English-speaking lawyers in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is northern Thailand's main city and a long time favourite of retirees, digital nomads and teachers from abroad. English-speaking lawyers in Chiang Mai handle the legal side of living there.

Foreigners generally cannot own land in Thailand, so buyers look at condominium units within the foreign quota or long leases. A lawyer should check the title deed at the Land Office before money moves. Retirement and marriage visas, work permits and setting up a Thai company with proper shareholding are other common topics. Marriages, prenuptial agreements and divorce come up too. Thai courts use Thai, and foreign documents must be translated and often certified by an embassy.

Lawyers need a licence from the Lawyers Council of Thailand, and you can ask for the licence number. Some visa agents are not lawyers, so check before you pay. English-speaking lawyers in Chiang Mai usually quote fixed fees for visa and property work. Shortlist English-speaking lawyers in Chiang Mai from this page. Compare the firms below and contact them directly.