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Lawyers for Expats Thailand
Helping Expats Navigate Thai Law With Confidence
1550+
Expats Served
21
Years in Practice
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Phuket
Pattaya
Hua Hin
Chiang Rai
Khon Kaen
Udon Thani
Nakhon Ratchasima
Koh Samui
Koh Phangan
Ubon Ratchathani
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Phuket
Pattaya
Hua Hin
Chiang Rai
Khon Kaen
Udon Thani
Nakhon Ratchasima
Koh Samui
Koh Phangan
Ubon Ratchathani
Guidance
Free, practical guidance on the situations foreigners in Thailand most commonly face — read first, then speak to us when you need representation.
Title Deeds · Condominium Act · Foreign Land Ownership Sale & Purchase · Off-Plan · Building Permits Leasehold · Usufruct · Superficies Transfer Fees & Taxes · Inheritance · Property Scams
DTV · LTR · Retirement Privilege · Business Visa Extensions & Compliance
Marriage & Partnerships Divorce & Separation Domestic Violence Children & Family Rights
Work Permits Working Legally in Thailand
100% Foreign Ownership Tax Exemptions & Fast-Track Work Permits
Arrest & Criminal Charges Reporting Crime & Your Rights Defamation & Consumer Protection Deportation Risks & Overstay
Banking & Transfers Pensions & Savings Tax & Financial Guidance
Child Support & Custody Adoption & Guardianship Child Legitimation
Death in Thailand Wills & Estate Planning Inheritance Law & Tax
Power of Attorney Notarisation & Legalisation
Thai law explained clearly for foreign nationals
OA & LTR Visa Requirements 2026 Premium Costs Explained
Stay informed with the latest important updates from Thailand.
Practice Areas
Specialist legal representation across every area of Thai law that affects foreign nationals living, working and investing in Thailand.
Buying, selling, leasing and title due diligence in Thailand. We protect foreign buyers navigating the Land Office, Chanote title deeds and developer contracts.
Company formation, FBA licences, BOI applications and nominee structure risk. We help foreigners set up and operate legally in Thailand.
Retirement visas, LTR, DTV, Non-B and extensions. We handle the paperwork so you stay legal without the stress of Thai immigration bureaucracy.
Marriage to a Thai national, divorce, child custody and cohabitation agreements. We guide expats through Thai family law with clarity and discretion.
Representation in Thai civil and criminal courts. From police station through to appellate court, our barristers fight your case at every stage.
We prepare and manage visa applications for Thai citizens travelling, visiting family, joining a partner or relocating overseas, including the UK, Europe, Australia and other international destinations.
Board of Investment privileges, promoted activities and procedures. We guide foreign businesses through BOI applications and ongoing compliance.
Licence validity, IDP advice, traffic fine defence, road accident claims and insurance disputes for foreign drivers in Thailand.
Thai wills, estate planning, probate and inheritance law for foreign nationals, and legal support for families following a death in Thailand.
Thai law explained clearly for foreign nationals. We cut through the complexity so you understand your rights, obligations and options in Thailand.
Official Recognition
Department of
Business Development
Lawyers for Expats Thailand was appointed by Thailand's Department of Business Development (DBD), Ministry of Commerce, to support and educate foreign investors on lawful business practices in the Kingdom.
Bangkok · June 2026
Brian Ramsden, General Manager of Foreign Affairs at Lawyers for Expats Thailand, recently delivered a presentation to more than 150 realtors in Pattaya, sharing practical guidance on how foreign buyers can purchase and protect property interests in Thailand legally and safely.
Pattaya · July 2026
Meet the Team
Brian Ramsden
General Manager of Foreign Affairs
Brian is the bridge between Western clients and the Thai legal system. A familiar face and a plain-English voice, he oversees every client relationship across all eight locations, making sure what you need is understood, and what happens next is clear.
Kanokpich Ukritdutsadee
Managing Director & Lead Barrister
Pook is the legal authority behind every case. As Managing Director and qualified Thai barrister, her bilingual expertise across immigration, property, business and family law is what clients describe as making the complex feel straightforward.
Sarinya Nachai
Property Specialist
Attorney at Law
Sukanya Intarakhlib
Business Specialist
Attorney at Law
Sudarat Kurana
Visa & Immigration
Translator · Visa & Work Permit Division
Consultation
Speak with Us Today
Tell us your situation. We will outline your options clearly and without obligation.
Featured Resource
Foreign ownership rules in Thailand are more complex than most buyers expect. This guide covers Chanote title deeds, nominee structures, the risks to avoid and the due diligence process step by step.
Read the Guide →
Client Testimonials
Trusted Representation
Lawyers for Expats Thailand assisted us with the purchase of our home in Thailand making it an easy and simple process and ensuring our investment is protected against every eventuality. They displayed professionalism and amazing knowledge and went out of their way to assist us. Highly recommended.
Verified Client
Property Purchase
You made the whole process of securing my investment easy and seamless. I would be happy to recommend your service to anyone looking for trusted legal representation in Thailand.
