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Divorce process in Johor Bahru
Family Law · 15 Mar 2025

Filing for Divorce in Johor Bahru: What to Expect

A guide to the divorce process in JB courts — mutual consent vs contested, timelines, and what happens at each stage under the Law Reform Act 1976.

Child custody in Malaysia
Family Law · 8 Mar 2025

Child Custody in Malaysia: How Courts Decide

How Malaysian courts determine custody based on the welfare principle, the Guardianship of Infants Act 1961, and types of custody orders.

Matrimonial assets division
Family Law · 28 Feb 2025

Dividing Matrimonial Assets After Divorce in Malaysia

Section 76 of the LRA 1976, Harta Sepencarian, how courts divide property, and what counts as direct and indirect contributions.

Spousal maintenance rights
Family Law · 20 Feb 2025

Spousal Maintenance: Your Rights Under Malaysian Law

When and how the court orders maintenance, factors considered under Sections 77 and 78 of the Law Reform Act, and how to enforce or vary an order.

Domestic violence protection
Family Law · 12 Feb 2025

Legal Protection Against Domestic Violence in Malaysia

The Domestic Violence Act 1994, protection orders, interim orders, criminal penalties, and how to apply for relief through the courts.

Property purchase for Singaporeans
Property Law · 30 Jan 2025

Singaporeans Buying Property in JB: A Legal Guide

Foreign ownership rules, stamp duty, conveyancing procedures, and common pitfalls for Singaporean buyers in Johor Bahru.

Wills and estate planning
Estate Planning · 22 Jan 2025

Why Every Malaysian Family Needs a Will

Consequences of dying intestate, the Distribution Act 1958, probate process, and why proper estate planning protects your family's future.

Adoption process in Malaysia
Family Law · 15 Jan 2025

Adopting a Child in Malaysia: Legal Requirements

The Adoption Act 1952, Registration of Adoptions Act 1952, court requirements for non-Muslims, and the process for foreign adoptions.

Employment dismissal rights
Employment Law · 8 Jan 2025

Unfair Dismissal: What Malaysian Employees Should Know

The Industrial Relations Act 1967, representation to the DG of IR, Industrial Court process, remedies and compensation available.

Prenuptial agreements
Family Law · 28 Dec 2024

Prenuptial Agreements in Malaysia: Are They Enforceable?

The legal status of prenups in Malaysia, whether courts recognise them, and practical considerations for couples contemplating marriage.

Strata property rights
Property Law · 15 Dec 2024

Strata Property Owners: Know Your Rights in Malaysia

The Strata Titles Act 1985, Management Corporation duties, common property disputes, sinking fund, and maintenance charge issues.

Cross border divorce
Family Law · 5 Dec 2024

Cross-Border Divorce: When One Spouse Is in Singapore

Jurisdiction issues, which court to file in, service across the Causeway, recognition of foreign divorce orders, and tips for JB-Singapore couples.