Client Experiences
What people say about working with us
Accounts from clients who have come to Banya Rak at different stages — some for an initial conversation, others for continuing support through more complex situations.
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A selection of feedback from people who have used Banya Rak's services, shared with their permission.
"I came in not really knowing what to expect, and left with a clear picture of what my options were. The written summary they gave me afterwards was something I referred back to a number of times. There was no pressure at all to go further than that first meeting — which was exactly what I needed at the time."
Siriporn K.
Bangkok · May 2025
"Going through a separation while thinking about what would happen with the children was overwhelming. The adviser I worked with took a lot of time to explain things — not just the legal side, but what the different arrangements might look like practically. I felt heard, which is not always what I expected from a legal office."
Michael W.
Expatriate resident, Bangkok · April 2025
"I had some specific questions about how Thai law would apply to my situation, which involves family members in two countries. The advice I received was clear and realistic — it helped me understand what was actually possible here rather than what I might have hoped for. A useful and grounding meeting."
Nattaporn T.
Phra Nakhon, Bangkok · April 2025
"From the first email to the end of the process, everything was handled professionally and with real care. The costs were agreed in writing upfront — no surprises. I was kept informed at every stage. For something as difficult as this kind of legal matter, having that consistency made a significant difference."
Patcharee R.
Chatuchak, Bangkok · May 2025
"I appreciated that no one pushed me towards a particular outcome. The adviser explained the options and the possible consequences of each — and then left the decision entirely with me. That kind of respect is not always easy to find. I would go back without hesitation if my situation develops further."
Julie L.
Silom, Bangkok · March 2025
"The situation I came in with was not simple, and I was nervous about what I might hear. The meeting was calm and unhurried, and by the end I had a much clearer sense of where I stood. The written notes they sent me afterwards were actually quite detailed and useful — better than I expected."
Apinya S.
Lat Phrao, Bangkok · May 2025
How matters have unfolded
Three representative examples — shared in anonymised form — illustrating the kinds of situations clients have navigated with Banya Rak's support.
The situation
A parent of two children, recently separated, was uncertain about what a reasonable parenting arrangement might look like and whether it could be agreed without going to court.
How it was approached
After an initial meeting, we provided guidance on what arrangements Thai law considers in such circumstances and what a practical, child-centred arrangement might look like. Documentation of the agreed arrangement was then prepared.
The outcome
An arrangement was reached and documented without court involvement. The process took around three months from initial meeting to final documentation. Both parties remained informed and in control throughout.
"I was not sure a settled arrangement was even possible without it becoming adversarial. It turned out it was."
The situation
An expatriate professional needed to understand the legal position they were in following the breakdown of a relationship in Thailand, with questions about assets and ongoing obligations.
How it was approached
The initial meeting clarified how Thai law applied to their specific circumstances, including some cross-border elements. We provided a written summary and, following their decision to proceed, supported the full matter through to resolution.
The outcome
The matter was resolved over approximately five months. The client remained well-informed throughout and agreed the scope and cost at each stage before proceeding. No unexpected costs arose.
"Being kept informed at every step made something complicated feel manageable."
The situation
A person who had attended an initial meeting six months earlier returned when their situation changed and they needed to take further steps — having taken time to consider things carefully in the interim.
How it was approached
We resumed from where the initial meeting left off. The written summary from that earlier meeting was still accurate and provided a useful reference point. Full matter support was then agreed and began.
The outcome
The matter proceeded at the client's pace with clear milestones and regular updates. The initial meeting had laid a good foundation, making the subsequent process more straightforward.
"I was glad I had taken my time. When I came back, things were exactly where I had left them."
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Some context about our practice
Years practising family law in Bangkok
Clients supported since we opened
Member of the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Professional indemnity insurance maintained
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