Civil cases are lawsuits involving contracts and torts. They include commercial disputes, property issues, employment actions, personal disputes and debt collection. In Thailand, a court of first instance will conduct a preliminary “investigative” hearing to determine whether the case has merit before it can proceed for trial. The judge is the sole arbitrator of the […]
Read moreIn Thailand, fathers have equal rights and responsibilities as mothers over their children. However, this is only true if the father is married to the mother or has been legally recognized by the court. If a child is born out of wedlock, the father must register for legitimation at the local district office. The child […]
Read moreChild support is a legal obligation of parents to provide financial support for their children. It can be settled by mutual agreement or by court order. It is critical to ensure that every child has the income security they need to reach their full potential and contribute to Thailand’s future prosperity. A universal child support […]
Read moreIn Thailand, Child Custody is defined as the physical and legal rights of parents over their children. Currently, Thai law stipulates that the mother has sole custody of her children. However, an unmarried father can obtain custodial rights if he registers his legitimation with the district office. Family court judges will consider the best interests […]
Read moreThe US-Thai Treaty of Amity allows American citizens and businesses to maintain majority ownership in their Thai companies, without needing a Foreign Business License. It also enables them to engage in activities that would otherwise be restricted by the Foreign Business Act. Companies registered under the treaty can take advantage of Thailand’s regional trade agreements. […]
Read moreA Representative Office is the ideal business entity for a foreign company that’s exploring the market in Thailand. It can be 100 percent foreign-owned and is not taxable under the Foreign Business Act. However, it is only allowed to perform non-revenue-generating activities and cannot accept purchase orders or offer sales, or negotiate for carrying out […]
Read moreThai Limited Company Registration is a key step in establishing your business. This process involves filing a Memorandum of Association, holding a statutory meeting, and registering your company with the government for tax purposes. The MoA contains the company name, its province of registered office, its objectives and the share structure. It must be signed […]
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