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Employment & Industrial Relations - Malaysia
What the Team is Known For
Zul Rafique & Partners has a renowned employment law department in Kuala Lumpur that regularly handles advisory and contentious work, generally on behalf of employers. The firm provides services on general contractual employment matters, collective agreements, disciplinary proceedings, dismissals and retrenchment. The team also offers considerable experience advising on the employment aspects of M&A transactions.
Strengths
Zul Rafique & Partners are thorough in their legal assessments and they produce sound opinions. I have not seen many firms analyse the law with such depth and precision as this team of lawyers.
The team are both experienced and technically competent, always attentive and prompt in responding.
Work Highlights
Zul Rafique & Partners acted for Tenaga in a wrongful dismissal claim made by a former employee whose contract was terminated on the grounds of misconduct.
Notable practitioners
Wong Keat Ching is most professional in her engagement and pragmatic, with an excellent understanding of Malaysian employment law. She has consistently exceeded our expectations.
P Jayasingam is an outstanding lawyer.
I found Mr Jayasingam highly knowledgeable, with precise insights into my matter. He was also able to assuage my fears and provide emotional support.
Thavaselvi Pararajasingam is a force to be reckoned with. We're glad to be on the same side of the fence as her.
Alvare Teoh is based in Kuala Lumpur. Her growing practice involves representing employers in employment litigation, as well as advising on internal investigations and employee restructuring.
Alvare Teoh has a good understanding of Malaysian employment law. She is thorough in her opinions, conducts sound legal assessments and is very professional.