MahWengKwai & Associates

MahWengKwai & Associates MahWengKwai & Associates is a leading firm of advocates and solicitors. We are committed in deliveri

MahWengKwai & Associates is pleased to offer the following legal services:

✔ Litigation and dispute resolution
Civil, commercial, corporate and general litigation, local and international arbitration, mediation, judicial review.

✔ Corporate and commercial
Mergers & Acquisitions, restructurings, joint ventures,
competition, environmental law, clean development
mechanism, real estate, franchising

and regulatory
compliance.

✔ Debt recovery
Recovery proceedings and execution of judgments including bankruptcy proceedings, insolvency and liquidation, foreclosures and auctions.

✔ Property litigation
Recovery of land, orders for specific performance, joint-venture disputes, trespass, landlord and tenant disputes, removal of caveats, setting aside of charges, partitioning of land, corrections to titles, land acquisition.

✔ Construction litigation and arbitration
Claims for work done, liquidated ascertained damages, design defects, construction faults, unforeseen adverse physical conditions, insurance claims.

✔ Employment and labour
Employment contracts, performance and disciplinary issues, industrial court representation, workplace health and safety.

✔ Communications and technology
Regulatory compliance, operational contracts, media and entertainment, IT and e-commerce.

✔ Intellectual property
Copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, confidential information.

✔ Family and matrimony
Adoption, custody, divorce, property distribution, maintenance claims and annulment of marriages.

✔ Wills, trusts and probate
Personal and commercial trusts, grants of probate and letters of administration, transmission of property.

✔ Criminal matters
Advisory and court representation, commercial crimes, offences against persons and property, bailable and non-bailable offences. We are continually developing our expertise in new areas of law. Our clients are welcome to discuss any of their legal matters with us.

Sexual harassment complaints can expose employers and organisations to significant legal, operational and reputational r...
10/06/2026

Sexual harassment complaints can expose employers and organisations to significant legal, operational and reputational risks if not handled appropriately. What may begin as an internal HR issue can quickly escalate into investigations, disciplinary proceedings and tribunal claims.

Join us for this online talk as we examine the legal obligations of employers, practical approaches to handling workplace complaints, and the key measures organisations can take to strengthen compliance, manage risk and respond effectively to tribunal proceedings. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mrym588t

Probate and estate disputes can delay the appointment of an executor or administrator, leaving estate assets unmanaged o...
05/06/2026

Probate and estate disputes can delay the appointment of an executor or administrator, leaving estate assets unmanaged or at risk.

In our latest article, we explain when Malaysian courts may appoint an Administrator Pendente Lite (APL) to temporarily preserve and manage an estate during a dispute and when the court may refuse to do so due to lack of necessity, excessive costs, or concerns over neutrality.

Read more: Probate and Estate Disputes in Malaysia: When Is an Administrator Pendente Lite Appointed?

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/55fhw5mm

Our Senior Associate, Rachel Ng, recently delivered a talk titled “Third-Party Access to Rights of Way: Legal Limits, Ri...
04/06/2026

Our Senior Associate, Rachel Ng, recently delivered a talk titled “Third-Party Access to Rights of Way: Legal Limits, Risks and Liability” at the office of Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd.

The session explored key legal issues related to third-party access, infrastructure sharing, utility crossings, and the legal risks and liabilities associated with the use of railway corridors and assets in large-scale infrastructure projects.

We thank Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd for the opportunity and the engaging discussions.

Co-proprietorship of land often begins as a practical arrangement between family members, business partners, or investor...
22/05/2026

Co-proprietorship of land often begins as a practical arrangement between family members, business partners, or investors. However, disagreements over the use, management, development, or disposal of the property may ultimately result in significant legal and commercial disputes.

This online talk will examine the legal framework governing the termination of co-proprietorships under Malaysian law, including the rights and remedies available to co-proprietors, the legal considerations involved, and the court’s approach to resolving such disputes.

