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Working notes from our chambers on developments in Malaysian corporate, conveyancing, family and civil law.

Enforcing Non-Compete Clauses in Malaysian Employment Contracts

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Enforcing Non-Compete Clauses in Malaysian Employment Contracts

Key Takeaways Section 28 of the Contracts Act 1950 renders agreements in restraint of trade void, subject to specific statutory exceptions. Malaysian courts distinguish between legitimate business int...

Contract Law Corporate Litigation Employment Law non-compete clauses

Sep 14, 2026

Unfair Dismissal Risks: A Strategic Guide for Malaysian Employers

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Unfair Dismissal Risks: A Strategic Guide for Malaysian Employers

In the Malaysian industrial relations landscape, the termination of an employment contract is not merely an administrative act but a process strictly governed by the Industrial Relations Act 1967 (IRA...

Corporate Compliance Employment Law HR Strategy Industrial Relations unfair dismissal risks

Sep 14, 2026

Managing Director's Liability for Corporate Fraud and Misappropriation

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Managing Director's Liability for Corporate Fraud and Misappropriation

In the Malaysian corporate landscape, directors hold a position of profound trust. When that trust is breached through corporate fraud or the unauthorized misappropriation of company assets, the legal...

Civil Litigation Compliance Corporate Fraud Corporate Law Director Liability

Sep 14, 2026

Succession Planning: Navigating the Probate and Administration Act 1959

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Succession Planning: Navigating the Probate and Administration Act 1959

For business owners and high-net-worth individuals in Malaysia, effective wealth transfer is not merely a personal matter but a critical component of corporate governance. The Probate and Administrati...

Corporate Succession Estate Planning Malaysian Law Probate Law Probate and Administration Act 1959

Sep 14, 2026

Trademark Protection and IP Enforcement Strategies in Malaysia

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Trademark Protection and IP Enforcement Strategies in Malaysia

In an increasingly competitive commercial environment, a company's brand is often its most valuable asset. For Malaysian businesses, securing Trademark Protection is not merely a branding exercise but...

Commercial Law Corporate Strategy Intellectual Property Trademark Protection

Sep 10, 2026

Shareholder Agreements and Dispute Resolution in Malaysian Private Limited Companies

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Shareholder Agreements and Dispute Resolution in Malaysian Private Limited Companies

Key Takeaways A well-drafted Shareholder Agreement (SHA) serves as the primary mechanism for governing the relationship between co-founders beyond the standard Articles of Association. Section 34 of t...

Business Governance Commercial Litigation Companies Act 2016 Corporate Law Shareholder Agreements

Sep 10, 2026

Navigating LHDN New Updates: Strategic Compliance for Malaysian Enterprises

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Navigating LHDN New Updates: Strategic Compliance for Malaysian Enterprises

Introduction The regulatory landscape in Malaysia is undergoing a significant transformation as the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) rolls out comprehensive digital initiatives. These LHDN new updates, cen...

Business Law Corporate Compliance LHDN new updates Regulatory Advisory Tax Law

Aug 10, 2026

Letters of Demand: A Strac Guide to Debt Recovery in Malaysia

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Letters of Demand: A Strac Guide to Debt Recovery in Malaysia

In the Malaysian commercial landscape, the Letter of Demand (LOD) serves as the formal foundation for any debt recovery effort. It is not merely a request for payment but a critical legal instrument t...

Commercial Litigation Corporate Law Debt Recovery Insolvency Letters of Demand

Aug 10, 2026

Understanding the Legal Implications of Section 302 of the Penal Code

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Understanding the Legal Implications of Section 302 of the Penal Code

Introduction In the Malaysian legal framework, the criminal offence of section 302 of the Penal Code represents the most severe category of homicide. It specifically addresses the crime of murder, pre...

Criminal Law Legal Compliance Litigation Penal Code criminal offence of section 302

Aug 10, 2026

Financial Strategy and Asset Preservation Before Filing for Divorce in Malaysia

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Financial Strategy and Asset Preservation Before Filing for Divorce in Malaysia

Key Takeaways Under the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976, courts have the power to order the division of matrimonial assets acquired during the marriage. Financial transparency is mandatory;...

Divorce Proceedings Family Law Financial Planning Matrimonial Assets financially before filing for divorce

Jul 29, 2026

Debt Recovery: Navigating Section 466 Winding-Up Procedures

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Debt Recovery: Navigating Section 466 Winding-Up Procedures

Effective debt recovery remains a critical pillar of corporate sustainability in Malaysia. When commercial negotiations fail, creditors must leverage the statutory mechanisms provided by the Companies...

Business Litigation Companies Act 2016 Corporate Insolvency Debt Recovery

Jul 29, 2026

Protecting Business Interests: The Enforceability of Restrictive Covenants in Malaysia

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Protecting Business Interests: The Enforceability of Restrictive Covenants in Malaysia

Key Takeaways Section 28 of the Contracts Act 1950 renders agreements in restraint of trade void, subject to limited exceptions. Restrictive covenants are generally unenforceable unless they protect a...

Contract Law Corporate Risk Employment Law restrictive covenants in Malaysia

Jul 29, 2026

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