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SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
Nong Khai

Family & Inheritance Law in Nong Khai

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 Nong Khai — About us

Nong Khai is a trade gateway to Laos via the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and the Nong Khai customs checkpoint. Matters here often involve import-export, customs procedures, and Mekong cross-border trade. We handle customs cases, international-trade contracts, civil and criminal litigation, and business advisory.

Our Khon Kaen base is under 200 km from Nong Khai, making court appearances and coordination with the customs house and local agencies straightforward. The team understands Thai-Lao border trade and customs-tax cases — a core strength of the firm.

Courts we appear at

  • •Nong Khai Provincial Court
  • •Nong Khai Juvenile and Family Court
170
km from HQ
0.5M
population
2
courts

Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, and Udon Thani

What we cover in Nong Khai

  • 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 Nong Khai attorneys

We serve clients across Thailand. Initial consultation.

ContactWhatsApp+66 92 254 2045

Further reading — related guide

Family Law Guide
Divorce, Marital Property and Child Custody in Thailand: A Practical Guide 2026

Want a divorce but don't know where to start? Learn the difference between divorce by mutual consent and divorce by court judgment, how marital property is divided, who gets custody, and how child support is set. By a Khon Kaen family law team with 40 years of experience.

12 min read
Read the guide

Family & Inheritance Law across Thailand — full overview

Frequently asked questions — Family & Inheritance Law in Nong Khai

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.