Hat Yai
Family & Inheritance Law in Hat Yai
Family and inheritance matters handled with discretion
Divorce, custody, Thai wills, probate and estate administration, and disputes over family assets — including succession for foreign heirs and the rules that apply when a foreigner inherits property in Thailand.
Family & Inheritance Law in Hat Yai — About us
Service for Hat Yai, Songkhla — Southern trade hub and gateway to Malaysia. We understand cross-border trade law and Halal business.
Hat Yai borders Malaysia with cross-border trade and Muslim tourism. We assist with export contracts, customs tax, and Halal standards.
Courts we appear at
- •Songkhla Provincial Court (Hat Yai branch)
1500
km from HQ
0.3M
population
1
courts
Past matters in Hat Yai
- Halal food export contract to Malaysia
Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat
What we cover in Hat Yai
- Divorce, child custody and maintenance
- Thai will drafting for foreign nationals
- Probate and estate administration
- Intestate succession and statutory heirs
- Inheriting Thai property as a foreign heir
- Contested estates and family asset disputes
- Adoption and guardianship
Contact our Hat Yai attorneys
We serve clients across Thailand. Initial consultation.
Frequently asked questions — Family & Inheritance Law in Hat Yai
8 questions answered
Divorce by consent is registered at the District Office in one day; contested divorce requires statutory grounds (Sec. 1516 CCC) and takes 6-12 months.
Courts apply the best-interests-of-the-child standard, weighing income, closeness, home environment, and the child's view if over 7.
No — an ordinary will only needs signatures before two witnesses. But a lawyer ensures content is valid and resistant to challenge.
Distribution follows six classes of statutory heirs. The surviving spouse takes half of marital property; children share the remainder equally.
The court appoints upon petition of an heir or creditor, typically within 2-4 months if uncontested.
Fees depend on the matter's nature and complexity. We always provide a clear written quote before starting. Initial consultation is free — call +66 92 254 2045.
No — initial phone, email, or LINE consultations are free, so you can assess your situation before committing.
It depends on the matter type. We provide a clear timeline at the outset and regular progress updates.