webfact Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Thais protest over move to let foreigners practice lawPREEWADI WICHAIPRASITTHE NATIONRALLY PLANNED IN BANGKOK AGAINST THE PROPOSED LIBERALISATION OF SECTORBANGKOK: -- THAI LAWYERS were getting ready yesterday to launch a rally in Bangkok today to voice their objection to an amendment to the Thailand Lawyers Act 1985, which would reportedly allow foreigners to practice law in the Kingdom.Sarancha Sricholwattana, former secretary-general of the Lawyers Council of Thailand, said yesterday that the amendment would allow foreigners to take over this profession, which should be reserved for Thais. Hence, he said, the proposal should be held back pending a public hearing among lawyers across the country first.In a statement on its website, the Lawyers Council explained that the amendment was actually meant to cover the position of legal adviser, which is currently held by 10 foreigners who are also members of the Thai Bar. It was also to ensure that foreigners who work in Thailand as legal advisers come under the supervision of the Lawyers Council, read the statement signed on November 25 by the council's legal research and development institute.The statement added that the council would not support the liberalisation of the sector and also said that it has created dozens of legal adviser study programmes to back its proposal for the position to also be put under the Thailand Lawyers Act.The council said all Thai lawyers would be given a chance to scrutinise the full draft of the legislation before it is proposed to the Cabinet.Sarancha, who is based in Chon Buri province, said the council had submitted the amendment proposal to the Justice Ministry on March 5 without informing lawyers practising in the country, which is why many were protesting against it.Sarancha said he too was against the proposal as it might affect Thai lawyers' profession, especially if foreigners are allowed to practice law in the country. "Over 70,000 lawyers in Thailand barely have enough work to do. This profession should be reserved for Thais - just like other occupations like hairdressing that is reserved for locals," he said.He also said that as a courtesy, the council should seek local lawyers' opinions first, adding that the proposal should be withdrawn and a public hearing held to see if local lawyers are willing to accept it.Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/national/Thais-protest-over-move-to-let-foreigners-practice-30274133.html-- The Nation 2015-12-02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukrules Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 (edited) Laughable, ignorant and xenophobic all in one. The comparison with hairdressers is very appropriate from what I've heard. Edited December 1, 2015 by ukrules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessi Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 What are they afraid of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogers Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 What are they afraid of? Getting sued by a foreign lawyer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 "I object" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiang mai Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Over 70,000 lawyers in the country and they barely have enough work for them all, maybe some of them should retrain as hairdressers perhaps. The problem is of course that so many of them are simply greedy and incompetent, a bad combination for a lawyer which is why so few people use them and why there's not enough work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluespunk Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 "Sarancha Sricholwattana, former secretary-general of the Lawyers Council of Thailand, said yesterday that the amendment would allow foreigners to take over this profession, which should be reserved for Thais. " If he's that worried and hysterical about his ability to cope with competition, then I think I'd prefer a foreign lawyer. Hardly a confidence inspiring reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 When the BIB arrest you, do they say "you have a right to an attorney if you don't have one, then one will be appointed?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badbanker Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Frankly, I have lost count of the number of Thai corrupt, incompetent and deceitful lawyers I know, who have sold out to the opposing party and totally gone against their client. There are a few foreigners who have passed a law degree in Thai in a Thai university. I consider them a breath of fresh air. Xenophobia is everywhere, especially in the Thai legal system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Thai lawyers are up in arm over the proposal to let foreign lawyers practice law in Thailand and therefore muscle in on their caper of lucrative practices of fleecing foreigners of exuberant fees for not much in return, Lawyers in Thailand are in general a dishonest and distrusting lot, whereby once you have their fees up front, you're at their mercy and whims to handle your case, and in most cases, they mange to fluck it up while not caring for the out come except for what's in it for them..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJIC Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 What are they afraid of? Enlightenment ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessi Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Frankly, I have lost count of the number of Thai corrupt, incompetent and deceitful lawyers I know, who have sold out to the opposing party and totally gone against their client. There are a few foreigners who have passed a law degree in Thai in a Thai university. I consider them a breath of fresh air. Xenophobia is everywhere, especially in the Thai legal system Xenophobia is everywhere, especially in the Thai legal system Yes its everywhere, along with The Face thing. Thai's dont need enemy's they shoot themselves in the foot ever day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukrules Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 What are they afraid of? Competence and ethics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z42 Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Embarrassing. Does anybody know what the stipulations of ASEAN will be because Thailand simply won't abide if these kind of protestatons become the norm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukrules Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 I'm not a lawyer but I look forward to the hilarity which will ensue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puwa Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 On the other hand, it's hard to imagine what kind of foreign lawyer would willingly choose to practice in this environment. Don't expect Clarence Darrow, or Rumpole of the Bailey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waldroj Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 A "public hearing" among lawyers? Maybe they should just go to the appeals court for a favourable verdict (just like most other legal disputes in this country). These guys want to be careful, now that the army call the shots (metaphorically), there may be no need for lawyers - just courts martial! Maybe they should consider a job change - hairdressing seems pretty safe (from foreign interference). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxLee Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Whelp, whelp.... Leave our LAW OF CORRUPTION ALONE,.... how dare you make us lose face worldwide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 What are they afraid of? Like all their jobs theyre afraid someone can do it much better. in every way...........which they can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Over 70,000 lawyers in the country and they barely have enough work for them all, maybe some of them should retrain as hairdressers perhaps. The problem is of course that so many of them are simply greedy and incompetent, a bad combination for a lawyer which is why so few people use them and why there's not enough work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samsensam Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 my ex gf is a lawyer working for a law firm owned and run by foreigners. she is happy to work there simply because it is an ethical place to work; no corruption, straight forward, honest, professional things she says are sadly lacking in many thai run law firms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxLee Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Best solution ask the Almighty general to impose the article number not to be named case closed .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 A "public hearing" among lawyers? Maybe they should just go to the appeals court for a favourable verdict (just like most other legal disputes in this country). These guys want to be careful, now that the army call the shots (metaphorically), there may be no need for lawyers - just courts martial! Maybe they should consider a job change - hairdressing seems pretty safe (from foreign interference). No worries. It will all be settled in no less than 21 years, and 3 or 4 more coup's later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirtless Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Thais need to grow up they take a great deal more than they give, we should reciprocate land ownership laws and restrict immigration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinneil Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Can any one show me an honest trustworthy Thai lawyer???? Just a bunch of corrupt cheating b..terds, who will betray clients if more money is offered elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laughing Gravy Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 What are they afraid of? Probably someone doing there job, Actually understanding Thai law and not accepting back handers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Usernames Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Follow the lead of the Puritans in America. Ban all lawyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuaBS Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Can any one show me an honest trustworthy Thai lawyer???? Just a bunch of corrupt cheating b..terds, who will betray clients if more money is offered elsewhere. It's not a Thai thing. Lawyers are overpaid s--m everywhere. Just hope you will never need them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thesetat2013 Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Can any one show me an honest trustworthy Thai lawyer???? Just a bunch of corrupt cheating b..terds, who will betray clients if more money is offered elsewhere. That can be said about lawyers all over the world. Money, power, influence, and advancements are all lawyers see. In Thailand it is just a little more obvious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nontabury Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Can any one show me an honest trustworthy Thai lawyer???? Just a bunch of corrupt cheating b..terds, who will betray clients if more money is offered elsewhere. That can be said about lawyers all over the world. Money, power, influence, and advancements are all lawyers see. In Thailand it is just a little more obvious. "A little more obviou"That must be the understatement of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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