Bodhi Legal
Bodhi Legal pension services

Our Services

Three services, each suited to a different stage of your inquiry

Whether you are at the beginning of understanding your pension rights or are already facing a formal appeal, Bodhi Legal offers a service structured to your situation.

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Our Methodology

How we approach every pension matter

Every engagement at Bodhi Legal begins with listening. Before any advice is offered, we review the documents available, confirm the facts as the client understands them, and consider the applicable Thai pension regulations and administrative procedures. Only then do we outline what the realistic options are and what each involves.

We do not approach pension matters as routine administrative processing. Each case has its own circumstances, its own timeline, and its own procedural history. Our methodology is to work methodically through the relevant materials, identify the strongest grounds for the client's position, and present those grounds clearly and accurately to the relevant body.

01

Review

Examine all available documents and establish the facts.

02

Advise

Explain applicable rules and realistic options in plain terms.

03

Prepare

Draft, review, and finalise documents with senior counsel sign-off.

04

Represent

Attend proceedings, respond to queries, and maintain engagement throughout.

Initial Pension Consultation

Service 1

Initial Pension Consultation

An unhurried conversation — typically one to two hours — in which we listen carefully to your circumstances and outline how Thai pension rules apply to your situation. This service is designed for those at the start of their inquiry who would benefit from a calm, informed explanation before deciding whether to take further steps. There is no expectation of proceeding further.

  • One-to-two-hour structured session
  • Plain-language explanation of applicable rules
  • Realistic options outlined clearly
  • Available in person or by video call
  • No obligation to proceed further

Service 2

Document Preparation Package

Drafting and careful assembly of the documents typically required for pension applications, recalculation requests, or formal appeals. This includes written submissions, supporting affidavits, and the covering letters that accompany them. Each document is prepared individually and reviewed by senior counsel before delivery to the client.

  • Bespoke submission drafting — not templates
  • Affidavits and covering letters included
  • Senior counsel review before any document is delivered
  • Clear explanation of each document's purpose and use
  • Covers applications, recalculations, and initial appeals
Document Preparation
Full Defence Engagement

Service 3

Full Defence Engagement

A start-to-finish engagement for clients whose pension entitlement is under challenge or has been denied. This service covers the complete arc of proceedings: administrative review, formal hearings, and appellate work where indicated. Clients receive regular scheduled progress updates, clear written correspondence throughout, and respectful, discreet handling of sensitive personal records at every stage.

  • Full administrative and appellate coverage
  • Representation at formal hearings
  • Scheduled written progress updates
  • Discreet handling of all personal and financial records
  • Direct access to senior counsel throughout

Choose the Right Service

Which service suits your situation?

Use the comparison below to identify the most appropriate starting point. If you are uncertain, the initial consultation is designed precisely for that situation.

Feature Initial Consultation Document Package Full Defence Most Comprehensive
Situation assessment & advice Partial
Document drafting & preparation
Submission to relevant authority
Hearing representation
Appellate work
Scheduled written updates
Fee (THB) ฿1,900 ฿3,600 ฿10,200
Best for Those seeking a clear picture of their options Those who need documents drafted and submitted Those facing formal challenge or denial

Shared Across All Services

Professional standards that apply regardless of service tier

Confidentiality

All client communications and documents are held in strict confidence under legal professional privilege and Thai data protection law.

Senior Review

Every document that leaves the office carries the review of a qualified senior counsel, regardless of which service tier it was prepared under.

Written Engagement Terms

Before work begins, a written letter sets out the scope, fee, and expectations of the engagement. Nothing proceeds without the client's agreement.

Conflict of Interest Check

A conflict check is conducted before accepting any new matter. Where a conflict exists, the instruction is declined and the prospective client is assisted in finding suitable alternatives.

Response Commitment

Queries from clients with active matters receive a substantive response within one working day during normal office hours.

Lawyers Council Registered

All counsel are registered members of the Lawyers Council of Thailand and maintain continuous professional development in Thai administrative law.

Transparent Pricing

Fixed fees. No hidden disbursements.

Initial Consultation

฿1,900

Per consultation session

  • 1–2 hour session
  • In person or video call
  • Options clearly outlined
  • No obligation to proceed
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Full Defence

฿10,200

Per engagement

  • Administrative review
  • Hearing representation
  • Appellate work included
  • Ongoing progress updates
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All fees are in Thai Baht (THB). Any anticipated disbursements are disclosed in writing before they are incurred. Pricing above covers professional services only.

Not sure where to begin?

The initial consultation is the right place to start.

If you are uncertain which service applies to your situation, an initial consultation will give you the clarity to decide. Contact us to arrange a time.

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