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SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
Satun

Family & Inheritance Law in Satun

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 Satun — About us

Satun borders Malaysia both overland at Wang Prachan and by sea from Tammalang pier to Langkawi, has Koh Lipe as its main destination, and is one of the four provinces where Islamic law on family and inheritance is applied in the provincial court, with a Dato Yutithum sitting on the case. The work therefore spans cross-border trade and travel, tourism business, and family and inheritance matters decided under Islamic legal principles.

Family and inheritance cases here are decided on principles that differ from other provinces — shares, heirs, and evidence alike — and importing an approach from elsewhere is usually wrong from the start. We assess the matter against the principles the local court actually applies, run the file from our Khon Kaen head office and Bangkok branch, and travel to appear at the Satun Provincial Court.

Courts we appear at

  • •Satun Provincial Court
  • •Satun Juvenile and Family Court
  • •Region 9 Labor Court (Songkhla)
1130
km from HQ
0.3M
population
3
courts

Mueang Satun, La-ngu, Khuan Don, Thung Wa, Tha Phae, Koh Lipe, and the areas continuing into Trang and Songkhla

What we cover in Satun

  • 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 Satun 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

Frequently asked questions — Family & Inheritance Law in Satun

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.