Looking For A Decent Lawyer

[ArtificialIntelligence]

Hi , Can any of you good folks help me with finding a decent enough lawyer to handle some work on property and construction. Translation of contracts from English to Thai I am not sure if I should get done separately and then get a lawyer to stamp or ask them to translate, anyhow some help, would be swell. Need one in Krabi and in Koh Samui.Any idea of fees structure in Thailand for such services, Thanks. AI

[Boater]

try siam legal www.siamlegal.com

[joecoolonsamui]

try siam legal www.siamlegal.com

ya, good luck and are they even on Samui, I mean really who and where? BTW: if you are wondering why I say that Boater, and you all, its because they have no clue what they are doing especially with regard to tax implications...but, before I back up what I say...wait, are they a sponsor of our gracious host here...like tacobelt "legal advisors"?

If you want truly compentent legal counsel go to BKK to one of the truly reputable firms.

[Boater]

joecoolonsamui, did you ever find your lawyer?,

[highdiver]

try siam legal www.siamlegal.com

ya, good luck and are they even on Samui, I mean really who and where? BTW: if you are wondering why I say that Boater, and you all, its because they have no clue what they are doing especially with regard to tax implications...but, before I back up what I say...wait, are they a sponsor of our gracious host here...like tacobelt "legal advisors"?

f you want truly compentent legal counsel go to BKK to one of the truly reputable firms.

first just for the for the record its competent not compentent. and as someone who assumed the role of English teacher you should know that

second please do "Back up" your statement" they have no clue what they are doing" regarding this firm with solid facts.

do feel free to elaborate and explain what are your qualifications to determine this statement.

for the benefit of our other readers and the OP who may be misled by your above defamation and slander and until you prove it and back up your statement....(you always promise but never do ) here is some info about Siam Legal

http://www.siam-legal.com/company_profile/...gal-profile.php

For the record I have no interest in the above firm or have i used the service they provide, nor can I vouch for the service level....but looking at the profile of this firm it is very clear they have competent people.

[ArtificialIntelligence]

try siam legal www.siamlegal.com

ya, good luck and are they even on Samui, I mean really who and where? BTW: if you are wondering why I say that Boater, and you all, its because they have no clue what they are doing especially with regard to tax implications...but, before I back up what I say...wait, are they a sponsor of our gracious host here...like tacobelt "legal advisors"?

f you want truly compentent legal counsel go to BKK to one of the truly reputable firms.

first just for the for the record its competent not compentent. and as someone who assumed the role of English teacher you should know that

second please do "Back up" your statement" they have no clue what they are doing" regarding this firm with solid facts.

do feel free to elaborate and explain what are your qualifications to determine this statement.

for the benefit of our other readers and the OP who may be misled by your above defamation and slander and until you prove it and back up your statement....(you always promise but never do ) here is some info about Siam Legal

http://www.siam-legal.com/company_profile/...gal-profile.php

For the record I have no interest in the above firm or have i used the service they provide, nor can I vouch for the service level....but looking at the profile of this firm it is very clear they have competent people.

Hi. I checked their website and it did look professional enough and alot of info on there. I just guess that charges will be very high, I will give them a call and seeanyhow . HighDiver , have you used a legal firm in Koh Samui, does not have to be a westerner per se , but a competent local would be fine to check over. That is if such a thing exists, I have pretty much got a good idea of my contracts but want them executed and translated, plus the legal advise etc...

[Samuian]

Liz Luxen is doing lots of translation stuff - her office is in lamai.

click here:

Edited August 14, 2008 by Samuian

[highdiver]

Hi. I checked their website and it did look professional enough and alot of info on there. I just guess that charges will be very high, I will give them a call and seeanyhow . HighDiver , have you used a legal firm in Koh Samui, does not have to be a westerner per se , but a competent local would be fine to check over. That is if such a thing exists, I have pretty much got a good idea of my contracts but want them executed and translated, plus the legal advise etc...

AI.

i have used over the years many lawyers each with a different Field of specialization.

I don't really understand from your post what it is you are looking for but as a guide line always ask the lawyer if he has specialization regarding what you need.

[marcus]

try siam legal www.siamlegal.com

ya, good luck and are they even on Samui, I mean really who and where? BTW: if you are wondering why I say that Boater, and you all, its because they have no clue what they are doing especially with regard to tax implications...but, before I back up what I say...wait, are they a sponsor of our gracious host here...like tacobelt "legal advisors"?

f you want truly compentent legal counsel go to BKK to one of the truly reputable firms.

first just for the for the record its competent not compentent. and as someone who assumed the role of English teacher you should know that

second please do "Back up" your statement" they have no clue what they are doing" regarding this firm with solid facts.

do feel free to elaborate and explain what are your qualifications to determine this statement.

for the benefit of our other readers and the OP who may be misled by your above defamation and slander and until you prove it and back up your statement....(you always promise but never do ) here is some info about Siam Legal

http://www.siam-legal.com/company_profile/...gal-profile.php

For the record I have no interest in the above firm or have i used the service they provide, nor can I vouch for the service level....but looking at the profile of this firm it is very clear they have competent people.

