Who We Are
Sombat was founded in Ubon Ratchathani with a clear sense of purpose: to help families manage the legal side of inheritance and estate matters without added stress during already difficult times. The practice began serving the local community in the northeastern region of Thailand, where close family ties and a deep respect for elders make inheritance a deeply personal matter.
Our approach has always been the same — patient, clear, and centred on the people we're working with. We don't rush. We explain. We listen to what families actually need and shape our work around that, not the other way around.
Over the years we've handled hundreds of estate matters — from the straightforward to the genuinely complex — and each one has shaped how we work. We're not a large firm. We're a focused practice, and that's by choice.
Our Mission
To make the legal side of inheritance clear and manageable for every family we work with — with professionalism, warmth, and respect for each person's circumstances.
- Continuity – Helping families carry forward the intentions of those they've lost.
- Care – Every matter is handled as though it were our own family's.
- Clarity – Straightforward language, no hidden steps, no unexplained delays.
The People Behind the Practice
A small, steady team with deep expertise in Thai inheritance law and a shared commitment to the families we serve.
Kanya Sombat
Lead Attorney
Kanya has practised inheritance law in Ubon Ratchathani for over twelve years, with particular experience in estate administration and contested wills.
Prayut Thongchai
Estate Planning Adviser
Prayut works closely with clients on forward-looking estate arrangements, helping families document their intentions clearly and legally.
Nattaya Wongrak
Client Support & Administration
Nattaya is often the first point of contact for new clients. She coordinates appointments, manages documentation, and ensures every client feels supported.
Our Standards of Practice
We hold ourselves to consistent professional standards, not just because it's required, but because our clients deserve nothing less.
Licensed Practitioners
All attorneys hold current licences from the Lawyers Council of Thailand and meet ongoing continuing legal education requirements.
Client Confidentiality
All client information is protected under Thai legal professional privilege and our own strict data handling procedures.
Ethical Practice
We follow the ethical code of the Lawyers Council of Thailand in every engagement, including full transparency on fees and scope of work.
Secure Document Handling
Estate documents and client records are stored securely, with clear protocols for access, retention, and disposal.
Impartial Advice
Where we represent a single client in a dispute, this is always made clear from the outset. We don't act for conflicting interests.
Responsive Communication
We respond to all enquiries within one working day. Updates on ongoing matters are provided regularly, without needing to be chased.
Legal Support Rooted in Ubon Ratchathani
Inheritance law in Thailand involves a specific set of rules governing how assets pass between family members, how wills are recognised by the courts, and how estates are administered when someone passes away. Families in Ubon Ratchathani — and across the northeastern region — often deal with property, agricultural land, and shared family assets that require careful, knowledgeable handling.
At Sombat, we work within this legal framework every day. We understand the local court processes, the land registry requirements, and the family dynamics that make inheritance a sensitive matter. Our team has helped both larger families with multiple beneficiaries and individuals who simply want to set their own affairs in order well in advance.
We don't view legal services as something that should feel distant or inaccessible. Our office is here, in the community, and we speak plainly about what's involved, what it costs, and what to expect. That's the only way we know how to work.
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