Our Partner, Mr Jimmy Chong, represented Malaysia at the 39th LAWASIA Conference 2026 in Seoul, speaking under the Real Estate and Transactions session on “Risks Arising from Cross-border Transactions in the Current World Climate.” The session brought together legal practitioners from across the region, with Mr Jimmy joining fellow panellists Mr Johannes Christian Sahetapy Engel, Founding […]
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Understanding the legal and contractual significance of vacant possession in Malaysian property transactions Introduction In a property transaction, the handover of the keys is often seen as the final step. The purchase price has been paid, the documents have been signed, and the purchaser is ready to take over the property. Yet, from a
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Not every medical complication amounts to medical negligence. If you believe you have suffered harm because of substandard medical treatment, understanding what must be proven is an important first step.
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On 27 June 2026, our Associate, Ms Dharshiney Visuvaseven, had the privilege of serving as a judge at the 8th Dato’ Hanif Hassan Moot Court Competition 2026, marking her third time serving as a judge for the competition. As an alumna of the competition and the first Director of the Moot Club, it was an honour
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After the death of a family member, one of the first steps in administering the estate is determining whether a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration is required. The applicable process depends primarily on whether the deceased left a valid Will and whether the appointed Executor is willing and able to act. 1. Grant
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Many potential litigants face the same problem: they believe they have been wronged, but do not have the documents, records, or particulars needed to properly commence legal action. For example, a contractor may know that works have been completed but does not have the payment certificates or valuation records. A person may be defamed online
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When disputes arise in the construction industry, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding the differences between CIPAA (the Construction and Industry Payment Act 2012), litigation, and arbitration can help parties choose the most appropriate avenue for resolving their disputes.
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Why Are You Bound by Your Dismissal Letter? A dismissal letter is often more than just a notification of termination. The contents of the letter may have significant implications for both employers and employees in any subsequent dispute or legal proceedings. In this video, our Partner, Mr Mohamad Sofian Shamsudin, shares key insights on why
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Law Chambers of Vin Sa & Ian was pleased to participate in Bengkel Resume dan Simulasi Temu Duga jointly organised by Persatuan Mahasiswa Fakulti Undang-Undang UKM (Perundang UKM) and Asian Law Students’ Association (ALSA UKM) on 4 April 2026 at the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia – UKM. Our Partner, Mr Mohd Amierul Sharafi Shaharizan,
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The global discourse on human rights has undergone a profound transformation, moving away from the purely aspirational language of the 1948 Universal Declaration toward a rigorous, enforcement-based judicial reality. In the contemporary era, human rights are no longer mere philosophical constructs; they are the battleground upon which the limits of state power are tested. Across
