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Barrister Garn Tuntasatityanond reviewing shareholder agreements for a Thai 51:49 company, with a fact-check statement dated 25 October 2026.

Side Agreements in Thai 51:49 Companies: Can They Protect Your Investment?

Side agreements in Thai 51:49 companies are not automatically invalid. However, contracts designed to evade foreign business or land-ownership restrictions may be unenforceable and can jeopardise recovery of money. A Thai-majority shareholding ratio is not a guarantee of legality: the ownership tests, funding, actual rights and purpose of the arrangement all matter.

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Barrister Garn advising a foreign business owner about Thai nominee shareholder and hotel compliance risks

Thai Shareholder on Paper Only? How Nominee Raids Are Hitting Foreign Business Owners in 2026

A Chiang Mai hostel raid shows why a 51/49 company structure does not protect a foreign-linked business when the Thai shareholder may exist only on paper. We explain the nominee, hotel-licensing, DTV and work-permit risks.

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Detailed legal documents with a wooden gavel and the Civil and Commercial Code of Thailand book, representing the formal process of contract termination.

The Comprehensive Guide to Contract Termination Under Thai Law: 3 Legal Grounds for Rescission

Navigating the dissolution of a business agreement in Thailand requires a precise understanding of the Civil and Commercial Code. This comprehensive legal guide examines the three primary grounds for contract termination—Statutory Rights, Contractual Clauses, and Mutual Consent—to help you mitigate litigation risks and protect your corporate interests.

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A professional legal setting featuring a wooden gavel, a signed partnership contract, and a law book, illustrating the complexities of General Partnership Liability for business owners.

The Legal Architecture of General Partnerships: A Comprehensive Guide to 5 Critical Liability Risks for New Business Owners

Entering a general partnership offers ease and speed, but it carries profound statutory risks. From joint and several liability to the lack of a corporate veil, this comprehensive guide explores 5 critical General Partnership Liability traps that every business owner must understand to protect their personal assets.

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Contract drafting lawyer reviewing and preparing a customized legal contract for a business transaction

Why Hiring a Contract Drafting Lawyer Is Essential Instead of Using Contract Templates

Hiring a contract drafting lawyer is a critical step in protecting legal and commercial interests. This article explains why professionally drafted contracts offer greater clarity, enforceability, and risk management than generic contract templates, particularly for complex or high-value transactions.

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Legal consultation on vehicle down payment transfer in Thailand with a lawyer from Siam Center Law Group, a law firm in Bangkok.

Legal Considerations for Vehicle Down Payment Transfers in Thailand: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn about the essential legal aspects of vehicle down payment transfers in Thailand. This guide covers key contractual provisions, potential risks, and how a law firm in Bangkok can help ensure a secure and legally sound transaction.

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