Andy Hill
Investment Protection
Legal Insights
Latest Videos


1550+
Expats Served
21
Years in Practice
Lawyers for Expats Thailand
Helping Expats Navigate Thai Law With Confidence
1550+
Expats Served
21
Years in Practice
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Phuket
Pattaya
Hua Hin
Chiang Rai
Khon Kaen
Udon Thani
Nakhon Ratchasima
Koh Samui
Koh Phangan
Ubon Ratchathani
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Phuket
Pattaya
Hua Hin
Chiang Rai
Khon Kaen
Udon Thani
Nakhon Ratchasima
Koh Samui
Koh Phangan
Ubon Ratchathani
Guidance
Free, practical guidance on the situations foreigners in Thailand most commonly face — read first, then speak to us when you need representation.
Title Deeds · Condominium Act · Foreign Land Ownership Sale & Purchase · Off-Plan · Building Permits Leasehold · Usufruct · Superficies Transfer Fees & Taxes · Inheritance · Property Scams
DTV · LTR · Retirement Privilege · Business Visa Extensions & Compliance
Marriage & Partnerships Divorce & Separation Domestic Violence Children & Family Rights
Work Permits Working Legally in Thailand
100% Foreign Ownership Tax Exemptions & Fast-Track Work Permits
Arrest & Criminal Charges Reporting Crime & Your Rights Defamation & Consumer Protection Deportation Risks & Overstay
Banking & Transfers Pensions & Savings Tax & Financial Guidance
Child Support & Custody Adoption & Guardianship Child Legitimation
Death in Thailand Wills & Estate Planning Inheritance Law & Tax
Power of Attorney Notarisation & Legalisation
Thai law explained clearly for foreign nationals
OA & LTR Visa Requirements 2026 Premium Costs Explained
Stay informed with the latest important updates from Thailand.
Practice Areas
Specialist legal representation across every area of Thai law that affects foreign nationals living, working and investing in Thailand.
Buying, selling, leasing and title due diligence in Thailand. We protect foreign buyers navigating the Land Office, Chanote title deeds and developer contracts.
Company formation, FBA licences, BOI applications and nominee structure risk. We help foreigners set up and operate legally in Thailand.
Retirement visas, LTR, DTV, Non-B and extensions. We handle the paperwork so you stay legal without the stress of Thai immigration bureaucracy.
Marriage to a Thai national, divorce, child custody and cohabitation agreements. We guide expats through Thai family law with clarity and discretion.
Representation in Thai civil and criminal courts. From police station through to appellate court, our barristers fight your case at every stage.
We prepare and manage visa applications for Thai citizens travelling, visiting family, joining a partner or relocating overseas, including the UK, Europe, Australia and other international destinations.
Board of Investment privileges, promoted activities and procedures. We guide foreign businesses through BOI applications and ongoing compliance.
Licence validity, IDP advice, traffic fine defence, road accident claims and insurance disputes for foreign drivers in Thailand.
Thai wills, estate planning, probate and inheritance law for foreign nationals, and legal support for families following a death in Thailand.
Thai law explained clearly for foreign nationals. We cut through the complexity so you understand your rights, obligations and options in Thailand.
Official Recognition
Department of
Business Development
Lawyers for Expats Thailand was appointed by Thailand's Department of Business Development (DBD), Ministry of Commerce, to support and educate foreign investors on lawful business practices in the Kingdom.
Bangkok · June 2026
Brian Ramsden, General Manager of Foreign Affairs at Lawyers for Expats Thailand, recently delivered a presentation to more than 150 realtors in Pattaya, sharing practical guidance on how foreign buyers can purchase and protect property interests in Thailand legally and safely.
Pattaya · July 2026
Meet the Team
Brian Ramsden
General Manager of Foreign Affairs
Brian is the bridge between Western clients and the Thai legal system. A familiar face and a plain-English voice, he oversees every client relationship across all eight locations, making sure what you need is understood, and what happens next is clear.
Kanokpich Ukritdutsadee
Managing Director & Lead Barrister
Pook is the legal authority behind every case. As Managing Director and qualified Thai barrister, her bilingual expertise across immigration, property, business and family law is what clients describe as making the complex feel straightforward.
Sarinya Nachai
Property Specialist
Attorney at Law
Sukanya Intarakhlib
Business Specialist
Attorney at Law
Sudarat Kurana
Visa & Immigration
Translator · Visa & Work Permit Division
Consultation
Speak with Us Today
Tell us your situation. We will outline your options clearly and without obligation.
Featured Resource
Foreign ownership rules in Thailand are more complex than most buyers expect. This guide covers Chanote title deeds, nominee structures, the risks to avoid and the due diligence process step by step.
Read the Guide →
Client Testimonials
Trusted Representation
Lawyers for Expats Thailand assisted us with the purchase of our home in Thailand making it an easy and simple process and ensuring our investment is protected against every eventuality. They displayed professionalism and amazing knowledge and went out of their way to assist us. Highly recommended.
Verified Client
Property Purchase
You made the whole process of securing my investment easy and seamless. I would be happy to recommend your service to anyone looking for trusted legal representation in Thailand.
Andy Hill
Investment Protection
Legal Insights
Latest Videos