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◊ Benoit and Partners: Elevating Legal Standards as a Bangkok Law Firm

Our Bangkok Law Firm is located in Bangkok at No. 56 Bisco Tower, 16th Floor, Unit 21, Sap Road, Si Phraya Subdistrict, Bang Rak District, Bangkok 10500, where we have a team of 15 lawyers, accountants and support staff.

Our Bangkok law firm is managed by our Thai Director, Mr. Chonchanok Rugsakich, who is in charge of the litigation and property department within our firm and by Mr. Laurent Benoit, Co-Founder and Co-Director, French qualified lawyer, tax expert in Thailand and internationally.

Is also able to practice in all areas of law. However, we specialise in corporate, accountancy and tax work, which includes all of our clients.

◊ Expertise that Defines Our Bangkok Law Firm

Choosing a Bangkok Law Firm: Why It Matters

Bangkok is both the capital city of the country and the centre of its legal system. The city houses nine criminal and eight civil courts with most of these bearing a specific name. The legal importance of Bangkok is further highlighted by the presence of the Thailand ‘s most prestigious Court of Appeal as well as the Supreme Court. Bangkok having within its environs a number of specialized Thai courts including the Labour Court, Bankruptcy Court and Intellectual Property Court, it is apt for any prudent client to have a lawyer with offices throughout Thailand.

From company registration, Thai immigration, Thai divorce among others, Bangkok is home to the offices of the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Justice as well as the main branch offices of the Land Department and various other legal and administrative offices through out Thailand. All the various provincial offices in Thailand are considered branches of the central office. In regard to this, always remember to work with a Bangkok lawyer who has a network of branch offices.

Company Registration

Our company offers several services to international clients who want to establish a business in Thailand. These services include incorporating Thai or foreign-majority-owned companies limited by shares, as well as registering foreign-registered entities that have the right to do business in Thailand under foreign law. Moreover, we provide assistance in obtaining different licences, including import/export licence, FDA licence, and liquor licence, among others. Finally, we offer work permits and business visas.

Accounting and Tax

Maximize your business with our expert accounting services in Bangkok and beyond. Effective support is essential whether you are growing, downsizing or restructuring. Our outsourced accounting services in Bangkok, Thailand and beyond are designed for seamless integration and comprehensive financial solutions.

How our accounting services work:

• It is often beneficial to have external accounting expertise in today’s ever-changing marketplace, whether you are streamlining financial operations, expanding into new markets, or addressing more complex changes.
• In Thailand, outsourcing your accounting needs can allow you to focus on your primary business functions. With Benoit and Partners, you are getting the continuity and high quality needed to grow your business with confidence.
• In any scenario, access to critical financial data is vital. Our team accept the responsibility of managing your monthly accounting and reporting obligations with the integrity to which our name is accustomed, enabling your management team to concentrate on successfully developing your enterprise.

We are a respected provider of external accounting services in Thailand, and we are proud to provide accounting and reporting services in Bangkok and far beyond. As an established accounting firm in Bangkok, we  have talented finance specialists working with businesses in numerous jurisdictions.

Property Lawyer

Our property division within our law firm offers a variety of services to protect the rights and interests of individuals from around the world looking to purchase real estate in Thailand. Our property lawyers are experienced in the acquisition of property in Thailand to include leases, condominiums, villas, project development, construction law, licensing, as well as providing the most effective options and legal safeguards for our clients’ investments and interests in Thailand.

Notary Services

Benoit and Partners offers notary services in our Bangkok law firm, notarising documents for Thai citizens and foreigners. This service is available during our office hours for a nominal fee.

• Certification of the identity of the parties to a contract;
• Confirming the genuineness of a signature on a document;
• Authentication and certification of certain categories of documents;
• Certification of documents, including legal documents issued by the government;
• Taking oaths and affirmations;
• Certifying the signing of documents by the parties.

Litigation Services

The experienced team of our Litigation Department, which knows Thai civil and labour law inside and out, provides legal assistance and representation to clients involved in civil and labour disputes. These include dispute resolution, mediation and arbitration before Thai courts and administrative bodies.

For expert and skilled management of your visa issues in Bangkok, you’ll want to speak with an immigration attorney who can navigate the process with expertise. This may include a Thai Elite Visa, a Thai Retirement Visa, a Thai Marriage Visa or a Thai Business Visa. Our immigration team offers an initial consultation at no charge to assess a suitable strategy for a successful visa application.

Defending our clients’ interests in the Bangkok law firm: Our legal representation

Thailand’s civil justice system has unique procedural steps that are significantly different from common law or civil law systems. The Thai version of civil justice is premised on the law applied to the evidence. The courts are tiered: municipal, provincial, juvenile, family, specialised, administrative, constitutional, military. The Civil and Commercial Code governs procedure: Pre-suit, depositions by written questions, witnesses, what law the courts apply to appeals, how judgments are enforced, how foreign judgments are embraced. The Consumer Protection Act embraces complex products liability cases, and the Class Action Law adds consumer protection and business liability.

