Why Mettatham
What families find
when they come to us
A focused family law practice in Bangkok that puts the wellbeing of your family ahead of speed, volume, or complexity for its own sake.
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Six things that define our approach
Family law only
We do not divide our attention across dozens of practice areas. Divorce, custody, and mediation are the only matters we handle, which means our knowledge in these areas runs deep.
Communication at your pace
We do not rush consultations or issue updates on a fixed timetable. We communicate when there is something to say, and we are available when you have questions.
Explained in plain language
Every document, court step, and legal consideration is explained in everyday English. Clients leave meetings knowing what has been decided and why, not just what was said.
Children kept at the centre
In any matter involving children, we frame advice around their stability and wellbeing first — not around legal positions or negotiating leverage.
Discretion as standard
Family matters are private. Our confidentiality practices are not listed as a feature — they are how we operate as a matter of professional responsibility.
Clear, stated pricing
We tell clients what a service costs before any work begins. Our pricing starts from ฿1,700 THB, and any additional costs are discussed openly, not discovered later.
In Depth
Each benefit, explained
Professional expertise in Thai family law
Our team has handled family law matters in Bangkok for many years. We understand how the family court operates, how district office divorce procedures work, and where the practical difficulties tend to arise. That familiarity translates into fewer surprises for clients.
All practising team members are registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand and maintain their standing through ongoing professional development. Our focus on family law means we encounter the relevant case law and procedural updates regularly, not occasionally.
What this means for you:
Client service centred on how people actually feel
Most people coming to a family law practice are not in a comfortable position. They are dealing with relationship breakdown, uncertainty about their children's future, or conflict within their family. We try to account for that reality in every interaction.
We do not assume clients know legal terminology. We do not present options without explaining them. And we do not treat urgency as a reason to skip proper explanation. If a client needs to hear something a second time, that is simply part of the service.
How we show up for clients:
Value and transparent pricing
Legal fees in family matters can be a source of anxiety on top of everything else. We address this by being straightforward about costs from the beginning. Our service pricing starts from ฿1,700 THB for child custody support to ฿5,700 THB for divorce counsel.
If a matter becomes more complex and costs are likely to increase, we tell the client before that happens — not after. The goal is for families to make informed decisions, which requires knowing what things will cost.
Pricing approach:
How We Compare
Mettatham versus a general practice
General Practice
Mettatham
Family law focus
Pricing explained upfront
Plain language explanations
Mediation offered in-house
Client sets the pace
English-language support in Bangkok
What Makes Us Different
What you will not find elsewhere
Mediation and legal counsel in one place
Rather than referring clients elsewhere for mediation, we offer it as a core service. This means families can explore less formal resolution before committing to court proceedings, with advisors who already know their situation.
Comfortable with international families
Bangkok has a significant international resident community. We have experience with cross-border family matters — including divorce involving foreign nationals and custody arrangements where parents live in different countries.
No pressure on timelines
Some matters need time — for a client to process what they are going through, for negotiations to develop naturally, or simply for both parties to reach a point where they can cooperate. We build that into how we work.
A quiet, considered consultation environment
Our Bangkok office is designed to feel calm and private — not like a busy commercial practice. Families come to discuss sensitive matters and we want that to feel as comfortable as possible.
Recognition
Professional standing and milestones
12+
Years practising family law in Bangkok
480+
Family matters handled with care
3
Lawyers Council of Thailand registered members
2
Recognitions from Thai ADR Institute for mediation practice
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Speak with someone who understands
These benefits are not just words on a page. They describe how we actually work with families every week. The best way to see that is to reach out and start a conversation.
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