Author name: Sebastien H. Brousseau

Sebastien H. Brousseau, LL.B., B.Sc.\nFounder and Managing Partner at ThaiLawOnline. A Canadian lawyer with over 30 years of practice, Mr. Brousseau has been living in Thailand since 2004. He has successfully served 4,500+ client matters for expats and Thais. His areas of focus include Prenuptial Agreements, Family Law, Property Law, Corporate Law, Litigation, Criminal Defense, and Immigration.\n\nAdmitted to the Bar of Quebec and the International Bar Association, Mr. Brousseau also holds degrees in Criminology and Political Science. He was the founder of Isaan Lawyers (Managing Director 2007-2022) and one of the first foreign lawyers in Isaan. He has written more than 500 legal articles in his career. Our team has 20 years in practice, focus on expat work.\n\nAll advice and representation are delivered through licensed members of the Lawyers Council of Thailand.

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Newsletter ThaiLawOnline : February 2026

Property Secrets, Blue Oceans, and Peace of Mind Welcome to the February edition of our newsletter. Before we dive in, we owe you an apology. 🔧 A Quick Note About Last Month Many of you received our January newsletter 5 to 10 times. We are truly sorry for flooding your inbox. This was a coding […]

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Newsletter ThaiLawOnline : January 2026

Happy New Year 2026: Rethinking Law, AI, and Value This isn’t just another newsletter. It’s a conversation about how we’re rethinking everything, including how we talk to you. We have been quiet for many months rethinking how to improve our services. In the near future, the architecture of this newsletter will become fully interactive. You […]

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Choosing a Lawyer in Thailand: Guide to Costs and More

Choosing a lawyer in Thailand is not just about personal connections anymore. In 2026, the focus is now on skills, ethics, and using technology. As the Kingdom moves forward with its "Thailand 4.0" digital economy, the legal field is split. There are traditional manual firms and modern "LegalTech" practices. The latter use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the D-Court system. This helps them provide faster and cheaper results.

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Thailand’s New Electronic Work Permit System: A Complete Guide for Expatriates

Thailand has fundamentally transformed how foreign workers obtain and manage work authorization. On October 13, 2025, the Ministry of Labour launched the e-Work Permit System. This new system replaces the old paper “blue book” work permit that expatriates have used for many years. This digital platform is Thailand’s biggest update for managing foreign workers. It […]

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2025 New Rules on Border Runs Limits in Thailand

If you have been relying on "border runs" (leaving Thailand briefly to neighboring countries and returning immediately) to stay in the Kingdom, you need to pay close attention. As of late 2024 and moving into 2025, Thai Immigration has launched a significant crackdown on what they classify as "visa abuse." These changes pertain to the new Border Runs Limits in Thailand. They just published new rules in November 2025 and here they are. Understanding the new Border Runs Limits in Thailand is essential for maintaining your stay legally.

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Alternative Dispute Resolution in Thailand, ADR & Arbitration

Thailand’s legal landscape offers multiple pathways for resolving disputes, each with distinct advantages, costs, and timeframes. For expatriates and businesses in the Kingdom, it is important to understand the differences between Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and traditional litigation. This is especially true for ADR in Thailand. This knowledge helps them make better decisions when conflicts […]

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Thailand Visa Reform in 2025: Advice for Travel to Thailand

Thailand has made big changes to its immigration system in recent years. This has changed how foreign nationals apply for and get non-immigrant visas. Starting August 31, 2025, Thailand will cut its 17-category non-immigrant visa system down to 7 categories. This change aims to make the process simpler and more efficient for users. This reform is the main part of Thailand’s 2025 immigration modernization plan. This plan also includes new digital arrival systems and a global e-visa expansion.

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