Practice Areas
Employment law services built around what Malaysian workplaces actually need
Three focused practice areas, each grounded in Malaysian law and shaped by practical experience of how employment relationships work — and how they sometimes break down.
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Listen & Assess
We begin each matter by understanding your specific circumstances, not by applying a generic framework. The relevant facts shape the advice.
Advise & Act
Clear, written advice followed by practical action — whether that is a drafted document, a formal representation, or a policy set ready for adoption.
Resolve & Follow Through
We see matters through to conclusion and remain available for questions after the work is done. Our professional relationship does not end the day the document is delivered.
Service 01
Employment Contract Review & Drafting
A careful review and preparation service for employment agreements aligned with the Employment Act 1955 and prevailing Malaysian labour standards. Covers fixed-term and indefinite contracts, probation terms, non-compete clauses, intellectual property assignment provisions, and benefits structuring. The team works with both employers and employees to produce agreements that are clear, fair, and reflective of current regulatory expectations. Also addresses executive-level service agreements with performance-based remuneration structures and termination provisions.
What is covered
- Fixed-term & indefinite contracts
- Probation terms & confirmation
- Non-compete & restraint clauses
- IP assignment provisions
- Benefits & remuneration structuring
- Executive service agreements
Process
Initial document review or brief
Written analysis or first draft
Revision and discussion
Final signed-off document
FROM
RM 580
Service 02
Workplace Policy & HR Compliance
A consultative service for businesses looking to establish or update their internal employment policies. Covers employee handbook development, leave entitlement frameworks aligned with the Employment Act, workplace harassment prevention policies, disciplinary procedure design, and data protection obligations related to employee records under the PDPA. The team conducts a gap analysis against current regulatory requirements and delivers tailored policy documents ready for internal adoption. Suitable for SMEs scaling their workforce and larger organisations undergoing compliance audits.
What is covered
- Employee handbook development
- Leave entitlement frameworks
- Harassment prevention policies
- Disciplinary procedure design
- PDPA employee data obligations
- Regulatory gap analysis
Process
Gap analysis of existing documentation
Priority areas identified & agreed
Policy documents drafted & reviewed
Final set delivered, ready to adopt
FROM
RM 1,250
Service 03
Industrial Relations & Dispute Resolution
A measured advisory and representation service for handling workplace disputes through the Industrial Court and Department of Industrial Relations. Covers unfair dismissal claims, constructive dismissal advisory, collective bargaining support, and trade union recognition proceedings. The team assists with conciliation preparation, representation at Industrial Court hearings, and negotiation of settlement agreements. Also provides advisory on retrenchment procedures, voluntary separation schemes, and workforce restructuring within the bounds of the Industrial Relations Act 1967.
What is covered
- Unfair & constructive dismissal
- Collective bargaining support
- Trade union recognition
- Conciliation preparation & attendance
- Settlement negotiation
- Retrenchment & VSS advisory
Process
Position assessment & advice
DIR conciliation preparation
Representation at hearings
Settlement or award conclusion
FROM
RM 2,200
Service Comparison
Use this table to identify which service area is most relevant to your current situation.
| Feature | Contract Review | HR Compliance | Industrial Relations |
|---|---|---|---|
| For employers | |||
| For employees | |||
| Primarily document-based | |||
| Involves formal proceedings | |||
| Suitable for pre-employment | |||
| Suitable for active dispute | |||
| Starting fee (MYR) | RM 580 | RM 1,250 | RM 2,200 |
Best for
New hires, role changes, executive appointments
Best for
Growing SMEs, HR audits, compliance projects
Best for
Active disputes, retrenchment, Industrial Court matters
Technical & Professional Standards
Data Protection
All client data handled in accordance with PDPA 2010. Files are stored securely and access is restricted to relevant practitioners.
Quality of Documentation
Contracts and policy documents are reviewed for legal accuracy, internal consistency, and practical clarity before delivery.
Legislative Currency
We track Employment Act, IRA, and PDPA developments actively. Our templates and advice reflect the current legislative position.
Client Communication
Updates at each stage. Responses within one business day. Plain language throughout — legal terms explained where used.
Service Fees
Published starting fees for each practice area. Complex or multi-party matters are scoped and quoted individually.
Contract Review
RM 580
Starting fee
- Full contract review & markup
- Written advice on key risks
- One round of revision
- Final signed-off document
HR Compliance
RM 1,250
Starting fee
- Regulatory gap analysis
- Employee handbook or selected policies
- Ready-to-adopt documents
- Post-delivery query support
Industrial Relations
RM 2,200
Starting fee
- Position assessment & advice
- DIR conciliation preparation
- Industrial Court representation
- Settlement negotiation
Not sure which service applies to your situation?
Contact us with a brief description of your matter and we will advise on the most appropriate approach — without obligation.
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