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Ananda Intellectual Property

Thailand

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Key contacts
Managing Partner: Franck FOUGERE
Quick facts
Partners

4

Other qualified practitioners

14

Total number of practitioners

18

Practitioners (worldwide)

18

Languages

English, Thai, French, German, Chinese

Network memberships

INTA, APAA, AIPPI, IPAT

Key practice areas
Intellectual property
Trade mark
Patent
Firm overview

Recognised as one of Thailand's leading intellectual property law firms, Ananda Intellectual Property is an award winning patent and trademark practice renowned for its expertise in intellectual property litigation, prosecution and strategic IP counselling.

The firm has been consistently recognised by the world's leading legal directories and publications, including:

- Legal 500 Asia Pacific – Ranked among Thailand's leading Intellectual Property firms since 2020, with continued recognition in the upper tiers of the market.
- Chambers Asia-Pacific – Ranked for Intellectual Property in Thailand, with Franck Fougere recognised as a leading practitioner.
- World Trademark Review (WTR 1000) – Gold-ranked firm for trademark prosecution and enforcement in Thailand.
- Asia IP – Recognised as a Tier 1 firm for Trademark Prosecution and Trademark Contentious work in Thailand.
- Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific – Winner of the 2019 IP Impact Case of the Year for one of Thailand's landmark patent litigation matters.
- Asia Business Law Journal – Recipient of the 2026 Thailand Law Firm Award for Intellectual Property Litigation.

The firm is led by Thai, American and European partners and supported by a team of highly qualified 
professionals combining deep local knowledge with extensive regional and international experience.

With a team of 18 patent attorneys, trademark attorneys and IP litigators, Ananda Intellectual Property provides comprehensive intellectual property services across the full lifecycle of innovation. The firm has extensive experience in the prosecution, protection and enforcement of patents, trademarks, industrial designs and copyrights in Thailand and through coordinated international filing strategies worldwide.

Beyond registration and prosecution, the firm's practice encompasses IP portfolio management, licensing and commercial agreements, IP investigations, enforcement and litigation, IP valuation, due diligence and strategic advisory services. This integrated approach enables clients to protect, commercialise and maximise the value of their intellectual property assets both in Thailand and across international markets.

Ananda Intellectual Property advises a diverse portfolio of domestic and multinational clients operating in sectors including automotive, electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, information technology, software, artificial intelligence, consumer goods, luxury brands, cosmetics, manufacturing and fashion.

The firm manages more than 13,000 intellectual property matters for clients ranging from innovative start-ups to Fortune 500 companies and is regularly entrusted with some of Thailand's most complex patent and trademark disputes.

Practice Areas & Sector Specialisations

Key practice areas: 

Copyright, Copyright & related rights, Intellectual property, Designs, Intellectual property (contentious), Intellectual property (prosecution), ITC litigation, IP transactions, Life sciences IP, Patent, Patent (contentious), PTAB litigation, Patent (prosecution), Trade mark, Trade mark (prosecution), Trade mark (contentious)

Sector expertise: 

Artificial intelligence, Biotechnology, Computer technology & services, Consumer goods and services, Fashion & luxury goods, Electronics, FMCG, Food and beverage, Healthcare, Hospitality & leisure, Life sciences, Pharmaceutical, ICT & software, Professional services, Real estate, Tourism

Address:
16th Floor, Unit A1, Bubhajit Building , No. 20 North Sathorn Road
Silom, Bangrak Bangkok, 10500
Tel:+6622359539 Email:Contact Us Web Address:https://www.ananda-ip.com
2026 Edition
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Testimonials

2026

“Ananda's prosecution team is highly skilled and very efficient. They are very thorough.”

“As an IP firm, we particularly value Ananda Intellectual Property’s ability to provide actionable strategic advice rather than just legal citations. Their advisory team possesses a deep understanding of the commercial landscape in Thailand which is crucial for our clients' market entry strategies.”

“I appreciate Ananda Intellectual Property’s IP litigation team for its clear strategy, responsiveness, and practical, business-focused advice. They take the time to understand our commercial objectives and translate them into effective legal strategies. Communication is always timely and transparent, which gives us confidence and clarity throughout the dispute process.”

“I like that the IP filing/prosecution and administration team is efficient, detail-oriented, and keeps me well informed at every stage. Deadlines are carefully monitored, and documents are prepared with great accuracy, which reduces our risk of errors or omissions. Their structured processes and regular status updates make managing our portfolio smooth and worry-free.”

“I value the IP advisory team’s deep expertise and their ability to provide clear, tailored guidance that supports my commercial decisions. They are able to explain complex IP issues in a straightforward way, helping us see both legal risks and business opportunities. Their advice is practical and forward-looking, which helps us plan long-term IP strategies with confidence.”

“The IP litigation team at Ananda is exceptional in their precision and dedication. We have collaborated with them on complex trademark matters in Thailand and were particularly impressed by their technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail.”

“The team at Ananda Intellectual Property demonstrates a perfect blend of technical expertise and administrative efficiency. Their proficiency in handling complex Office Actions and their meticulous attention to detail in trademark prosecution make them an invaluable partner for our firm in the Southeast Asian region.”

“Their IP advisory service is reliable and insightful, supported by a knowledgeable and responsive team.”

“Their IP litigation service is professional, efficient, and of consistently high quality.”    

“Their team is responsive, highly skilled in advocacy, and consistently delivers results that protect our clients' interests.”

“They are very sophisticated in their approach, yet their advice is very clear.”

“They have extensive knowledge about trademark practice in Thailand and are very responsive.”

“They know how to balance great output/technical know-how with people skills which lets them manage clients and opponents alike fairly well.”

“They provide a high-quality trademark filing and prosecution service with clear communication and effective case handling.”

 

Franck Fougere

“Franck is great at communicating and making difficult cases seem straightforward with his clear advice and efficient service.”

“Excellent at combining deep IP expertise with very clear, practical advice. He listens carefully, quickly understands our business priorities, and proposes strategies that are both legally sound and commercially sensible. He is also very responsive and proactive in communication, which makes working with him efficient and reassuring.”

Kritchakorn Nimwenai

“He demonstrates strong expertise and professionalism in handling IP work.”

“He is very personable and has great technical knowledge. Combining these, he's able to assure clients that their problems and needs are being addressed with the utmost care and highest quality.”

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