Local Mastery. Borderless Practice
We are a full service firm delivering counsel across complex legal matters, providing comprehensive legal services to corporations, institutions and individuals across diverse practice areas and industries.
Appellate Advocacy
- Losing or winning at trial does not always conclude a dispute, and in many cases the outcome ultimately turns on the appellate process. We represent clients in appellate proceedings across all levels of the Malaysian courts, acting both for parties seeking to overturn adverse decisions and those defending favourable judgments.
- Appellate advocacy requires a distinct approach from trial work, focusing on identifying and advancing a limited number of decisive issues, working within the established evidential record, and presenting clear, structured and persuasive written and oral arguments. Our lawyers bring a disciplined understanding of both settled law and its development, enabling us to frame appeals with precision and focus.
- We act in a wide range of appellate matters, including commercial and corporate disputes, construction claims, regulatory and public law issues, and matters involving Islamic law and the intersection between civil and Syariah jurisdictions. Our practice further extends to judicial review proceedings, where we represent clients in challenging or defending decisions of administrative and statutory bodies, with particular emphasis on procedural fairness, jurisdiction and statutory interpretation.
Corporate & Commercial Litigation
- Whether navigating high-stakes disputes or managing day-to-day commercial conflicts, Fahda Nur & Yusmadi advises clients as trusted counsel in corporate and commercial dispute resolution, delivering practical and commercially grounded solutions across a wide range of contentious matters. Our approach is anchored in litigation strategy, enabling us to assess risk, frame issues precisely and protect our clients' interests with a clear focus on outcomes.
- Our lawyers bring a broad understanding of commercial law, allowing us to handle disputes that cut across multiple disciplines. We act in shareholder and partnership disputes, contractual and joint venture conflicts, construction and infrastructure claims, as well as disputes involving governance, regulatory compliance and professional liability. Our work often involves complex factual and legal issues, requiring careful analysis, strategic positioning and effective advocacy at all stages of proceedings.
- We represent corporations, government-linked entities, financial institutions and private clients in disputes that carry significant commercial and reputational implications. Our strength lies in understanding the business context behind each dispute, allowing us to deliver representation that is not only legally robust but commercially attuned, practical and results-driven.
Construction
- Whether you are an employer, government body or small-scale contractor, we tailor our approach to effectively manage and resolve construction disputes at every stage of a project.
- We specialise in the resolution of complex construction disputes, with a strong focus on representing employers and state-related entities. We act for government bodies, government-linked companies, statutory authorities, and private project owners across a broad spectrum of construction and infrastructure projects.
- We have extensive experience in construction arbitration and litigation, handling disputes involving delays, variations, defects, extensions of time, payment claims, and contract termination. Our team regularly represents employers in high-value disputes against contractors, subcontractors, and consultants, both in arbitral proceedings and before the courts.
- With a deep understanding of public sector requirements, regulatory frameworks, and procurement structures, we provide advice that aligns with our clients' operational, legal and policy considerations, particularly in managing disputes arising from large-scale infrastructure and government-driven projects.
Arbitration
- Arbitration provides an alternative mechanism for resolving disputes outside the courts and is commonly used in commercial and international transactions.
- Led by Fahda Nur Ahmad Kamar, our team has a strong track record representing developers, employers and state related entities in both arbitration and adjudication.
- We are experienced in managing high-value and complex disputes arising from contracts in a variety of sectors.
- Skilled in handling multi-party cases and proceedings across domestic and international arbitration, we provide strategic guidance and advocacy to safeguard our clients' interests and deliver practical, commercially sound outcomes.
Will, Trust & Probate
- Planning for the transfer and preservation of wealth requires careful structuring to ensure clarity, enforceability and alignment with both personal intentions and legal requirements. Our wills, trusts and probate practice provides comprehensive support across the full lifecycle of estate planning and administration, helping clients manage and protect their assets with confidence.
