Services at Sukhothai Counsel
Three services, each designed around a specific need
We do not offer a single catch-all family law service. Each of our three services has a distinct purpose, a structured process, and a clear fee — so you can identify what your situation actually calls for.
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How we approach every engagement
Every matter at Sukhothai Counsel begins with the client's account of their situation — described in their own words, without a checklist in front of them. We believe that the quality of the legal work depends on the quality of the listening that precedes it.
After each substantive meeting, we prepare a written summary covering what was discussed, the legal framework that applies, and the options available. This is not a billing note — it is a document the client can read at their own pace before deciding what to do next.
We are transparent about fees at each stage and invoice only for work completed. We do not pressure clients to proceed faster than their situation requires — or at all, if that is the right conclusion.
Listen first
Every engagement begins with an unhurried account of the client's situation in their own words.
Document clearly
Written summaries after each meeting ensure nothing is lost between sessions.
Advise honestly
We describe what we see, including the limits of what legal action can achieve.
Proceed at the client's pace
Each stage begins only when the client is ready and has agreed to the scope of the next step.
Initial Family Matter Consultation
฿3,800 per session
A first sitting for clients weighing decisions related to a family matter who want a careful, confidential conversation before deciding how to proceed. The session covers the client's situation in their own words, an outline of the legal framework that applies, and a written summary the client can take away to consider at their own pace. There is no presumption that further work will follow.
What is included
- Up to 90 minutes of confidential discussion with a senior practitioner
- Overview of the applicable Thai family law framework
- Plain-language written summary delivered within two business days
- No obligation to proceed with further legal work
Typical process
Best for: Individuals at an early stage — not yet sure whether they need legal advice, or what kind.
Book a SessionMarriage Agreement Drafting
฿16,500
A careful drafting service for couples who wish to set out their respective property and financial arrangements in a written agreement, either before marriage or after. The process begins with separate intake conversations with each party, followed by a joint discussion of the terms each wishes to include. The agreement is then drafted with care for clarity and balance, and reviewed with both parties before finalisation.
What is included
- Separate intake meetings with each party
- Joint discussion to agree on terms
- Full agreement draft and review with both parties
- One round of amendments included
- Finalised document suitable for registration under Thai law
Typical process
Best for: Couples preparing a pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement. Typical timeline: 2–6 weeks.
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Family Dispute Mediation Representation
฿32,000
Representation in mediated family disputes — matters that the parties wish to resolve outside formal court proceedings, with the assistance of a neutral mediator. We prepare the client's position before each session, attend mediation alongside the client, and assist in drafting any settlement agreement that emerges. We are honest about the strengths and limits of the client's position at every stage.
What is included
- Thorough preparation before each mediation session
- Attendance at mediation sessions with the client
- Debrief and position reassessment after each session
- Settlement agreement drafting if a resolution is reached
- Candid position assessment at every stage
Typical process
Best for: Families with a specific dispute they wish to resolve without formal court proceedings.
Start a ConversationChoosing the Right Service
Which service fits your situation?
If you are not sure which service applies, the initial consultation is usually the right starting point. We can advise from there.
| Your situation | Initial Consultation | Marriage Agreement | Mediation Representation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not sure where you stand legally | — | — | |
| Exploring options before deciding anything | — | — | |
| Planning or recently married, need a property agreement | — | — | |
| One or both parties has foreign nationality or assets abroad | |||
| Active dispute, prefer not to go to court | — | — | |
| Both parties open to negotiation | — |
Across All Services
Professional standards that apply to every engagement
Strict confidentiality
All communications are covered by legal professional privilege under Thai law. Files are stored on encrypted systems with access restricted to the lawyers involved.
Written records of every meeting
A plain-language summary is delivered to the client within two business days of each substantive meeting — at no additional charge.
Transparent, staged billing
The fee for each stage is agreed before the work begins. Invoices are issued when work is complete, not in advance.
Senior practitioner continuity
The same senior lawyer who meets you at the outset remains your primary contact throughout. Matters are not transferred to junior staff mid-engagement.
One-business-day response
Enquiries and client messages receive a substantive response within one business day during office hours.
Honest assessment
We describe the legal position as we see it — including the limits of what can be achieved — rather than presenting an optimistic view that may not survive contact with reality.
Fee Summary
Clear fees for each service
Initial Consultation
฿3,800
per session
- Up to 90 minutes
- Written summary included
- No obligation to proceed
Marriage Agreement
฿16,500
per agreement
- Separate and joint meetings
- Full draft and one revision round
- Ready for registration
Mediation Representation
฿32,000
per engagement
- Full preparation and attendance
- Settlement drafting included
- Staged billing throughout
Not sure which service you need?
An initial consultation is usually the right starting point. We will listen carefully and help you understand where you stand before recommending a path forward.
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