We assist with
Company Formation (DBD) BOI Applications Foreign Business License Work Permits FDA & NBTC Licensing Land Office Procedures Thai Labour Law Shareholder Agreements Accounting Support
Who we are

Legal consulting built
for the foreign investor

Legal Pillars International (LPI) is a Bangkok-based legal consultancy dedicated entirely to foreign individuals and businesses operating in Thailand.

Most firms serve a broad local market. We focus exclusively on cross-border situations — where Thai law intersects with international business, foreign ownership restrictions, and multi-jurisdiction structures.

We work in English, think commercially, and measure success by whether your operation runs without legal friction — not by billable hours.

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Full areas of practice
Corporate and Commercial Law
Foreign Majority Ownership — BOI · FBL · Share Structuring
Business Activities, Contracts & Ongoing Compliance
Labour Relations & HR Compliance
Product & Business Licensing — FDA · NBTC · TISI
Real Estate & Property Law
Dispute Resolution & Legal Advisory
Accounting & Tax Support
Services

What we do, in detail

Every service is delivered in English, with full documentation in both English and Thai — no intermediaries, no translation delays.

Corporate & Commercial Law

  • Company formation & restructuring
  • Capital changes, director & shareholder updates
  • Shareholder Agreements (SHA) & Joint Venture Agreements (JVA)
  • Due diligence — own business & counterparties
  • Ongoing advisory & compliance monitoring
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Foreign Ownership Structures

  • BOI applications & post-approval compliance
  • Foreign Business License / Certificate (FBL / FBC)
  • Investment structuring for foreign majority control
  • Thai–foreign shareholding ratios (Group A/B shares)
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Business Contracts & Compliance

  • Drafting & reviewing counterparty contracts
  • Internal documentation & company policies
  • Ongoing compliance monitoring
  • Accounting support & ongoing advisory
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Labour Relations & HR

  • Employment contract drafting & review
  • Thai Labour Law compliance
  • SSO registration & social security
  • Payroll compliance & employee changes
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Licensing & Regulatory

  • FDA, NBTC, and TISI licensing
  • VAT registration, tax ID & PP.20 filings
  • Manufacturing, cosmetics, restaurant & alcohol licenses
  • Factory & equipment licensing
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Real Estate & Property Law

  • Leasehold, sublease, usufruct, superficies & servitude
  • Land due diligence — Chanote / Nor Sor 3 Kor
  • Land Office: sale, lease, mortgage registration
  • Dispute resolution & legal opinions
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Our approach

Prevention over
cure

Most legal problems in Thailand arise from doing the right thing in the wrong structure — or moving too fast before understanding local constraints. Our job is to get ahead of those problems before they cost you time or money.

Start with a Free Call
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Free Initial Consultation

We discuss your business model, goals, and current situation. No forms, no jargon. We identify the key legal considerations and the right structure for your context.

02

Strategy & Structuring

We design the correct legal structure: company type, ownership arrangement, BOI or FBL pathway, immigration plan for you and your team, and any licensing requirements.

03

Execution & Filing

We manage all government registrations and filings: DBD, Revenue Department, BOI, immigration authority. You receive clean documentation in English and Thai.

04

Ongoing Compliance & Advisory

Annual filings, work permit renewals, contract reviews, labour compliance, accounting support — we remain your point of contact as your business grows.

Some firms solve problems.
We work to prevent them.

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FAQ

Questions from
foreign investors

Real answers to the questions we hear every day. For your specific situation, book a free consultation.

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Let's talk about
your situation

Tell us briefly what you're trying to do in Thailand. We'll get back to you within one business day to arrange a free initial call — no commitment required.

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Locations Bangkok & Chon Buri (Pattaya), Thailand
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Languages English · Thai
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Response Time Within 1 business day
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