- We advise on the drafting of wills, the establishment of trusts, and the structuring of asset distribution arrangements, including matters involving Islamic and conventional frameworks. Our work also extends to probate and administration proceedings, including applications for grants of probate and letters of administration, as well as resolving disputes relating to inheritance, validity of wills, and competing claims over estates.
- With experience in both advisory and contentious matters, we assist individuals, families and institutions in ensuring that estate plans are properly implemented and, where necessary, effectively defended or challenged, with a focus on achieving outcomes that are practical, legally sound and aligned with long-term intentions.
Industrial Relation & Employment Law
- Managing the relationship between employers and employees can be complex, and disputes in this area often become sensitive and challenging.
- Our team provides comprehensive legal advisory and representation services to both employers and employees on employment and labour law matters in Malaysia. We understand the practical and nuanced issues that arise in the employer-employee relationship and focus on achieving effective and balanced solutions for our clients.
- We have extensive experience advising and representing local and international clients on issues such as unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, retrenchment, complaints before the Labour Department, and judicial review of decisions by public authorities in industrial relations matters. Our approach combines legal expertise with practical guidance to protect our clients' interests while fostering constructive outcomes.
Islamic Family Law
- Islamic family law matters can often feel unfamiliar and overwhelming, particularly where legal, financial and religious considerations intersect. With a clear and measured approach, these matters are handled comprehensively from pre-marriage arrangements and registration of marriage, to divorce, post-divorce obligations and all related issues in between.
- At Fahda Nur & Yusmadi, we cover the full spectrum of Syariah and related civil proceedings, including matrimonial claims, division of matrimonial assets (harta sepencarian), maintenance, custody and guardianship, as well as enforcement and variation of court orders. It also includes advisory and drafting work for marriage agreements, post-marital arrangements and asset structuring, particularly where Islamic principles intersect with civil law frameworks.
- We regularly appear before the Syariah Courts and, where required, the civil courts in matters involving overlapping jurisdiction. The firm is experienced in both contested proceedings and negotiated resolutions, including mediation and settlement, with a focus on achieving outcomes that are legally sound, practical and aligned with clients' long-term interests.
Islamic Property & Wealth Management
- Islamic property and wealth management can be legally and structurally complex, particularly where Shariah principles intersect with civil law frameworks and multi-generational planning considerations. Fahda Nur & Yusmadi handles these matters by providing structured, Shariah-compliant solutions for the protection, transfer and preservation of assets, ensuring that wealth arrangements are both legally effective and aligned with religious requirements.
- The firm advises on matters involving hibah, wasiat, faraid distribution, and the structuring of trusts and asset-holding arrangements, as well as issues relating to the acquisition, holding and transfer of property. It also addresses disputes concerning inheritance, beneficial ownership and competing claims over assets, particularly in cases involving overlapping jurisdictions between the Syariah and civil courts.
- We act for individuals, families and institutions seeking to manage and preserve wealth across generations, with an emphasis on clarity, continuity and risk mitigation, ensuring that asset structures remain robust, enforceable and capable of withstanding legal challenge.
Corporate & Commercial Advisory
- Corporate and commercial matters require clear, practical and commercially grounded advice, particularly in an increasingly complex regulatory and business environment.
- Our practice provides comprehensive advisory services to corporations, government-linked entities and private clients across a wide range of corporate and commercial matters. We assist with corporate structuring, governance and compliance, capital raising and financing arrangements, as well as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and business disposals.
- We also advise on the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements, regulatory approvals, and operational matters including outsourcing, employment and intellectual property protection. Our approach is informed by a strong dispute resolution background, enabling us to anticipate risks and structure transactions in a manner that safeguards our clients' interests while remaining practical and commercially effective.
Real Estate & Conveyancing
- Thinking of buying or selling a property, or preparing multiple Sale and Purchase Agreements as a developer? We provide end-to-end legal support to ensure your transaction is handled efficiently, securely and with clarity at every stage.
