Why Sai Yai
What Makes Our Approach Worth Choosing
We bring legal knowledge together with a genuinely considered way of working — because the quality of how you are treated matters alongside the quality of the advice.
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What You Can Expect from Sai Yai
These are the commitments we hold to across every client relationship, at every stage of a matter.
Licensed & Experienced Practitioners
All advisors at Sai Yai hold licences from the Lawyers Council of Thailand and bring more than a decade of family law experience between them.
Bilingual Practice
We work fluently in Thai and English, which means we can serve both Thai nationals and the significant international community resident in Bangkok.
Clear, Fixed Starting Fees
Our services begin at defined prices in Thai Baht, discussed openly at the outset. If a matter may involve additional cost, that conversation happens before anything is incurred.
Strict Confidentiality
Your matter is held in confidence and handled with the discretion that family situations demand. We do not share client details without explicit permission.
A Calm, Patient Manner
We do not rush appointments, use unnecessary legal jargon, or make people feel that their questions are an inconvenience. We work at a pace that suits you.
Cross-Jurisdiction Awareness
We understand the additional complexity that arises when one or both parties hold foreign nationality, and we advise with that context in mind from the start.
Professional Expertise
A Practice Built on Real Family Law Experience
Sai Yai has operated as a dedicated family law practice since 2011. All practising members of our team hold licences issued by the Lawyers Council of Thailand, maintain their continuing professional development, and focus exclusively on family law matters.
- 13+ years focused on Thai family law
- Licensed under Lawyers Council of Thailand
- Annual professional development maintained
- Specialist, not generalist, practitioners
Specialist Focus
Concentrating solely on family matters means our team does not spread its knowledge thinly. When you come to us, you are speaking with practitioners who work on these questions every day.
Accessible by Multiple Channels
We accept initial enquiries by phone, email, and this website. Documents can be exchanged digitally where preferred. In-person appointments remain available throughout the working week.
Practical Accessibility
Reaching Us Should Not Be Another Difficulty
We have set up our practice so that making contact, sharing documents, and maintaining communication throughout your matter is as straightforward as possible — particularly for clients who are managing demanding schedules.
- Phone, email and online enquiry options
- Secure digital document exchange
- Flexible appointment scheduling
- Evening appointments available on request
Client Service
You Will Always Know Where Things Stand
One of the most common frustrations people describe after working with other law practices is not knowing what is happening with their matter. We take a different view — keeping you informed is not optional, it is part of the service.
- Proactive case updates throughout
- Prompt response to questions and messages
- Plain-language summaries at each stage
- No unexplained delays
Proactive Communication
We contact you when there is something to report, rather than waiting to be asked. For matters that take several months, this means you are never left wondering what is happening.
Pricing That Is Discussed, Not Hidden
Our three core services each begin at defined fees in Thai Baht. Any potential additional cost is raised in conversation before it arises — there are no invoice surprises.
Value & Pricing
Transparent Pricing from the Start
Legal costs can be a genuine concern when facing a family matter. We structure our fees clearly so you can make decisions with a full picture of what is likely to be involved — without finding out later that things cost more than expected.
฿3,500
Consultation
฿5,600
Mediation
฿7,800
Full Case
How We Compare
The Sai Yai Difference
Here is an honest comparison of what you can typically expect from a general legal practice versus the approach we take at Sai Yai.
| Aspect | Typical Practice | Sai Yai |
|---|---|---|
| Service focus | General legal practice, many areas | Family law only |
| Language of service | Usually Thai only | Thai and English |
| Pricing clarity | Hourly rates, variable totals | Fixed starting fees, open discussion |
| Client updates | When client requests them | Proactive at every stage |
| Appointment flexibility | Standard office hours only | Flexible, including evenings on request |
| International client experience | Limited cross-border awareness | Cross-jurisdiction experience |
| Tone of service | Formal, transactional | Compassionate, patient |
What Sets Us Apart
Features of Our Practice You May Not Find Elsewhere
The Supportive Pathway Explanation
At the start of every matter, we map out — in plain language — what the typical path looks like, what decisions you will need to make, and at which points you will hear from us. This overview is something most practices simply do not offer.
Mediation as a First Option
We actively explore whether mediation is a possibility before recommending more formal proceedings. For clients who are open to it, a mediated outcome is typically faster, less costly, and easier for everyone involved — including children.
International Family Matter Awareness
We have particular experience with matters involving dual nationality, foreign residency, and assets or custody arrangements that span more than one country — a common situation in Bangkok's international community.
Pacing the Process Around You
We do not pressure clients to move faster than they are comfortable with. Family matters often involve significant emotional weight, and we believe the legal process should accommodate that rather than work against it.
Recognition & Milestones
A Track Record Built Over Time
2022
Thai Bar Association — Commended Family Law Practice, Bangkok Region
600+
Families supported since the practice opened in 2011
4.8 / 5
Average client satisfaction rating across consultations and full cases
Member
Lawyers Council of Thailand — active member in good standing since 2011
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A consultation with Sai Yai is a private, comfortable space to talk through your situation without obligation. We would welcome the opportunity to show you how we work.