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

Corporate Oppression: Protecting Minority Interests under the Companies Act 2016

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Corporate Oppression: Protecting Minority Interests under the Companies Act 2016

Key Takeaways Section 346 of the Companies Act 2016 provides a robust mechanism for minority shareholders to seek relief against oppressive, unfairly discriminatory, or prejudicial conduct. The court ...

Civil Litigation Corporate Law Shareholder Disputes corporate oppression

Jul 29, 2026

Directors Criminal Liability: Navigating MACC Investigations Under Section 17A

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Directors Criminal Liability: Navigating MACC Investigations Under Section 17A

In the evolving regulatory landscape of Malaysia, the enforcement of anti-corruption measures has moved beyond mere corporate reputation to direct personal exposure for the boardroom. The introduction...

Corporate Governance Criminal Law Director Liability MACC Compliance directors criminal liability

Jul 29, 2026

Corporate Insolvency: Navigating Section 466 Winding-Up Procedures

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Corporate Insolvency: Navigating Section 466 Winding-Up Procedures

In the Malaysian commercial landscape, the ability to recover outstanding debts is fundamental to business solvency. When conventional collection methods fail, creditors often turn to the statutory fr...

Companies Act 2016 Corporate Litigation Debt Recovery Insolvency Law corporate winding-up

Jul 29, 2026

Managing Director's Breach of Fiduciary Duty under Malaysian Law

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Managing Director's Breach of Fiduciary Duty under Malaysian Law

In the Malaysian corporate landscape, the managing director serves as the primary engine of operational strategy and decision-making. However, this authority is strictly circumscribed by the Companies...

Civil Litigation Companies Act 2016 Corporate Law Director Liability breach of fiduciary duty

Jul 29, 2026

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