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Corporate Law Service
Navigating Thailand's Corporate Landscape? Let's Make It Simple.
Thailand offers immense business opportunities, but its legal and regulatory environment can be complex. From ensuring a compliant company registration and drafting a robust shareholders’ agreement to navigating a merger or acquisition, every step requires precision and expertise. A misstep can lead to legal risks, operational delays, and financial penalties.
At JIRAWAT & ASSOCIATES, we specialize in guiding foreign and local enterprises through the intricacies of Thai corporate law. We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on what you do best: growing your business.
Comprehensive Legal Support for Every Stage of Your Business Lifecycle
We offer modular and fully-integrated services tailored to your specific needs.
- Business Setup & Registration
- Company & Partnership Registration: Efficient and fully compliant registration with the Department of Business Development (DBD).
- Corporate Structuring Advisory: We advise on the optimal corporate structure for tax efficiency and governance.
- Foreign Investment Solutions: Expert guidance on the Foreign Business Act, US-Thai Treaty of Amity applications, and BOI promotions. We ensure your structure is 100% legal and avoids illegal nominee arrangements.
- Corporate Governance & Contracts
- Shareholders’ Agreements (SHA): Drafting and negotiating clear agreements that protect your interests and define shareholder relations.
- Corporate Secretarial Services: Managing board/shareholder meetings, minutes, and statutory compliance.
- Restructuring & Growth
- Capital Increase / Decrease: Handling all required corporate changes and DBD filings.
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Providing end-to-end support, from legal due diligence and contract negotiation to post-merger integration.
- Business Closure
Dissolution & Liquidation: Managing the entire liquidation process systematically and lawfully for a clean exit.
Summary Table of the Firm’s Services
Service | Description |
|---|---|
1. Company Registration in Thailand | Complete assistance — from name reservation, Articles of Association, and DBD filing to obtaining a tax ID and VAT registration. |
2. Treaty of Amity Registration | Guidance and filing for U.S. investors seeking 100 % ownership under the U.S.–Thailand Treaty of Amity. |
3. Foreign Business Licence (FBL) | Preparing and submitting licence applications for businesses majority-owned by foreigners under FBA compliance. |
4. Contract Drafting & Review | Drafting and reviewing shareholders’ agreements, JV contracts, MOUs, and other commercial agreements. |
5. Mergers & Acquisitions / Corporate Restructuring | Legal due diligence, share transfers, M&A filings, and restructuring for Thai and cross-border transactions. |
6. Company Dissolution & Liquidation | Full support from special resolutions and newspaper publications to DBD and Revenue Department filings. |
7. Monthly Legal Retainer | Fixed-fee packages for ongoing legal support — ideal for SMEs and foreign-owned companies operating in Thailand. |
8. Nominee Audit & Legal Due Diligence | Independent audits of shareholding structures to mitigate nominee risks under the Foreign Business Act. |
Our Systematic Approach to Delivering Results
- Consultation & Analysis: We begin by understanding your business objectives and legal requirements.
- Strategy & Proposal: We present a tailored legal strategy with a transparent, fixed-fee or hourly-rate proposal.
- Execution & Filings: Our expert team executes the plan, prepares all documentation, and liaises with government agencies on your behalf.
Reporting & Handover: We provide regular progress updates and deliver a complete package of all official documents upon completion.
The JIRAWAT & ASSOCIATES Advantages
- Foreign Investment Specialists: We possess deep expertise in the unique challenges and opportunities for foreign investors in Thailand.
- 100% Legal Compliance: We are committed to ethical, transparent practices that protect your investment from ‘grey area’ risks.
- Transparent Pricing: Clear scope of work and upfront fee structures. No hidden costs.
- Business-Focused Advice: Our legal counsel is always delivered with your commercial goals in mind.
Ready to Secure and Grow Your Business in Thailand?
Contact us today for a complimentary, no-obligation initial consultation. Let us be your trusted legal partner in success.