What Sets Garuda Helm Apart
Succession work done attentively — with the specific expertise, transparency, and international understanding that Bangkok residents often find difficult to locate in one place.
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Succession Law Focus
We practice in one area of law. This focus means the practitioners on your matter have handled situations like yours before — and know where complications tend to arise.
International Capability
Cross-border succession is genuinely complex. We have the analytical background and foreign counsel network to address multi-jurisdiction situations properly.
English and Thai Service
All work is conducted in English and Thai. Clients communicate in whichever language they prefer, and documents can be prepared bilingually where needed.
Transparent Fixed Fees
Each service has a published starting fee. You know what you are agreeing to before the engagement begins — no open-ended billing.
Discretion as Standard
Estate matters involve private family and financial information. Every engagement is handled with professional confidentiality as the default.
Long-Term Relationship
Circumstances change. We build ongoing relationships so that when you need to update or extend your plans, we are already familiar with your situation.
Practitioners Who Know This Area
Succession law in Thailand requires familiarity with the Civil and Commercial Code, the probate court system, inheritance tax obligations, and — for international clients — the conflict-of-law principles that determine how Thai and foreign rules interact.
Our practitioners have spent their careers in this area. They understand both the technical requirements and the practical realities of estate administration in Bangkok.
Areas of Deep Familiarity
Our Working Process
We understand your situation, assets, family structure, and objectives.
We set out in writing what will be done and what it will cost, before any work begins.
Documents are prepared, reviewed by a second practitioner, and shared with you for comment.
Signing is coordinated with witnesses, and registration is handled where applicable.
A Structured, Deliberate Approach
Every engagement at Garuda Helm follows a defined process — not because processes are intrinsically valuable, but because they ensure nothing is overlooked and clients know where they stand at each stage.
We do not rush documents. A will or estate plan that is prepared carelessly may be legally deficient, ambiguous, or incomplete in ways that become apparent only when it matters most.
Communication You Can Rely On
Legal work generates questions. We answer them. Clients should not feel they are chasing their advisors for updates or explanations — we keep you informed without being asked.
When a matter is complex, we explain the complexity in plain terms. When something changes, we tell you. When we need information from you, we ask clearly and respectfully.
How We Communicate
Fee Structure
All fees agreed in writing before work commences. The figures above are the starting fees for each service; complex matters may involve additional scope, which is discussed and agreed before proceeding.
Fees You Understand in Advance
We publish the starting fees for each service because we believe clients should be able to make an informed decision about whether to proceed. There is no obligation attached to an initial enquiry.
The value of estate planning is not measured in the short term. A will that clearly reflects your intentions and is legally sound may save your family considerable time, expense, and difficulty.
Garuda Helm vs Typical Providers
| General Practice Firms | Garuda Helm | |
|---|---|---|
| Succession law specialisation | One area among many | Succession practice only |
| Fee transparency | Hourly billing, variable | Published fixed starting fees |
| Bilingual documentation | Translation outsourced separately | Coordinated in-house |
| Cross-border experience | Limited or referred out | Core service offering |
| Independent document review | Not standard practice | On every engagement |
| Two-year review consultation | Billed separately | Included with will preparation |
What You Will Not Find Elsewhere
Foreign Counsel Network
For cross-border estates, we do not simply refer clients elsewhere. We coordinate directly with practitioners in relevant foreign jurisdictions to ensure instruments work together coherently.
Witness Arrangement Service
Sourcing qualified witnesses for will execution can be an inconvenience for clients. We arrange this as part of our will preparation service so the execution process runs without logistical obstacles.
Complimentary Two-Year Review
Every will preparation engagement includes a review consultation at the two-year mark. This is not a sales opportunity — it is a chance to check whether the document still reflects your intentions and circumstances.
Plain-Language Summaries
Every legal document we prepare is accompanied by a plain-language summary. Clients should understand what they are signing, not simply trust that the document says what they want it to say.
Milestones & Professional Standing
12+
340+
18
100%
Active membership — all practitioners
Personal Data Protection Act Thailand
Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce Thailand
Ready to Get Started?
An initial conversation with the Garuda Helm team is the natural first step. We will ask a few questions, answer yours, and give you a clear sense of how we can help.
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