Trade Disputes in Thailand
Litigation is a costly, time consuming and stressful method to resolve trade disputes. It should only be considered as a last resort, after other options have been exhausted. In this case, the Philippines argued that Thailand’s measures had negatively impacted imported cigarettes, and thus breached the CVA and GATT. The DSB ruled in favour of […]
Labor Disputes in Thailand
Labor disputes can arise on a variety of issues including changes in terms and conditions of employment, overtime payments, relocation of workplaces and severance pay. These can be complex if the employees are migrant workers. Workers’ access to complaint mechanisms depends on a number of factors including local work practices, the availability and practice of […]
Civil and Criminal Cases in Thailand
Litigation in Thailand is a long and unpredictable process. The Timeframe for Judicial Proceedings Act and Regulation were created to streamline and improve the judicial process and provide clarity for individuals, businesses, and investors. In criminal cases, the court in the district where an offence is committed, alleged or believed to have been committed or […]
Marriage in Thailand
In Thailand marriage is only legally binding once all documents have been formally registered at the local district office (known as an ‘amphur’ or ‘khet’ in Thai). This will normally take at least 4 days taking into consideration weekend and public holidays. Most women who have taken this life-trajectory reported that their lives had improved […]
Child Legitimation in Thailand
In Thailand, child legitimation is an important process that ensures children receive the same rights and privileges as those born in wedlock. It also demonstrates the nation’s commitment to safeguarding children’s rights. Under Thai CCC Section 1547, a father may apply to register his legitimate children at the local district office. The mother and child […]
Child Support in Thailand
Under Thai Family Law, both parents are obliged to financially support their children until they reach legal age. The child support can be decided in written mutual agreement or by a court order. It should cover the cost of food, shelter, clothes and medicines. The court will decide the amount of maintenance after considering the […]
Child Custody in Thailand
Normally during a divorce in Thailand the parents will make an agreement about child custody. This agreement will include visitation rights. By law the parents are dictated to take care of their children and provide them with physical, emotional and mental support. This is called parental power or authority. In Thailand, unlike some Western countries, […]
Filing of Divorce in Thailand
If the couple agreed to divorce they will register their administrative divorce at the district office where they registered their marriage. This is a simple procedure but requires that both spouses attend personally and they cannot be represented by a lawyer. A lawyer will help ensure that all necessary steps are taken and that the […]
US-Thai Treaty of Amity
The US-Thai Treaty of Amity, also known as the “Amity” Treaty, is a vital tool for fostering trade and economic cooperation between the United States and Thailand. It allows for American citizens to incorporate Thai companies with a majority of American shareholders and engage in a wide range of business activities. National Treatment The US-Thai […]
Registering a Company Under the Thailand Board of Investment
Registering a company under the Thailand Board of Investment offers a variety of benefits. However, it is important to understand the requirements and limitations of BOI promotion before applying. The process is complicated and involves presenting a project to BOI officers. The officers often ask for complementary information and make sure the numbers make sense. […]