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Death in Thailand
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Probate, estate administration, property inheritance and full liaison with Thai courts and authorities — handled by specialist lawyers so families don't have to.
How We Help
What happens when you contact us
Four steps from first contact to a closed estate. One point of contact throughout.
1
You Tell Us What Has Happened
WhatsApp, email or a call — whichever is easiest in the moment. We ask about the circumstances, the estate, and what you know so far. No forms. No intake questionnaires. One human conversation.
2
We Assess the Legal Position Immediately
We identify whether there is a Thai will, what assets are in Thailand, which authorities are involved, and what steps are legally required. We give you a plain-English summary of the process before anything begins.
3
We Handle the Authorities and the Courts
Probate application, court hearings, Land Office, banks, Revenue Department, embassies — we represent you throughout. You sign what needs signing. We handle the rest.
4
We Close the Estate Properly
Asset transfer, property registration, bank account release, final tax clearance. The estate is closed with a full paper trail, in a way that protects the beneficiaries and satisfies every relevant authority.
Q
Can this be handled remotely from outside Thailand?
Yes. We regularly represent families overseas. We can act on your behalf through a Power of Attorney for most steps — court filings, authority liaison, property matters — without requiring you to travel for every stage. We will tell you plainly if your physical presence becomes necessary.
What We Do For Our Clients
The full scope of what we handle
Estate administration in Thailand crosses courts, land offices, banks, embassies and revenue authorities. Here is the actual scope of what our team handles on your file.
Probate Applications and Court Representation
We prepare and file the probate petition, attend hearings on your behalf, and obtain the court order appointing an administrator. Where there is no will, we apply for intestate administration. We handle every step with the relevant Thai district court.
Q
How long does probate take in Thailand?
A straightforward probate with a clear will and no disputes typically takes three to six months through the Thai courts. Complex estates, disputed wills, or property spread across multiple provinces take longer. We give you a realistic timeline at the outset, not an optimistic one.
Estate Administration
Once probate is granted, we administer the estate — identifying assets, notifying creditors, settling debts, and distributing to beneficiaries in accordance with the will or Thai succession law. A full account is prepared and signed off.
Property Inheritance and Land Office Registration
Transferring Thai property — condominium or land held through a lawful structure — requires a Land Office process separate from court probate. We handle due diligence, transfer documentation and registration so title passes cleanly to the correct beneficiary.
Thai Will Execution
Where a Thai will exists, we verify its validity, have it registered with the court, and execute its provisions through the probate process. Where a will is disputed, we advise on the legal position before proceedings begin.
Q
What if there is no Thai will?
We handle intestate estates regularly. Thai intestacy law follows a defined succession order. We obtain the court-appointed administrator role and proceed through probate. It takes longer than an estate with a will, but it is entirely manageable.
Bank Account and Asset Release
Thai banks require court documentation before releasing funds or closing accounts. We prepare the document set each bank requires and liaise directly with their legal departments, cutting delays that arise when families attempt this without legal support.
Authority Liaison — Courts, Embassies, Police and Revenue Department
We deal with every Thai authority involved in the estate on your behalf — in Thai, in person where required. You are not expected to navigate a foreign legal system in a language you don't speak while managing grief.
Q
Can you deal with the Thai authorities on our behalf?
Yes. We liaise directly with the Land Office, district courts, Revenue Department, Thai banks, embassies and the police on your behalf throughout. You are not expected to navigate Thai-language bureaucracy while grieving.
Q
Do we pay Thai inheritance tax?
Thailand's inheritance tax applies at 10% on assets exceeding THB 100 million received by non-descendants, and 5% for direct descendants. Most foreign families fall below the threshold. We will confirm your position early in the process.
Our Commitment To You
What you can hold us to
You Are Told the Truth About Timelines
Thai probate is not fast. We will not tell you it will be resolved in weeks if it won't. We give you a realistic timeline at the outset — and we keep you updated when anything changes.
One Lawyer. Not a Rotating Team.
The lawyer who assesses your situation is the lawyer who handles it. You are not passed between juniors. You have a direct line throughout.
Q
How quickly can you act after we contact you?
We respond the same day and can begin immediately. In urgent situations — where a body needs to be released, authorities need to be engaged, or a property is at risk — we prioritise accordingly. You don't need to wait for a formal appointment.
Transparent Fees, Agreed in Advance
Our fee and government charges are set out before we begin. No unexpected invoices when the estate is already in progress and you have no easy way out.
Sensitive and Dignified Throughout
This is not a commercial transaction. We understand that every file we handle represents a person who mattered to someone. We approach every estate accordingly.
Who You'll Work With
Real people, not a case number
Kanokpich Ukritdutsadee (Lawyer Pook)
Managing Director & Lead Barrister
Leads all probate and estate administration matters handled by the firm. Personally oversees the legal strategy for each estate and is responsible for the advice provided to the family throughout.
Brian Ramsden
General Manager of Foreign Affairs
Your point of contact from the first call. Brian bridges communication between the family, the legal team, and every authority involved — ensuring nothing is lost in translation, at any stage.
Related Resources
Death in Thailand, in full detail
For a full explanation of what happens when a foreigner dies in Thailand — repatriation, embassy roles, police procedures, death certificates and practical steps for families — see our guide.
What Happens After a Death
→What to do when a foreigner dies in Thailand — first steps, embassy roles, police procedures and death certificates
Death in Thailand Guide
→Repatriation, authorities, probate process and practical steps
Wills and Estate Planning
→Drafting a Thai will and planning your estate before it is needed
Inheritance Law and Tax
→Thai succession law, inheritance tax thresholds and cross-border estates
Legal Services
→All legal services for expats and foreign families in Thailand
Lawyers for Expats Thailand, 2026. The content of this page is general legal information and does not constitute legal advice for any specific matter. Please contact us for advice on your individual circumstances.