Can foreigners be Thai lawyers?

No; Thai nationality is required.

How can I obtain the service charges?

Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

Per Lawyers Council requirements.

The Council considers its nature.

No; Thai nationality is required.

Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

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Section 35 qualifications

Thai nationality, required education and advocacy training, no disgraceful conviction as judged by the Council, and other statutory criteria.

Record check

The Lawyers Council specifies supporting documents, including a background check in its prescribed form.

Thai Bar Association

Membership and the Barrister exam follow separate Thai Bar rules.

Foreigners

Thai lawyer licences are limited to Thai nationals; foreigners may advise on foreign law within work-permit conditions.

Prior cases

The Council considers the nature of the case; prepare the judgment and an explanation.

Professional conduct

Licensed lawyers are subject to conduct rules and discipline.

Frequently asked questions

Are lawyers checked?: Per Lawyers Council requirements.
Past case?: The Council considers its nature.
Can foreigners be Thai lawyers?: No; Thai nationality is required.
Same rules for the Bar?: Separate rules apply.
Ongoing regulation?: Yes, conduct rules.
How can I obtain the service charges?: Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

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