Our Practice Areas
Estate & Inheritance Services
Three distinct services, each designed around the particular circumstances families face when inheritance and estate matters arise in Thailand.
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How We Approach Each Matter
Every estate matter begins with careful listening. Before we advise on what should be done, we need to understand what has happened, who is involved, and what the family's priorities are. This takes time, and we give it freely at the outset.
Once we have a clear picture of the circumstances, we provide an honest assessment of the legal position and the realistic options available. We do not recommend more work than is genuinely necessary, and we explain our reasoning at each stage.
Our work proceeds methodically, with regular updates to the client and full documentation of each step taken. At the conclusion of a matter, we provide a clear record of what was done and what the outcome was — a document that can serve the family in the future if related questions arise.
Listen First
We begin each engagement by understanding the full picture before offering any guidance.
Assess Carefully
A thorough assessment of the legal position precedes any recommendation about what to do.
Proceed Methodically
Each step is documented and clients are updated before the next stage begins.
Record for the Future
A complete record of work done is provided at the close of each matter, for use by the family going forward.
Service 01
Heir Identification & Verification
From ฿2,500
This engagement is focused on the careful identification of all heirs entitled to share in an estate. It is particularly relevant where family records are incomplete, where there are second marriages and complex family structures, or where heirs reside in different countries. The work includes documentary research, communication with relatives where appropriate, and preparation of the verification record required for the formal estate administration to proceed. We move at a pace that respects the personal weight of these inquiries.
What Is Included
- Review of available family and civil registry documents
- Correspondence with relatives and district offices as required
- Handling of overseas heirs and cross-border document coordination
- Preparation of the formal heir verification record for court submission
- Written summary of findings for the family's records
Process Steps
- 1 Initial consultation to understand the family structure and available records
- 2 Documentary research phase — archives, registries, and relevant authorities
- 3 Communication with identified parties to confirm heir status where required
- 4 Preparation and delivery of the formal verification record
Service 02
Will Contest & Validity Counsel
From ฿6,100
Counsel for clients raising concerns about the validity of a will, including questions about the testator's capacity at the time of signing, the influence of others on the document's preparation, or the proper execution of formal requirements. The work begins with a careful conversation about the circumstances giving rise to the concern, after which we develop a measured approach to investigation and, where appropriate, formal proceedings. We discuss the difficult personal context of these matters openly throughout.
What Is Included
- Preliminary assessment of the factual and legal grounds for concern
- Review of the will and any supporting evidence of circumstances
- Investigation into testamentary capacity and execution requirements
- Representation in formal court proceedings where the matter proceeds
- Regular updates and open discussion of the personal context throughout
Process Steps
- 1 Confidential initial consultation — understanding the situation and concerns
- 2 Legal assessment of potential grounds and realistic prospects
- 3 Evidence gathering and investigation phase
- 4 Advice on settlement options or, where necessary, formal proceedings
Service 03
Multi-Generational Estate Counsel
From ฿7,800
A counsel relationship for families whose inheritance matters span multiple generations and considerable holdings, including land, businesses, and arrangements for younger family members. The engagement is approached as a continuing relationship rather than a single transaction, with regular review meetings, the preparation of documents that evolve with the family's circumstances, and continuity of counsel that allows institutional knowledge of the family's intentions to develop over many years.
What Is Included
- Annual review meetings to keep estate documents current
- Documentation for land, business interests, and family trust arrangements
- Provisions and documents for younger family members as circumstances develop
- Consistent adviser — the same person over many years
- Co-ordination with other professional advisers such as accountants and family business counsel
Process Steps
- 1 Comprehensive onboarding — mapping the family's assets, structure, and intentions
- 2 Preparation of initial estate documentation suite
- 3 Annual reviews to update documents as family and asset circumstances evolve
- 4 Ongoing availability for counsel as questions arise between reviews
Choosing the Right Service
Which Service Is Right for Your Situation?
| Feature | Heir Identification | Will Contest | Multi-Gen Counsel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documentary research | |||
| Court representation | |||
| Overseas heir coordination | |||
| Annual review relationship | |||
| Land title transfer documentation | |||
| Starting fee | ฿2,500 | ฿6,100 | ฿7,800 |
Best for
Families needing to establish who the rightful heirs are before administration can begin
Best for
Families with concerns about whether a will was made properly or under undue pressure
Best for
Families with substantial or complex holdings who want continuing estate counsel over many years
Across All Services
Standards That Apply to Every Engagement
Strict Confidentiality
All client information is protected under professional secrecy obligations and secure file management.
Written Scope Before Work Begins
Every engagement is confirmed in writing, including scope, fee, and timeline, before any work commences.
Regular Client Updates
Clients receive timely updates without needing to chase. Enquiries receive a response within one working day.
Bar Association Compliance
All practitioners hold current registration with the Lawyers Council of Thailand and maintain continuing development.
Plain Language Throughout
Legal positions are explained in straightforward terms. Clients are never expected to navigate complex terminology without guidance.
Single Point of Contact
Each client works with one named adviser throughout their matter. Files are not passed between staff without continuity.
Fees
Transparent Pricing
Starting fees are shown below. Complex matters may require a revised estimate, which will always be agreed in writing before work begins.
Heir Identification
฿2,500
Starting fee per engagement
- Documentary research included
- Formal verification record
- Written summary for family
Will Contest Counsel
฿6,100
Starting fee per engagement
- Capacity and validity assessment
- Investigation and evidence review
- Court representation if required
Multi-Gen Counsel
฿7,800
Starting fee per engagement
- Annual review relationship
- Multi-asset documentation
- Continuity of adviser over years
Have Questions About These Services?
We are glad to explain how any of these services would apply to your situation. An initial conversation carries no obligation and no cost.
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