Our Advantages
Why families in Bangkok come to Baanrak
There are many law firms in Bangkok. We think the difference lies not just in legal knowledge, but in how a firm treats the people who walk through its door.
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What you gain by working with us
Six reasons clients choose Baanrak — and continue to recommend us to people they care about.
Deep family law expertise
Our lawyers work exclusively in family law. That focused experience means we have encountered most situations before — and we know how to navigate them.
Plain, honest communication
Legal language can make simple things feel complicated. We explain everything in plain terms, and we always tell clients what we know rather than what they might want to hear.
A pace that suits you
Some clients are ready to move quickly; others need time to think. We adapt to the individual, not the other way around.
Complete confidentiality
Nothing you share with us leaves the firm without your consent. Legal privilege applies from the first conversation.
Transparent, stated fees
Fees are agreed in writing before work begins. Clients are never surprised by an invoice they did not expect.
Thai and international experience
We assist Thai nationals and expatriates in equal measure. Cross-border family matters are handled with the same care as domestic ones.
Expertise
Practitioners who know Thai family law thoroughly
Family law in Thailand is a distinct area of practice. Its rules on divorce, asset division, maintenance, and adoption sit within the Civil and Commercial Code and several specific acts. Knowing the letter of the law is only part of what matters — understanding how courts in Bangkok approach these cases in practice, and what approach works best in negotiation, is equally important.
Our lawyers have spent years working within this system. They know which documents a district office will require, how judges at the Family and Juvenile Court tend to assess maintenance claims, and how to frame an adoption application so it moves smoothly through the Department of Children and Youth.
Our expertise covers
- Mutual consent and contested divorce proceedings
- Child custody and parental rights arrangements
- Marital property and asset division
- Spousal and child maintenance assessment
- Domestic and inter-country adoption
- Guardianship applications and court appointments
What client service looks like at Baanrak
- Response to messages within one business day
- Regular case updates without needing to ask
- Appointments available on Saturdays for working clients
- Availability in English and Thai
- Willingness to discuss fee arrangements where needed
Client Service
A service built around how people actually live
Family legal matters don't follow office hours. People may need to ask questions in the evening, or take a call during a lunch break. We try to accommodate that reality, not ask clients to fit around our convenience.
We keep clients informed at every stage. If something changes, you will hear about it promptly. If you have a question, it will be answered fully — not with a brief reply that creates more questions.
Pricing
Fees that reflect the work, set out from the start
Legal costs can feel opaque. Many people delay getting advice because they are not sure what it will cost. We believe a clearer picture — given early — helps people make better decisions about their situation.
Our fixed-fee starting prices for each service are published openly. For matters that are likely to take longer, we discuss what factors influence cost and agree an approach with the client before proceeding. Nothing is billed without prior agreement.
Service fees from
Divorce & Separation Counsel
Compassionate guidance through every step
฿5,750
Spousal Maintenance Guidance
Fair, grounded maintenance advice
฿2,000
Adoption & Guardianship Support
Warm support throughout the process
฿3,800
How We Compare
A different kind of family law practice
Not all legal services are the same. Here is how our approach differs from what many clients have encountered elsewhere.
| What matters to clients | Many providers | Baanrak |
|---|---|---|
| Clear fees agreed in advance | ||
| Exclusive focus on family law | ||
| Advice in English and Thai | Sometimes | |
| Saturday appointments | ||
| Response within one business day | Varies | |
| Inter-country adoption experience |
What Sets Us Apart
Distinctive features of working with Baanrak
Family law only
We do not practise commercial law, property law, or immigration law on the side. Family law is everything we do — which means it is everything we are good at.
Fully bilingual service
All our lawyers advise fluently in both Thai and English. Expatriate clients receive the same depth of service as Thai nationals — documents, explanations, and court representation included.
Mediation-informed approach
Where both parties are willing, we encourage mediated solutions. Agreements reached through discussion tend to hold better over time than those imposed by a court.
Child-centred perspective
In matters involving children, we keep the child's long-term wellbeing in focus — not just the legal outcome. That perspective shapes the advice we give and the solutions we pursue.
Recognition
Milestones and professional standing
12+
Years of family law practice in Bangkok
480+
Families assisted since founding
3
Licensed specialists in family law
94%
Clients who report a satisfactory outcome
Members of the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Recognised in the Asia-Pacific Family Law Directory 2024
PDPA-compliant data handling since 2022
See how we can help your family
A first conversation is confidential, unhurried, and carries no obligation. If you are wondering whether we are the right fit, the simplest thing is to reach out and ask.
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