What Starter Checklist Should I Bring to a Lawyer About Thai Company Cautions?

Set your goal first (own land directly or control via a company). Then ask your lawyer: Is a company structure suitable for land ownership by a foreigner, or would it only give indirect control? If there are nominee shareholders, what are the legal and tax risks and how can they be mitigated? How would ownership and control be evidenced (shareholder agreements, board resolutions, voting rights)? What taxes, transfer fees and ongoing costs apply to a company holding land, and how do they compare with personal ownership? What are the steps to transfer land into or out of a company, and who is authorized to sign? What documents should you review (title deeds, company registrations, share registers, bank records, resolutions)? What governance requirements exist (annual filings, audits)? How might changes in Thai law affect this structure, and who should you consult for ongoing advice? Are there safer alternatives given your circumstances? This is general guidance; obtain independent advice before relying on any structure.