Private Legal Counsel for Foreign Nationals and Thai-Foreign Families
Direct advice from a Thai barrister. Clear, plain English. Confidential and by appointment.
Thai Barrister-at-Law · Lawyers Council of Thailand License No. 3356/2563
Who we help
Foreigners married to Thai nationals
Family, property and inheritance questions that come with a Thai-foreign marriage.
Foreign heirs
Family members abroad who need to deal with a loved one’s bank accounts, property or vehicles in Thailand.
Foreign business owners
Owners and directors of companies in Samut Sakhon, Bangkok and nearby provinces.
Our services
Estate & Inheritance
Court petitions to appoint an estate administrator, so banks, land offices and other agencies can release or transfer the deceased’s assets.
Wills
Thai wills for assets in Thailand, written to reduce disputes between heirs later.
Family
Divorce, prenuptial agreements and child legitimation (registering a child as the father’s legitimate child).
Business
Contract review and drafting in Thai or English, demand letters for unpaid invoices, company matters, and restoring a struck-off company to the register.
Criminal Matters
Advice and representation if you receive a police summons, are arrested or charged, or are the victim of fraud, embezzlement or another offence. The lawyer can attend police questioning with you and help with bail requests.
How we work
Tell us briefly
Send a short summary by LINE or email. Documents can follow later.
Meet the lawyer
Online or in person, by appointment.
Written proposal first
You receive the scope of work and fees in writing before anything starts.
We handle the Thai process
Court filings are in Thai. We explain each step and keep you updated in English.
Why clients choose us
The lawyer handles your matter
You deal directly with a Thai barrister, not an assistant.
Straightforward advice
We tell you plainly whether a case is worth pursuing.
Clear about the Thai system
We explain who does what, what documents are needed and roughly how long it takes.
Confidential
Your personal and family information stays private.
Frequently asked questions
My Thai spouse passed away. What should I do first?
Keep the death certificate and the deceased’s house registration, ID card and asset documents. Banks and land offices usually require a court order appointing an estate administrator before they release or transfer assets. We prepare and file this petition with the Thai court.
A foreign family member died abroad but had assets in Thailand. Which court handles it?
If the deceased had no domicile in Thailand, the petition is filed with the court where the assets in Thailand are located. Documents from abroad usually need to be translated and certified.
Can a foreigner inherit land in Thailand?
Only in limited cases. Under the Thai Land Code (Section 93), a foreigner who inherits as a statutory heir, such as a child or a legally registered spouse, may receive land with permission from the Minister of Interior, and only up to the limits in Section 87 (for example, up to 1 rai for residential use per family). A foreigner who inherits only under a will, and is not a statutory heir, cannot apply under this rule. Land that cannot be kept must be sold within the period set by the Director-General of the Land Department, not less than 180 days and not more than 1 year (Section 94), and the heir receives the proceeds. Every case is different, so please speak with us before taking any step.
Do I need to be in Thailand for the court case?
Some steps, such as giving testimony at the court hearing, may require the applicant to attend. We will tell you in advance which steps need you in person.
Can we make a prenuptial agreement in Thailand?
Yes, but the formalities are strict. Under Section 1466 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code, a prenuptial agreement is void unless it is recorded in the marriage register at the time the marriage is registered, or made in writing, signed by both spouses and at least two witnesses, attached to the marriage register, with a note in the register at the time of registration that the agreement is attached. An agreement made after the marriage is registered is not a prenuptial agreement.
How does a father register a child as his legitimate child?
The father can register at the district office with the consent of the mother and the child. If they do not or cannot consent, the father must ask the court for an order instead.
Our Thai company was struck off the register. Can it be restored?
Yes, in many cases. Under Section 1273/4 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code, the company, a shareholder or a creditor can petition the court to restore the company to the register, within 10 years from the date it was struck off. Once the court orders restoration, the company is treated as if it had continued to exist, and its authorised directors can sign for it again, for example to transfer a vehicle or land.
Can you review a contract written in English?
Yes. We review and draft contracts in Thai and English, and explain the risks in plain language before you sign. If a dispute later goes to a Thai court, English documents will need a Thai translation.
A Thai customer has not paid us. What can we do?
Usually we start with a formal demand letter from a lawyer. If the customer still does not pay, we assess whether a court claim is worth the cost. Claims have time limits, so it is better to act early.
Do you publish your fees?
Fees depend on each matter. After a short conversation, you receive a written proposal with the scope of work and fees before you decide.
Talk to the lawyer
Netibhakdi Law Office · Samut Sakhon, Thailand · By appointment, Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 (Thailand time)