Corporate lawyer in Thailand
Company registration, FBA licences, BOI applications, contracts, and M&A all require Thai legal expertise, separate from visa agents. At Thai Visa Centre in Bangkok, we handle immigration and work permits while coordinating timelines with your corporate lawyer.
TVC is not a law firm. We refer corporate legal work to qualified Thai attorneys and focus on visa and work-permit compliance. See our company structures guide for entity options before you engage counsel.
We handle visas and work permits, not company registration or litigation.
MOA, FBA, BOI, contracts, M&A, and disputes.
Filing, payroll, and audited financial statements.
None of these roles substitutes for another. Plan all three early.
What corporate lawyers handle
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Company formation | MOA, share structure, DBD registration |
| Foreign Business Act | Licence applications for restricted activities |
| BOI and Amity | Application drafting and activity matching |
| Commercial contracts | Employment, shareholder, lease, and supply agreements |
| M&A | Due diligence and share purchase transactions |
| Dissolution | Liquidation and creditor settlement |
| Disputes | Shareholder conflicts, labour, and regulatory matters |
When to engage a lawyer
| Phase | Action |
|---|---|
| Before registration | Choose company structure, foreign ownership strategy, and draft shareholder agreement |
| Before signing | Review lease for registered office, partner term sheet, and executive employment contracts |
| Before problems | Address FBA rejection, nominee shareholder pressure, or audit and strike-off risk |
Lawyer vs accountant vs visa agent
| Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Corporate lawyer | Legal structure, contracts, licences, litigation |
| Accountant/auditor | Books, tax filing, payroll compliance |
| TVC (visa agent) | Non-immigrant visa, work permit, immigration compliance |
Nominee shareholders: Walk away from nominee arrangements. They are illegal under Thai law and create criminal and immigration risk.
How TVC coordinates with lawyers
Lawyer incorporates
Company formation and FBA or BOI certificate obtained.
TVC visa application
Non-immigrant B visa at Thai embassy for directors and employees.
TVC work permit
After company tax ID and 4:1 Thai-to-foreign ratio requirements are met.
Lawyer and accountant
Ongoing compliance, contracts, and tax filings from day one.
Choosing a corporate law firm
- Foreign Business Act track record in your sector
- BOI experience for manufacturing or tech projects
- Bilingual team with clear English communication
- Bangkok vs regional expertise for your zone
- Transparent fee structure: registration packages vs hourly litigation
Common mistakes without legal counsel
- Verbal shareholder deals without signed agreement
- MOA objectives too narrow or off-scope for actual business
- Representative office conducting sales activities
- IP assigned to wrong entity in group structure
- Buying shelf company with hidden liabilities
Frequently asked questions
General answers about when foreigners need Thai corporate legal counsel. This guide is not legal advice.
Q:Does TVC register companies?
A:We coordinate immigration. Company registration is handled by corporate lawyers we can introduce alongside visa planning.
Q:How much do corporate lawyers charge?
A:Limited company registration packages often range from modest fixed fees to higher for FBA or BOI work. Get written quotes.
Q:Can any lawyer do BOI?
A:Specialist investment law experience matters for complex BOI and zone incentives.
Q:Do I need a lawyer for work permit?
A:Not mandatory. TVC and similar agents handle immigration. A lawyer is needed when employer structure or job scope is disputed.
Q:When should I engage a corporate lawyer?
A:Before registration, before signing leases or partner agreements, and before FBA or regulatory problems escalate.
Q:What is the difference between lawyer and accountant?
A:Lawyers handle legal structure, contracts, and licences. Accountants handle books, tax filing, and payroll compliance.
Q:How does TVC coordinate with lawyers?
A:We share document checklists with your legal team to avoid immigration delays after company incorporation.
Q:Is TVC a law firm?
A:No. TVC is not a law firm. We refer corporate legal work to qualified Thai attorneys and focus on visa and work-permit compliance.