Whether you are a co-owner, investor, developer, or legal practitioner, this session offers valuable guidance on navigating co-ownership disputes effectively while protecting your legal and commercial interests. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2zktn9tx

Our Medical Negligence team, Jason Lim, Joyce Wong, and Tharani Kunasekaran, recently participated in the 2026 Sarawak M...
22/05/2026

Our Medical Negligence team, Jason Lim, Joyce Wong, and Tharani Kunasekaran, recently participated in the 2026 Sarawak Medico-Legal Conference held on 16–17 May 2026 at the Mercure Miri City Centre. The conference brought together healthcare professionals, medico-legal practitioners, and industry experts to discuss current developments and emerging issues in healthcare and medical law.

The conference also featured our Consultant, Dato’ Mah Weng Kwai, as both a speaker and panellist, where he shared his perspectives and experience in medico-legal practice and litigation.

It was a valuable opportunity to discuss patient safety, professional accountability, medical ethics, and the evolving medico-legal landscape.

Can a land reference decision under the Land Acquisition Act 1960 be appealed? Section 49 imposes strict limits, particu...
22/05/2026

Can a land reference decision under the Land Acquisition Act 1960 be appealed? Section 49 imposes strict limits, particularly on compensation. However, appellate courts continue to permit appeals on genuine questions of law. In this article we explain the legal framework, key cases, and how to distinguish appealable errors from valuation disputes. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/57xxveuf

We are pleased to share that our firm has once again been recognised in the Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2025 (Edit...
14/05/2026

We are pleased to share that our firm has once again been recognised in the Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2025 (Edition 2026) rankings across the following categories:

- Commercial and Transactions (Tier 3)
- Construction (Other Notable Firms)
- Labour and Employment (Tier 3)
- White Collar Crime (Recommended)

This recognition reflects the commitment, teamwork, and excellence demonstrated by our team across all practice areas. We sincerely thank our clients and colleagues for their trust and continued support.

The full rankings are available here: https://tinyurl.com/r2wtyej8

When buying property, choosing between cash and a bank loan is not merely a financial decision. It also affects how the ...
08/05/2026

When buying property, choosing between cash and a bank loan is not merely a financial decision. It also affects how the transaction is structured, how funds are protected, and how completion takes place.

In this article, we explain the practical differences between cash and loan purchases, including stakeholder arrangements, timelines, and the risks that cash buyers may overlook.

Click here to read the full article: https://tinyurl.com/33jetkay

We are pleased to share that our Senior Associate and Head of the Medical & Personal Injury Department, Jeremy Balang, w...
05/05/2026

We are pleased to share that our Senior Associate and Head of the Medical & Personal Injury Department, Jeremy Balang, was invited to speak at the "Kursus Pengukuhan Pampasan Perubatan: No-Fault Compensation bagi Memperkasa Pengurusan Keselamatan Pesakit dalam KKM", organised by the Institut Pengurusan Kesihatan (IHM) at the National Institutes of Health, on 28 April 2026.

Jeremy's session examined the policy and legal considerations surrounding the potential implementation of a no-fault compensation system in Malaysia.

At MahWengKwai & Associates, we remain committed to contributing to conversations that shape the future of medical law and healthcare governance in Malaysia.

MahWengKwai & Associates is proud to have supported the Women’s Rights Conference 2026 – Together We Create PowHER organ...
04/05/2026

MahWengKwai & Associates is proud to have supported the Women’s Rights Conference 2026 – Together We Create PowHER organised by the Bar Council's Women's Rights Committee on 29th April 2026.

Across panels and plenaries, critical issues were confronted head-on: why gender-based violence persists despite legal protections, the urgent need to strengthen enforcement and access to justice, and the growing threat of online harassment and digital harm against women.

With more than half of our workforce comprising women, these are not abstract ideals for us. They reflect the reality of who we are as a firm. We see, every day, the impact of empowering women within the profession, and we remain committed to supporting platforms and organisations that actively advance women’s rights and representation.

We are proud to stand alongside organisations that are not just discussing change but driving it. Because women’s rights should not be a sidebar.

They belong on the front page.

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