reasonably priced attorney

[watgate]

I need to see a lawyer about drawing up a simple will or a probate document to ensure my g/f gets my bank acct and not the government. Can anyone recommend a competent lawyer who charges a reasonable fee?

[naboo]

The general advice is just to register a will at the local amphur. They can help you out.

[eyecatcher]

and the other general advice is to meet with your branch bank manager and register a letter with them to acknowledge that the wife is able to access your accounts after death.

[baansgr]

Competent,lawyer and reasonable fees is an oxymoron in Thailand. Ive heard people paying 10k-15k to register a simple will. Couldnt you just give her your pin number for future use.

[eyecatcher]

both myself and Naboo will be happy to share the money you were going to spend on a lawyer

[jschorr]

I'd contact Lanna Lawyers, they speak English, are based here in Chiang Mai, and they have a website.  They have a reasonable package which includes a will, power of attorney, and a living will.  I'm sure they would give you a quote for whatever you want and you could decide then if you think it's a good value.  They have a table at the Chiang Mai Expats Club meetings too.

Edited January 4, 2019 by jschorr