What Clients Say
Client Experiences
Family legal matters are deeply personal. These accounts come from clients who navigated difficult moments with Baan Advocate alongside them.
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Words from Past Clients
A selection of accounts from clients across our three practice areas. Names and identifying details are anonymised or used with permission.
Siriporn L.
Chiang Mai, TH · Divorce proceedings
"I had been putting off the divorce proceedings for over a year because I found the whole process intimidating. From the first meeting at Baan Advocate, I felt I understood what was actually happening and why. The communication was consistent throughout, and nothing was left unexplained."
April 2025
James M.
British national, Chiang Mai · Prenuptial agreement
"We came to Baan Advocate wanting a prenuptial agreement that would be valid under Thai law. What struck me was that there was no pressure — the process moved at the pace that suited both of us. The agreement was thorough and the drafting made sense when it was explained."
March 2025
Nattakorn K.
Bangkok-based, returning · Foreign divorce recognition
"I had a divorce decree from Germany and needed it recognised in Thailand. The document requirements were more complex than I expected, and I'm glad I had proper help. Baan Advocate handled the authentication steps and knew exactly what the district office would ask for."
April 2025
Pornthip W.
Chiang Mai, TH · Contested divorce
"Our divorce involved a business that we had built together, which made the property questions complicated. I was treated with patience throughout — never rushed. The outcome was fair, and I felt the advocate genuinely understood the difficulty of what I was going through."
May 2025
Thomas H.
Australian national, Chiang Mai · Foreign marriage recognition
"We needed our Australian marriage recognised here in Thailand. The process took a few weeks and involved documents I would have struggled to navigate myself. Everything was handled directly and explained clearly. I would come back to this office if I ever needed legal help again."
April 2025
Rungnapa C.
Chiang Mai, TH · Postnuptial agreement
"My husband and I decided to formalise our financial arrangements several years into our marriage. We were both a little apprehensive about how the conversation would feel. It was handled with care — both sides heard, nothing pushed. The agreement reflects what we actually wanted."
March 2025
Case Summaries
Situations We Have Helped Resolve
Three brief accounts of the kind of matters this practice handles. Details are anonymised.
Case Study 01 — Divorce Proceedings
The Situation
A couple with a shared property portfolio and one child could not agree on asset division. The other party had legal representation and initial correspondence had been tense.
What We Did
Reviewed the asset records and prepared a legally sound proposal for division. Correspondence was drafted to address the other party's concerns without inflaming the situation.
How It Resolved
A negotiated agreement was reached before the matter reached a contested hearing. The client avoided a prolonged court process. Duration: approximately four months.
Case Study 02 — Prenuptial Agreement
The Situation
A Thai-Swiss couple planning to marry in Chiang Mai. The Swiss partner owned property in Europe; the Thai partner had a family business. Both wanted clarity before the wedding.
What We Did
Facilitated the disclosure process, drafted an agreement covering Thai marital property rules, and coordinated with the Swiss partner's European adviser to ensure cross-border consistency.
How It Resolved
The agreement was signed and registered at the district office on the day of their marriage. Both parties reported feeling settled about the arrangement.
Case Study 03 — Foreign Recognition
The Situation
A Thai national who had lived in the UK for 12 years returned to Chiang Mai after a UK court divorce. She needed the divorce recognised in Thailand to update her civil registration.
What We Did
Arranged certified translation of the UK decree absolute and supporting documents, obtained the necessary apostille, and handled the application at the district office on her behalf.
How It Resolved
Thai recognition confirmed within three weeks of the completed documentation. Her civil registration was updated without her needing to attend multiple government offices herself.
Contact
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Telephone
+66 53 286 4793Address
27/3 Nimmana Haeminda Road Lane 11,
Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai,
Chiang Mai 50200
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 17:30
Saturday: 10:00 – 14:00
By the Numbers
The Practice in Brief
12+
Years in Practice
340+
Clients Assisted
4.8
Average Rating
28
Nationalities Served
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