, exploration and drilling rights, negotiating farm-in/out transactions and joint operating agreements, and advising on regulatory compliance.
Media
SYNDICATE has considerable experience in the media industries, offering expert commercial and legal advice on production in Asia by new and established clients in the international film, television, gaming, and music industries. We advise clients ranging from small film production companies to global television and film distribution companies, on issues ranging from straight forward copyright clearance issues to funding and film development deals. Our experience ranges from advising clients at the very start of the film production process through to post-production processes.
E-commerce & Info Technology
The E-commerce & Info Technology practice of SYNDICATE works with online goods and services suppliers and telecommunications companies to provide a range of IT-related legal services including assisting clients to draft and negotiate commercial IT arrangements. We also assist clients with various matters including software licensing, hosting and support services, systems development, integration and applications development as well as outsourcing arrangements. We are seen as adding value to our clients business due to our ability to understand the particular challenges facing those involved in the technology sector. The benefit of our comprehensive service is that clients can ensure the risk or value drivers associated with technology are catered.
Hotels & Resorts
The Hotels & Resorts practice at SYNDICATE focuses on assisting owners, operators and developers to build, finance, develop and manage their leisure property portfolios. Whether that property comprises of hotels or condominiums or is a mixed-use development, we
advise on issues that can arise during the acquisition, financing, construction, management, operation and disposal stages. We are confident that clients will benefit from our knowledge of the hotels and resorts business and how the relevant laws apply to a specific project or transaction.
Transportation & Logistics
The Hotels & Resorts practice at SYNDICATE focuses on assisting owners, operators and developers to build, finance, develop and manage their leisure property portfolios. Whether that property comprises of hotels or condominiums or is a mixed-use development, we advise on issues that can arise during the acquisition, financing, construction, management, operation and disposal stages. We are confident that clients will benefit from our knowledge of the hotels and resorts business and how the relevant laws apply to a specific project or transaction.
Manufacturing
The Manufacturing practice is an active area for us and reflects Thailand’s vibrant manufacturing sector. Whether the client requires advice on foreign business laws or assistance negotiating terms with construction firms, dealing with industrial park developers,applying for Board of Investment (BOI) promotions, putting in place work rules, entering into supply and distribution arrangements, recovering bad debts or handling labor disputes, we can help. Our ability to offer advice on all these areas give clients peace of mind knowing that every aspect of their manufacturing operation is addressed so that focus can be devoted to ensuring production runs smoothly.
Insurance
The Manufacturing practice is an active area for us and reflects Thailand’s vibrant manufacturing sector. Whether the client requires advice on foreign business laws or assistance negotiating terms with construction firms, dealing with industrial park developers,applying for Board of Investment (BOI) promotions, putting in place work rules, entering into supply and distribution arrangements, recovering bad debts or handling labor disputes, we can help. Our ability to offer advice on all these areas give clients peace of mind knowing that every aspect of their manufacturing operation is addressed so that focus can be devoted to ensuring production runs smoothly.
