Our Advantages
Why Clients Choose
Boon Counsel
Pension matters reward patience and precision. The advantages we offer are grounded in how we actually conduct the work.
Back to HomeAt a Glance
Six Reasons to Instruct Boon Counsel
Specialist Focus
Pension matters only — not a general practice that handles pensions occasionally.
Cross-Border Experience
Multi-jurisdiction contribution histories handled with structured coordination.
Plain Language
Findings and advice communicated clearly, without unnecessary technical complexity.
Candid Advice
Honest assessment of what the record supports — including its limitations.
Full Document Copies
All submissions and correspondence provided to you throughout the matter.
Clear Fee Structure
Fixed fees for each service, stated in Thai Baht, with no hidden charges.
In Detail
What Each Advantage Means in Practice
Specialist Legal Expertise
Boon Counsel practises exclusively in pension matters. This means our practitioners spend their professional time reading pension decisions, preparing contribution analyses, and conducting formal appeals — not dividing their attention across unrelated areas of law.
- Registered practitioners under Thai Lawyers Council
- Over twelve years of pension-specific practice
- Experience across Thai Social Security and foreign authorities
What this means for you
When your matter is reviewed by a practitioner who works in this area daily, the relevant issues are more likely to be identified quickly. Overlooked contribution periods, procedural irregularities in decisions, and the appropriate grounds of appeal — these are familiar territory, not matters requiring extended research.
Structured Methodology
Our intake process is designed to capture the relevant facts before any view is formed. We do not advise on the strength of a matter until we have read the documents. This discipline reduces the risk of early commitments that the record does not support.
- Written intake before any position is taken
- Independent second review of all submissions
- Clear stage-by-stage process explained at outset
What this means for you
You will not receive an off-hand assessment in an initial meeting. You will receive a considered view, based on what the documents actually show, with an honest account of what can and cannot be argued with the available record.
Clear and Regular Communication
We do not wait for clients to contact us to learn the status of their matter. Written updates are provided at each meaningful stage. Copies of all correspondence and submissions are shared as they are sent, giving you a complete record of the work done on your behalf.
- Written updates at each stage of the matter
- All filings and correspondence copied to client
- Explanations in plain English, without legal shorthand
What this means for you
You will know what has been done, what is pending, and what is expected next. Pension proceedings can take months — clients should not spend that time wondering what is happening with their file.
Transparent Fee Structure
Each of our three services carries a fixed fee, stated clearly in Thai Baht. There are no hourly billing surprises, no administrative add-ons, and no conditional fees that create misaligned incentives. The fee is agreed at the outset and does not change.
- Pension Entitlement Review: ฿8,500
- Cross-Border Claim Preparation: ฿28,000
- Appeal Representation: ฿34,500
What this means for you
You can weigh the cost of the service against the potential benefit before committing. This is only possible when the fee is stated clearly — which is why we do not work on open-ended hourly rates for this type of work.
Outcome-Oriented Focus
Our work is focused on achievable outcomes. We identify what the record supports, advise on the most appropriate course of action, and pursue that course with precision. We do not inflate expectations — and we revisit our assessment as the case develops.
- Assessment updated as circumstances develop
- No over-promising on outcome likelihood
- Alternative courses of action identified where relevant
What this means for you
You receive advice grounded in what your specific record supports — not in what the best possible outcome might theoretically look like. This honesty is uncomfortable for some clients at the outset, but it is what allows us to work with integrity throughout the matter.
Comparison
Boon Counsel versus General Practice
| Feature | Boon Counsel | Typical General Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Pension-only practice | ||
| Fixed fee per service | ||
| Cross-border coordination | ||
| Written updates at each stage | ||
| Copies of all filings to client | ||
| Independent second review of submissions | ||
| Senior practitioner handles matter from outset |
What Sets Us Apart
Distinctive Features of the Practice
No External Referral Arrangements
We do not operate referral arrangements with other service providers. Our recommendations are based solely on what the matter requires, not on commercial relationships with third parties.
Translation Coordination in-House
For cross-border matters, translation of employment and pension documents is coordinated by us rather than left to the client to arrange separately. This reduces errors and delays in the assembly of the claim file.
Every Submission is Authored in Full
We do not use standard-form submissions adapted for individual matters. Each written submission is prepared from scratch on the basis of the specific decision, record, and grounds of appeal.
Consistent Point of Contact
The practitioner who reviews your intake is the same person who handles your matter throughout. You will not be passed between staff members as the case progresses.
Recognition
Professional Milestones
2019
Lawyers Council of Thailand — Continuing Legal Education Certificate in Social Insurance Law
340+
Pension matters completed for clients across Thailand and abroad
6
Jurisdictions in which cross-border claim files have been prepared and filed
2023
Recognised in Thailand Legal Directories — Pension & Social Insurance Category
Take the First Step
Consider Whether Your Pension Record Has Been Fully Accounted For
An initial consultation involves no commitment. We will listen to the background and tell you honestly whether we are able to assist.