Why Choose Us
What separates a settled estate from a troubled one is the right counsel
Nakhon Counsel brings together specialised inheritance expertise, transparent pricing, and a manner of working that respects the particular difficulty of this area of law.
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Six reasons families choose Nakhon Counsel
Focused Solely on Inheritance
We do not handle commercial contracts or criminal matters. Inheritance and estate work is what we do, which means the team's knowledge is deep and current.
Fixed, Stated Fees
Each service carries a fixed fee agreed before any work begins. You will not encounter unexpected charges or open-ended billing.
Sensitive to Grief
Our team understands that clients often come to us during or shortly after bereavement. We adjust our manner and our pace accordingly, without exception.
Deep Regional Knowledge
Familiarity with Khon Kaen provincial court, nearby district courts, and the Land Department offices across the northeastern region means less delay and fewer complications.
Written Summaries at Every Stage
Every meeting and significant development is followed by a written summary, so you always have a clear record of where the matter stands and what comes next.
Confidentiality as Standard
All matters are handled with absolute discretion. We do not discuss client affairs externally and our filing systems are structured to protect privacy at all times.
Professional Expertise
Fourteen years working exclusively in estate and inheritance law
The practice has been handling inheritance matters since 2011, building a body of knowledge specific to Thai estate law, provincial court procedures, and Land Department transfer processes. This focus means the team does not need to relearn the relevant law for each new matter — they know it.
Clients benefit from a team that has handled estates of every shape: straightforward single-heir successions, multi-heir distributions involving several provinces, contested wills, and cases requiring court-appointed administrator proceedings.
Members in good standing of the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Current working knowledge of Thai Civil and Commercial Code Book VI
Over 340 estates handled since practice opened
Experience across Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Maha Sarakham, and Roi Et provinces
Fee Structure
Inheritance Review Meeting
฿4,300Estate Settlement Support
฿9,600Full Inheritance Dispute Handling
฿17,000Third-party disbursements (court fees, Land Department charges) are itemised separately and agreed in advance.
Value and Pricing
Clear fees, agreed before anything begins
Legal costs associated with estate matters carry an unfortunate reputation for unpredictability. Nakhon Counsel addresses this directly: every service is offered at a fixed fee, stated clearly at the outset and confirmed in writing before any work commences.
Where a matter involves third-party costs — filing fees with the court, charges at the Land Department, translation services — these are itemised, explained, and agreed with the client separately. Nothing is added without discussion.
Results and Outcomes
Most estates settle without litigation — and we aim to keep it that way
Around 96% of the matters handled by Nakhon Counsel reach resolution without formal court proceedings. This is not accidental. The practice begins every disputed matter by exploring whether a negotiated resolution is feasible, saving families time, cost, and the additional strain of litigation.
Where court proceedings are necessary, the team is prepared and experienced. Clients facing contested matters receive a clear explanation of the process, realistic timescales, and consistent updates throughout.
96%
Settled without court
340+
Estates completed
14+
Years of practice
1–3
Months average settlement
How We Compare
What distinguishes a specialist from a general practice
| Feature | Typical General Practice | Nakhon Counsel |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated inheritance focus | ||
| Fixed, pre-agreed fees | ||
| Written summary after every meeting | ||
| Khon Kaen court and Land Dept familiarity | ||
| Negotiated resolution pursued first | ||
| Plain-language client communications | ||
| Closing report provided at end of matter |
What Only We Offer
Distinctive features of the Nakhon Counsel approach
A Written Estate Map After Every Meeting
After each consultation, we produce a written summary — a plain-language overview of the estate, the steps ahead, and the questions still to resolve. Families have found this document useful for sharing with other members who were not present, and for their own reference.
Negotiation as a Default First Step in Disputes
Before any formal claim is made in a disputed matter, we explore whether a negotiated resolution is possible. This approach has resolved over three-quarters of contested matters handled by the practice, saving clients time and the additional cost and difficulty of court proceedings.
You Set the Pace, Always
There are no time pressures imposed by the practice on clients. We work to the timeline that suits you, not the other way around. Where there are external deadlines — court dates, filing windows — we advise clearly and give you time to consider.
A Closing Report as Standard
At the conclusion of every estate settlement or dispute matter, we provide a closing report — a concise record of what was administered, what was agreed or decided, and the final outcome. This document is useful for the client's own records and for any future reference.
Recognition
Professional milestones
Lawyers Council Member Since 2011
Continuous good standing with annual certificate renewal
Northeastern Bar Recognition 2023
Recognised among regional practitioners for client communication standards
Thai Law Society Continuing Education
Annual CPD completion across all practising team members
14 Years of Uninterrupted Practice
Serving families in Khon Kaen and the wider northeastern region since 2011
Begin When You Are Ready
A first conversation carries no obligation
Reaching out is the only step needed at this point. We will arrange a quiet meeting and answer any questions you may have.
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