Family Law: 20-Point Guide
Each item below is a practical step or decision point relevant to your matter.
- Prenuptial AgreementsDrafted under Thai Civil & Commercial Code.Asset schedules and governing law fit.Court enforceability prioritized.
- Contested DivorceGrounds, evidence, and witness strategy.Interim relief for custody or support.Settlement windows kept open.
- Uncontested DivorceAmicable terms drafted precisely.Property division and maintenance agreed.Registration at district office guided.
- Child Custody & SupportBest interest and parenting plans.Guardianship and visitation logistics.Calculation methods aligned to law.
- Spousal SupportNeeds and capacity objectively assessed.Duration, step-downs, and triggers.Enforcement and modification rules.
- Property DivisionMarital vs. personal property traced.Valuation and tax implications covered.Transfers documented and registered.
- International MattersCross-border marriages and assets.Jurisdiction and choice of law analysis.Recognition and enforcement planned.
- Protective OrdersDomestic violence protection options.Evidence, filings, and hearings.Safety planning and referrals.
- Adoption (Thai or Inter-country)Home studies and authority approvals.Court procedures and translations.Post-placement reporting timelines.
- Paternity & LegitimationAcknowledgment and DNA testing paths.Rights, surname, and support duties.Registration and record updates.
- Name ChangesAdult or minor name change steps.Publications and court involvement.Record corrections post-order.
- Relocation CasesMove-away standards and proposals.Schooling and contact time models.Travel costs and passport issues.
- Mediation in FamilyChild-focused problem solving.Neutral facilitator and caucus use.Memoranda of understanding issued.
- Surrogacy GuidanceThai law restrictions explained.Alternative jurisdictions assessed.Parental orders and citizenship risks.
- Grandparent RightsContact orders in special cases.Evidence of child's welfare impact.Proportionate arrangements outlined.
- Cohabitation AgreementsProperty and expense sharing rules.Exit and dispute resolution clauses.Privacy and confidentiality terms.
- Wills for FamiliesGuardianship directions and trusts.Asset protection and probate mapping.Cross-border coordination ensured.
- Enforcement of OrdersContempt and compliance strategies.Police involvement where appropriate.International enforcement routes.
- Appeals in Family CasesGrounds and prospects assessed early.Stay applications and transcripts.Timeline and costs forecast.
- Child Abduction (Hague)Treaty scope and defenses reviewed.Return applications and undertakings.Coordination with central authorities.