Three Services
Pension Legal Work,
Done Carefully
Boon Counsel offers three distinct pension legal services — each with a clear scope, a structured process, and a fixed fee stated at the outset.
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How We Approach Every Matter
Every matter at Boon Counsel begins with a written intake. Before we form any view on the case, we read the documents. This is a discipline — not a formality. Pension decisions are often more nuanced than they appear, and contribution histories, particularly those spanning multiple employers or jurisdictions, require careful assembly before any analysis is useful.
Once the record has been reviewed, we discuss the options with the client. We explain what the documents support, what they do not support, and what the likely implications are of each available course of action. We do this before any external step is taken — so that nothing is filed without the client's informed understanding of what is being argued and why.
Across all three services, copies of all correspondence and submissions are provided to the client as they are sent. At the conclusion of each matter, the client holds a complete file of the work done on their behalf.
Written Intake
Structured questionnaire and document request to capture the relevant facts and employment history.
Document Review
Full review of all available pension statements, employer records, and prior correspondence with authorities.
Analysis and Discussion
Written findings shared with the client, followed by a discussion of options before any external action is taken.
Submission and Follow-up
External filings prepared and submitted with copies to the client. Progress tracked and reported at each stage.
Service One
Pension Entitlement Review
A careful review of an individual's pension entitlement, intended for clients who have reason to believe their state or occupational pension has been calculated below what their work history supports.
The work begins with a written intake covering employment records, contribution history, and any prior correspondence with the relevant authority. We then prepare an analysis identifying any periods that may have been overlooked or undercounted, and discuss possible courses of action with the client before any external steps are taken.
This service typically addresses:
- Pension figures that do not appear to reflect the full contribution record
- Periods of employment that may have been overlooked or excluded
- Calculations where Social Security contribution records and employer records do not match
- Entitlement questions following a change in employment status or country of residence
Process Steps:
Written intake and document submission
Full review of contribution records and authority correspondence
Preparation of written analysis identifying any discrepancies
Discussion of findings and available next steps
Service Two
Cross-Border Pension Claim Preparation
A focused service for clients with contribution histories spanning more than one country — common among those who have worked across the region or returned to Thailand after years abroad.
We assist in gathering and translating the relevant employment documents, identifying which authorities to engage, and preparing a coordinated claim file. Communication with each authority is conducted in writing, with copies provided to the client throughout. Timelines vary considerably depending on the jurisdictions involved.
This service is suited to those who have:
- Worked in Thailand and one or more other countries
- Returned to Thailand after extended periods abroad
- Contribution records held by multiple authorities in different languages
- Received conflicting information from different pension authorities
Process Steps:
Written intake mapping all jurisdictions and employers involved
Document gathering and translation coordination
Identification of relevant authorities and preparation of coordinated claim file
Written communication with each authority and ongoing client updates
Service Three
Pension Decision Appeal Representation
Representation in formal appeals against unfavourable pension decisions — including reduced calculations, denied entitlements, and disputed contribution periods.
The work begins with a careful reading of the original decision, identification of the legal and factual grounds for appeal, and preparation of the written submission. Where an oral hearing is scheduled, we attend with the client and present the case. We are candid about likely outcomes from the outset and revisit the assessment as the case develops.
This service addresses decisions involving:
- Pension calculations reduced below the expected entitlement
- Entitlements denied by the Social Security Office or equivalent authority
- Contribution periods disputed or excluded from the calculation
- Administrative decisions that do not address the grounds raised in prior correspondence
Process Steps:
Careful reading of the original decision and identification of appealable grounds
Preparation of formal written submission addressing each ground
Independent review of submission before filing
Attendance at oral hearing if scheduled; ongoing assessment and client updates
Choosing the Right Service
Which Service Is Right for Your Situation?
| Your Situation | Entitlement Review ฿8,500 |
Cross-Border Claim ฿28,000 |
Appeal Representation ฿34,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pension figure seems lower than expected | |||
| Worked in multiple countries | |||
| Received a formal unfavourable decision | |||
| Need translation of foreign pension documents | |||
| Oral hearing scheduled | |||
| Not yet sure whether there is a valid case |
Not sure which applies to your situation? Contact us — an initial conversation will help clarify which service, if any, is relevant.
Across All Services
Professional Standards and Protocols
Registered Legal Practice
All practitioners hold current certificates of practice under the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Professional conduct obligations apply to all client work.
Confidentiality and Data Protection
Client documents are held securely and shared only as required to progress the matter. We comply with the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA).
Independent Submission Review
All formal submissions are reviewed by a second practitioner before filing. This internal check reduces error and strengthens the quality of the final document.
Complete File to Client
Copies of all correspondence, submissions, and authority responses are provided to the client throughout and at the conclusion of each matter.
Regular Written Updates
Progress updates are provided at each meaningful stage. Clients do not need to contact us to learn the status of their matter.
Candid Assessment Throughout
We do not present a more favourable view of a matter than the record supports. Our assessment is updated and shared with the client as circumstances develop.
Fee Schedule
Fixed Fees — No Hourly Billing
Service One
Pension Entitlement Review
฿8,500
Fixed fee · Per review
- Written intake and document review
- Contribution period analysis
- Written findings report
- Discussion of options
Service Two
Cross-Border Claim Preparation
฿28,000
Fixed fee · Per matter
- Multi-jurisdiction mapping
- Document gathering and translation
- Coordinated claim file preparation
- Written updates throughout
Service Three
Appeal Representation
฿34,500
Fixed fee · Per matter
- Grounds of appeal analysis
- Written submission preparation
- Independent submission review
- Hearing attendance if required
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Not Sure Which Service Applies?
Contact us to describe the background. A brief initial exchange will usually clarify which service, if any, is appropriate to your circumstances.
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