Why Choose Lanna Lex
What You Are Choosing When You Choose This Firm
Precision in documentation, candor in advice, and a working knowledge of northern Thailand's labor law landscape — these are what Lanna Lex brings to each engagement.
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Six Reasons Clients Return to Lanna Lex
These are specific to the kind of practice we run and the type of work we do — not a generic list of law firm virtues.
Genuine Knowledge of Thai Labor Law
Our advisers work from the primary legislation — the Labor Protection Act, Social Security Act, and their amendments — not from template documents produced elsewhere. We keep pace with gazette notifications and relevant court decisions.
Based in Chiang Mai, Not Remote
We are located on Nimmanhaemin Road and familiar with the local Labor Department office and the Chiang Mai Labor Court. When your matter requires in-person engagement with those institutions, we are here — not accessed remotely from Bangkok.
Both Sides of the Employment Relationship
We advise employers on drafting and compliance, and employees on their rights following termination. This dual perspective sharpens the quality of advice — we understand how disputes actually arise because we see them from both directions.
Transparent, Set Fees
Our three service areas each have published fees. Clients know the cost before they commit, and we do not alter that figure after the engagement begins. No hourly rate ambiguity, no surprise additions for follow-up questions within scope.
Everything in Writing
Verbal consultations are always followed by a written memorandum confirming what was discussed and the position taken. Drafts are delivered with plain-language explanations. You will not be left wondering what the advice actually was.
PDPA Awareness Built In
Employment documents and HR policies increasingly intersect with personal data protection obligations. We account for PDPA considerations as part of standard contract and policy work — without charging separately for this layer of review.
Professional Expertise
The advisers at Lanna Lex have worked in Thai labor law for over a decade, including on cases that proceeded to the Labor Court. This is not generalist legal practice with an employment module — it is focused, specialist work in a body of law that changes through both legislation and evolving court interpretation.
Process and Documentation
Every engagement follows a structured approach: intake to gather relevant facts, a preliminary assessment of the legal position, drafting or advice delivery, and a follow-up confirmation in writing. Nothing is done verbally without a written record to follow. This discipline protects clients and produces documentation that stands up to scrutiny.
Client Communication
We respond to written enquiries within one working day. Progress updates are shared without waiting to be asked. If a matter develops in a way that changes the advice, we communicate that promptly. Clients are not left in uncertainty about where their file stands.
Value and Pricing
Our pricing reflects the scope of each service and is set before work begins. The employment contract drafting service is available from ฿9,800 — a fee that covers the full preparation and one round of revisions. The workplace policy review at ฿4,500 includes a written memorandum and draft policy language. Termination and severance advisory begins at ฿28,500, reflecting the more complex and variable nature of that work.
How We Compare
Lanna Lex vs. The Alternatives
A straightforward look at how this firm approaches the work compared to what is often available from other sources.
| Area of Practice | General Firms / Online Templates | Lanna Lex |
|---|---|---|
| Thai Labor Protection Act knowledge | Varies widely; often general | Specialist focus |
| Fixed, published fees for defined services | Hourly rates; often uncertain | Always fixed upfront |
| Chiang Mai and northern Thailand presence | Often Bangkok-based, remote | Locally based |
| Advice for both employers and employees | Usually employer-side only | Both sides served |
| PDPA considerations built into employment work | Often separate, additional cost | Included as standard |
| Written confirmation of all verbal advice | Not always provided | Standard on every matter |
What Sets This Firm Apart
Distinctive Features of Lanna Lex Practice
Pre-Dispute Orientation
A significant part of our work is preventing disputes from reaching a formal stage. We discuss the realistic range of outcomes with clients before recommending a course of action, and we give weight to approaches that reduce conflict rather than amplify it.
English-Language Service in Thailand
All advice and correspondence is available in English, with Thai-language documentation prepared where required by law or preferred by the client. This makes Lanna Lex particularly accessible to foreign operators and international employees working in Chiang Mai.
Work Rules Compliance for Employers
The Labor Protection Act requires employers with ten or more employees to establish and register work rules in Thai. We identify gaps in existing handbooks and produce compliant work rule documents — a service that many SMEs and foreign companies overlook until a complaint is filed.
Attention to Post-Employment Clauses
Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses are enforceable in Thailand under limited conditions. We draft these clauses carefully, explain their limitations to the client, and do not overstate their effect — which reduces disappointment and disputes if staff depart.
Track Record
Professional Milestones
12+
Years of Practice
380+
Contracts Drafted
95%
Disputes Resolved Pre-Court
60+
Policy Reviews Completed
Thai Bar Association Member
All advisers hold current registration with the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Chiang Mai Business Register
Registered legal practice with the Department of Business Development, northern region
PDPA Compliance Recognition
Recognized for employment data protection practice under the Personal Data Protection Act framework
These Advantages Are Available to You
Whether you need a contract drafted, a termination handled with care, or your employee handbook reviewed — Lanna Lex is the firm to contact first.
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