I checked their website and couldn't find any Thai lawyer on it. How can you expect that a falang with an American degree can give you decent advice about Thai law - none of them seems to speaks Thai, so they can not even read a Thai lawbook ! Also, it seems they are not registered as Thai lawyers (I believe a falang can not anyway), so if you have to go to court, they will have to hire a Thai anyway.

My advise to the OP is to ask advise to Thai businessmen you know (or eventually a post on a Thai forum) Thai go to court too, and probably will know a decent lawyer, but be prepared you will have to go to BKK with a translator.

[Rooo]

Marcus,

You are correct, they can NOT practice Thai law, but they can employ Thai lawyers . I think the channels of communication would be a lot clearer using

English speaking

go between so to speak.

A lot of problems with using local lawyers & I stress not all , is the miscommunication,mistranslation of directives or opinions.

[Nirvana]

Marcus,

You are correct, they can NOT practice Thai law, but they can employ Thai lawyers . I think the channels of communication would be a lot clearer using

English speaking

go between so to speak.

A lot of problems with using local lawyers & I stress not all , is the miscommunication,mistranslation of directives or opinions.

Must say I agree, the foreign conencted law firms seem fine in the communciation part but they have to use a thai lawyer and one would hope then there is less communciation problems, but you pay through the nose for these services. They understand you fine maybe but have then the job to get it across to the thai lawyer.From my experience the local ones in samui talk in general a load of rubbish and charge also stupid fees for lousy work. I have had a case where after agreed fees , the lawyer held the documents until he got a brown envelope for what he said was extra charges. Pretty disgusting but there you go, as no one was involved to be paid additional...

Recently I contacted Lix Luxen and found their service good, but not possible to draw up contracts in English and ask them to translate which is disappointing. I would also be keen on any recommendations for lawyers

[jbd]

hi, i lived on samui for a few years. when i thought i might need a lawyer i was advised by another expat to go to the mainland for my legal work. i also asked my landlord, who is samui born and he just replied bangkok. the british embassy has a list of lawyers. i imagine it will be on there web site. by the by my legal wants never materialised. so only heresay. best of luck

[thaierless]

Hi , Can any of you good folks help me with finding a decent enough lawyer to handle some work on property and construction. Translation of contracts from English to Thai I am not sure if I should get done separately and then get a lawyer to stamp or ask them to translate, anyhow some help, would be swell. Need one in Krabi and in Koh Samui.Any idea of fees structure in Thailand for such services, Thanks. AI

How about Pensit lawyer and Crashaws...they are reputable international solicitors. Many use them, no? And they have international solicitors and clients, no? There is also some solicitors in the new office buildings called the town center, Sukhothai international law and Mandid

international?

[Boater]

Pensit lawyer - agree

Sukhothai international law - agree

Mandid - maybe

Crashaws - Never !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! to be honest if i said my true mind i would risk being banned from TV.........

[marcus]

Pensit lawyer - agree

Being a former legal adviser in my former home country - not agree

[ArtificialIntelligence]

Pensit lawyer - agree

Sukhothai international law - agree

Mandid - maybe

Crashaws - Never !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! to be honest if i said my true mind i would risk being banned from TV.........

thanks for all your comments / advise, this gives me something to work on.

[ArtificialIntelligence]

AI.

i have used over the years many lawyers each with a different Field of specialization.

I don't really understand from your post what it is you are looking for but as a guide line always ask the lawyer if he has specialization regarding what you need.

Hi Highdiver

Thanks much, It is connected to do with construction contracts which i guess would be finalised in English with my involvement and then need them to be translated and checked to ensure enforceable under Thai Law. Along of course with legal advise from the Thai Lawyer on what to add to the contracts etc. Thats basically for starters, lookin at a little project in Samui and Krabi.

Just to make it a little clearer

Thanks

[thaierless]

charles associates and laws. he was a judge in samui and worked in america for many years. in the IT center in lamai.

[Devil]

I like BRS Located North Chaweng, Blumenthal Richter Sumet, they also have a office in Bangkok.

Talk to their Thai Lawyer Khun Sornchai, he followed up everything he said he would and on time! (amazing) I was surprised for a flashy office at the reasonable prices for (condo sales agreement, Due Diligence etc)

[Bluebell]

Crashaws - Never !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! to be honest if i said my true mind i would risk being banned from TV.........

Have to disagree Boater. Have used Crawshaws two or three times over the last couple of years and found them to be professional, thorough and with reasonable fees.

As High Diver says it all depends on what you need a lawyer for. Crawshaws will refer you to Bangkok lawyers if you need a specialist.