Ben Hart, Integrity Legal based in Bangkok....he does many blogs and You tube videos on anything legal. I met him once in Pattaya, a really knowledgeable lawyer who communicates very well. Good luck.
I did 4 months in Hua Hin in January 2022 and again December 2022 for another month......it was OK as I am a golfer and nightlife is quite low key....I did 6 months Pattaya last year and found Jomtien to be ideal for my age ( early sixties ), more sociable and more interesting with a much better choice of bars and restaurants......I guess down to personal preference but Pattaya/Jomtien areas certainly has much to offer.