Executive Directors & Staff of DLO attend a training course on the subject of “Experience and suggestions in legal education and work”, given by Former Senior Justice of the Appeal Court, Mr. Chira Chotipong

On Saturday, July 18, 2020, the Executive Directors and lawyers of DLO attended a training course on the subject of “experiences and suggestions on legal education and work”, which was given by Mr. Chira Chotipong, who is a former Senior Justice of the Court of Appeal. During the course, Mr. Chira Chotipong shared his experiences and suggestions to DLO’s lawyers & executive directors with respect to legal education and the profession in order to improve the quality and efficiency of legal work, services and education.    

Summary of Thai Labour Law – Labour Protection Act (1998)

When managing a business in Thailand with employees, senior management should pay attention to the Labour Protection Act (1998) (“LPA”) and its related Ministerial Regulations given the broad impact it has coupled with the legal penalties which can be imposed on them should they breach this law. This article addresses several of the most important aspects of this Act and its Regulations. Work Rules When Required: Employers with ten or more staff must have the work rules prepared in Thai language with a copy to be held at the place of business operations or the employer’s office. If the Employer has announced the application of Work Rules in accordance with the LPA, even if later the number of employees reduces to be less than ten persons, the Employer must still continue to comply.   Amending the Work Rules: If there […]

Tax Newsletter AUGUST 2018

DLO’s Tax Newsletter                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Issue 92 August 2018 Inside this Issue Tax […]

Tax Newsletter JULY 2018

DLO’s Tax Newsletter                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Issue 91 July 2018 Inside this Issue […]

Dharmniti Group Sports Day – 21 July 2018

On Saturday 21 July 2018 the Dharmniti Group held its annual Sports Day with staff allocated to different color teams. Staff from all companies within the Dharmniti Group (including Dharmniti Law Office) participated on the day in a range of activities including races, tug-o-war and a color parade for each participating house color. The event was a great success and all staff had an enjoyable day.     

Newsletter JUNE 2018

DLO’s Tax Newsletter                                                                                                                         Issue 90 June 2018 Inside this Issue Tax Laws Update 1. Adding types of assessable income which are derived from holding digital tokens or transferring cryptocurrency or digital tokens as assessable income under Section 40 (4) of Thai Revenue Code. 2. Amending the rules relating to donations made to support educational institutions, including exemptions on income tax, value added tax, specific business tax and stamp duty for donors to educational institutions. 3. Income tax exemption for Companies or Juristic Partnerships by allowing the deduction of expenses paid out by corporate entities for training seminars held in second-tier tourism provinces of Thailand, with the deduction set at the rate of twice the actual amount paid out. 4. Income tax exemption for Companies or Juristic Partnerships which permits them to deduct expenses paid out for implementing […]

United States Embassy Reception – Celebrating the 242nd Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America

On Thursday, June 28, 2018, DLO’s Foreign Services Manager, Mr. Ryan Crowley attended the U.S. Embassy’s official reception at the Intercontinental Hotel Bangkok which celebrated the 242nd Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. The evening was a success and DLO was proud to be invited to attend this auspicious event.        

Tax Newsletter MAY 2018

DLO’S Tax Newsletter   Issue 89 May 2018 Inside this Issue Tax Laws Update 1. Personal Income Tax (PIT) exemptions for income paid for shares or investing in companies or juristic partnerships, which is a new entrepreneur, in certain targeted industries.   Tax News 1.  Tax measures to support the merger of Thai commercial banks. 2.  The extension of tax measures encouraging natural persons to operate as Juristic Persons.   Interesting Deka (Supreme Court Judgment) Dika                   (Supreme Court Judgment) No. 576/2560 in re: Between            Mrs. Gor.                                              Plaintiff Revenue Department                            Defendant Issue:                 Whether personal income tax (PIT) in relevant to income or any other benefits received from a Provident Fund   Tax Laws Update 1. Personal Income Tax (PIT) exemptions for income paid for shares or investing in the company or juristic partnership, which is a new entrepreneur in […]

Tax Newsletter APRIL 2018

DLO’S Tax Newsletter   Issue No. 88, April 2018 Inside this Issue   Newest Laws Exclusion of income from other types of income to be included in the computation of tax Exemption of personal income tax  for the disabled who are foreigners and residents in Thailand Exemption of personal income tax on income paid as a service fee for conducted tour business and as an accommodation cost in a secondary tourism province   Tax News 1.       Tax measure to support the development of state welfare card holders Measure to tax digital assets Tax measure to support undertakings of the Land Bank Administration Institute (Public Organization)   Interesting Dika (Supreme Court) Judgment Dika (Supreme Court) Judgment No. 5552/2560 in re: Company Thor.                                     Plaintiff VS.                     The Revenue Department                                   Defendant Subject:             Liability (Tax Point) for value added tax payment in the writing-off of […]