- We cover all aspects of property transactions, with strong experience in drafting and negotiating Sale and Purchase Agreements and handling sub-sale transactions for both landed and non-landed properties, as well as mixed-use and integrated developments.
- We advise developers, investors and individual clients across a full spectrum of real estate matters, delivering practical and commercially sound solutions tailored to each transaction. Our team is focused on achieving smooth, well-managed and risk-conscious outcomes, safeguarding our clients' interests from acquisition through to completion.
Islamic Banking & Finance
- Islamic banking and finance requires careful structuring and a deep understanding of both Shariah principles and the applicable civil and regulatory frameworks, particularly where commercial objectives must be balanced with religious compliance and enforceability considerations. Transactions in this space often involve layered structures, specialised documentation and evolving regulatory requirements, making it essential to adopt a precise and well-considered approach to ensure that financing arrangements are valid, effective and aligned with both legal and Shariah standards.
- We advise financial institutions, corporations and individuals on a wide range of Islamic finance matters, including financing structures, Shariah-compliant transactions, and regulatory compliance. Our work covers facilities such as murabahah, ijarah, musharakah and other Islamic financing arrangements, as well as documentation, risk allocation and enforcement issues.
- With a strong foundation in dispute resolution, we also represent clients in disputes arising from Islamic banking transactions, including recovery actions, contractual disputes and matters involving the intersection of civil and Syariah law.
Administration & Constitutional Law
- Malaysia operates a dual legal system, where civil law and Syariah law coexist, each governing distinct aspects of legal rights and obligations. We provide expert legal services in matters relating to public law, governance, and constitutional issues. We have extensive experience advising on and representing clients in disputes involving conflicts of laws, including both civil and Syariah jurisdictions.
- We assist clients in navigating complex legal frameworks, offering guidance on constitutional rights, administrative decisions, and inter-jurisdictional legal issues. Our team is skilled in judicial review, challenges to public authority decisions, and cross-jurisdictional conflicts, ensuring our clients' interests are effectively protected in both civil and Syariah proceedings.
- By combining deep legal knowledge with practical insights, we provide strategic, tailored solutions in even the most complex administrative and constitutional matters.
Criminal Defence & Strategic Litigation
- Led by Yusmadi Yusoff, the Criminal Defence & Strategic Litigation Practice is built on strategic advocacy, constitutionalism, and the protection of fundamental liberties. The practice represents individuals, professionals, public figures, corporate leaders, and institutions in complex criminal, regulatory, and public interest matters before all levels of the Malaysian courts. With extensive experience in high-profile and sensitive cases, the team is recognised for its rigorous legal analysis, courtroom advocacy, and discreet handling of reputationally sensitive matters.
- Yusmadi Yusoff brings a unique combination of litigation experience, parliamentary service, and public policy engagement. He served as Special Parliamentary Advisor on Anti-Corruption appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and participated in parliamentary deliberations relating to anti-corruption laws, financial crime, and governance reforms during his tenure as Member of Parliament and Senator. His legal experience includes defending Reformasi activists in the landmark Kesas Highway Assembly case, involvement in the Al Maunah national security case, representing individuals charged under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act, and acting for political leaders, public officials, and professionals in complex criminal and constitutional disputes.
- The practice covers a broad spectrum of criminal and regulatory matters, including commercial and corporate crime, white-collar and financial crime, corruption-related offences, anti-money laundering investigations, cybercrime, drug offences, regulatory enforcement proceedings, defamation-related criminal matters, appeals, bail applications, and public interest litigation. The team adopts a strategic and comprehensive approach that includes early intervention during investigations, engagement with enforcement authorities, trial and appellate advocacy, constitutional safeguards, and crisis and reputational management.
- Grounded in the principles of justice, fairness, and the rule of law, the practice reflects the firm's commitment to principled and fearless advocacy. Combining legal expertise with broader insight into governance, public policy, and regulatory frameworks, the team is equipped to navigate complex and high-stakes disputes with precision, professionalism, and strategic judgment.