Benoit and Partners provides the following legal services in court:

Benoit and Partners’ Dispute Resolution & Litigation team works with its Corporate, Banking and Tax teams. The team’s philosophy is one of early intervention, cost effectiveness and business interests. The team has been involved in cases before the following courts: The Supreme Court, the Civil Court, the Criminal Court, the Administrative Court, the Labour Court, the Consumer Court, the Tax Court. the Intellectual Property Court and international and domestic Arbitration Centres.

◊ Tackling legal challenges in Bangkok: Our dedicated support

In our law firm, we prioritize alternative dispute resolution over costly litigation, seeking resolutions that protect clients’ best interests.

• Alternative Dispute Resolution Options in Thailand: Conflicts need not culminate in court rulings alone; negotiation and cooperation offer alternatives. Thailand provides an Alternative Dispute Resolution system allowing parties to settle differences through direct talks. This straightforward method can involve advisors. Negotiation ensures privacy, affordability and swiftness. Attorneys may continue negotiating even during legal proceedings, often leading to agreements without final judgments. Bargaining proves effective for various disputes, lessening the demand for trials.
• Impartial Intermediaries: Alternative Dispute Resolution utilizes an unbiased third party to facilitate equitable agreements. When discussions deadlock, a fair facilitator may smooth negotiations, adopting a less formal method than traditional mediation.
• Our Alternative Dispute Resolution Assistance: While direct negotiation remains possible, many seek counsel. At Benoit and Partners, our specialized ADR team advises clients on bargaining strategies, communication and compromise. Though non-binding under Thai law, negotiated contracts can establish legally enforceable terms, allowing recourse if breached.
• Cultural Considerations in Thai Negotiations: Bargaining practices in Thai business mirror local customs. Grasping Thai culture, discourse and diversity proves crucial for success. Thailand’s intricate society impacts behavior and dynamics during deals, emphasizing cultural awareness in commerce.

◊ The primary legal services we frequently offer in Bangkok

Corporate and Commercial Solutions

Our legal practice is dedicated specifically to providing comprehensive corporate and commercial services to both domestic and international clients, who are seeking to invest and to grow their business interests in the ASEAN region.

We go beyond focusing on any particular sector or the demographic of the investor, to give individual attention to the specific needs of your business expansion, with specialisation in transaction structuring, contract drafting and negotiation, legal due diligence.

With a strong team richly experienced in mergers and acquisitions, investment regulations and incentives, we are armed and ready to respond to your business demands. Our wide network also encompasses financial accounting and reporting, so as to completely support your business growth.

Accounting and tax expertise

Our dedicated team of outsourced accounting professionals in Bangkok, Thailand come from a variety of industries and backgrounds. Whatever the size of your business, we can tailor an accounting services team to meet your specific needs.

Our wide range of outsourced accounting services in Thailand include:

• Ensuring compliance with local regulations
• Delivering reports by set monthly deadlines, customised with your required information
• Ensuring accuracy of internal and external reporting for stakeholder transparency
• Providing day-to-day accounting and tax compliance services, including complex tasks
• Support your finance and accounting transformation 

We ensure your company’s full compliance with Thai financial regulations by preparing and submitting monthly filings in accordance with Thai Financial Reporting Standards (TFRS), such as: 

• Balance sheet
• Bank reconciliation
• Customer ageing report
• General ledger
• Journal
• Profit and Loss Statement
• Vendor ageing report
• Supporting accounting schedules
• VAT (PP30 and 36)
• Withholding tax (PND 1, 3, 53, 54)
• Streamlined work permit and visa services

Navigating work permits and visas is critical when expanding your operations in ASEAN. We offer comprehensive visa and work permit services, including obtaining, renewing, amending and cancelling work permits. We also assist clients and their families with visa extensions, multiple re-entry permits and immigration updates.

Expert Visa Services

Our firm offers comprehensive assistance to clients and their families in securing long-term visas, including:

• Preparation of non-immigrant visa applications, including e-visas
• Visa renewals at the Thai Immigration Office
• Securing multiple re-entry permits
• Reporting changes to the Immigration Department
• Handling visa transfers, entry stamp corrections and 90-day notifications
• Efficient work permits

We assist in obtaining, renewing, amending and cancelling work permits for non-Thai nationals.

Comprehensive property support

Our firm has extensive experience in assisting developers, vendors and purchasers and has substantial expertise in drafting, negotiation, land due diligence and registration of title transfers with provincial land offices, with a view to protect the interests of its clients to the greatest possible extent by ensuring that they are fully informed about local regulations, the ownership, leasehold and true underling marketable title issues applicable to Thailand and its unique system of land and property transactions.

Employment services tailored to your needs

Expanding into ASEAN requires the recruitment of local and expatriate resources. Our firm is recognized for its expertise in creating customized employment contracts and employee manuals specifically designed for use within the region. With in-depth knowledge of local employment laws, we’re your partner for all your employment needs.

Effective dispute resolution

Business disputes are a reality, whether they involve contracting parties, employees, employers or shareholders. Our experienced litigators and lawyers skilfully manage and guide dispute resolution through litigation, arbitration or pre-litigation negotiations.

Our law firm has a presence in multiple cities across Thailand. Our offices are located in Bangkok, Koh Samui, Phuket, and Pattaya, ensuring that we are accessible to our clients no matter where they are. Whether you need assistance with business law, immigration, real estate, or other legal matters, our experienced team is here to provide expert guidance and support throughout the country.