H&P Herrera and Partners

25/09/2026

In 2026, foreign investors are considering setting up companies and businesses without the restrictions of the Foreign Business Act. Our Bangkok corporate lawyers team at Herrera and Partners H&P in Thailand understand than when establishing a company in Thailand with foreign shareholders, many of our clients and investors may be familiar with the Treaty of Amity and Economic Relations between Thailand and the United States (Thailand–US Treaty of Amity), which may allow qualifying US nationals and companies to hold a high level of foreign ownership, including up to 100% in certain eligible businesses, subject to the conditions and exclusions under the Treaty.

In 2026, foreign investors are considering setting up companies and businesses without the restrictions of the Foreign Business Act. Our Bangkok corporate lawyers team at Herrera and Partners H&P in Thailand understand than when establishing a company in Thailand with foreign shareholders, many of o...

22/09/2026

Mr. Apiwat Numbanteng, partner at Herrera and Partners H&P, had the real pleasure to meet Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Thailand's Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador/Permanent Representative of Thailand to the United Nations Office in Geneva and the representatives of the Embassy of Mexico in Bangkok, H.E. Mrs. Ilse Lilián Ferrer Silva, Mrs. Atzimba Luna Becerril and Mr. Eduardo Villa Molina during the celebration of the national day of Mexico in Thailand. Since 2023 our law firm Herrera and Partners H&P had the honor to have been officially appointed as the legal consultant of Mexico in Thailand.

22/09/2026

Mediation plays an important role in resolving family disputes in Thailand. Under the Juvenile and Family Court and Juvenile and Family Case Procedure Act B.E. 2553 (2010) (the “Act”), the court is required to promote settlement and reconciliation in family cases, with particular consideration given to maintaining peace and family relationships. In the last years our team of lawyers specialized in Family Law at Herrera and Partners H&P, have assisted many foreign private clients in cases related to divorce and custody of minors in Thailand. Based on the experience gained by our Thai lawyers at H&P, we have prepared a summary of the mediation process in family law cases in Thailand.

Mediation plays an important role in resolving family disputes in Thailand. Under the Juvenile and Family Court and Juvenile and Family Case Procedure Act B.E. 2553 (2010) (the “Act”), the court is required to promote settlement and reconciliation in family cases, with particular consideration g...

18/09/2026

Thailand has signed around 39 bilateral extradition treaties with countries in Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The most recent extradition treaties signed by Thailand were with two European countries: Hungary and Romania. With 39 active extradition agreements, Thailand is one of the jurisdictions in Southeast Asia that has implemented extensive extradition cooperation.

Thailand has signed around 39 bilateral extradition treaties with countries in Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The most recent extradition treaties signed by Thailand were with two European countries: Hungary and Romania. With 39 active extradition agreements, Thailand is one of the jurisdic...

17/09/2026

Thailand is moving forward with reforms to the regulatory framework governing foreign business operations to better reflect the country’s current economic environment and modern business models. The key objectives are to reduce regulatory duplication, lessen the administrative burden associated with documentation and licensing procedures, and create a more attractive environment for foreign investment in Thailand. Our law firm in Thailand, with a Bangkok lawyers team specialized in foreign investment in Thailand, have prepared a summary of the current situation of unlocking Businesses from the Restricted Business Lists under Thailand’s Foreign Business Act.

Thailand is moving forward with reforms to the regulatory framework governing foreign business operations to better reflect the country’s current economic environment and modern business models. The key objectives are to reduce regulatory duplication, lessen the administrative burden associated wi...

15/09/2026

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Jose Herrera, partner of H&P in Thailand received the “LegalOne Blue Ribbon 15: Banking and Finance (Southeast Asia 2026)” by LegalOne last 11th of September 2026. The award received by our law firm in Thailand is meaningful for all our lawyer’s team as it is evidence of H&P practical achievements and professional acumen. In last few years our law firm in Thailand worked for commercial banks from Hong Kong, Thailand, Europe and international banks such as World Bank and Asian Development Bank.

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Jose Herrera, partner of H&P in Thailand received the “LegalOne Blue Ribbon 15: Banking and Finance (Southeast Asia 2026)” by LegalOne last 11th of September 2026.The award received by our law firm in Thailand is meaningful for all our lawyer's team as it is...

15/09/2026

Many foreign entrepreneurs come to Thailand to start and establish businesses, yet many are unaware that it is possible to legally establish a company that allows 100% foreign ownership. Thai law provides legitimate legal pathways for foreign investment, allowing foreign investors to operate businesses and expand their ventures in Thailand in compliance with the law. When it comes to Company Registration in Thailand, foreigners can hold 100% of the company’s shares while retaining full control over the company’s management and operations. However, it is essential to select the appropriate legal framework before proceeding with the company registration and filing the necessary documents. The three primary legal routes are: A) Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) Promotion B) The US-Thai Treaty of Amity C) The Foreign Business License (FBL)

Compare BOI, the US-Thai Treaty, and FBL options for foreigners registering a company in Thailand, including key requirements.

14/09/2026

Take a moment and picture this in your mind: You’ve just transferred your hard-earned life savings for renting sea-view villa in Phuket or a high-end luxury condo in Bangkok. The renderings were stunning, the sales team was charming, and the promise of tropical living felt completely within reach. Then, six months pass. Work on the construction site stalls. The developer stops answering your messages. When you finally dig deeper, you uncover a nightmare: the land isn’t even registered in the developer’s name, your deposit has vanished, and the company entity is an empty shell.

Learn how a criminal defence lawyer in Thailand can help protect your assets from property investment fraud, including legal risks, investigations, and defence options.

11/09/2026

Our law firm in Thailand and our team is growing. This September 2026, H&P is interviewing candidates for two positions: Senior Litigation Lawyer and Government Relations Manager. Candidates may send their CVs to [email protected]

08/09/2026

The US-Thai Amity Treaty provides a unique framework for American businesses and investors operating in Thailand. In this video, Herrera and Partners (H&P), a Bangkok law firm, explains the key legal considerations for U.S. citizens and companies seeking to establish or operate a business in Thailand under the Treaty of Amity and Economic Relations between Thailand and the United States. H&P Senior Associate Lawyer Ms. Suppaluk Thitiprasert discusses how the US-Thai Amity Treaty can affect foreign business ownership, investment structures, and the ability of U.S. companies to conduct business in Thailand.

The US-Thai Amity Treaty provides a unique framework for American b...