Three Areas of
Dedicated Practice
Consultation and assessment, Syariah court representation, and faraid estate advisory — each handled by practitioners with direct experience in the relevant courts and forums.
Back to HomeOur Methodology
The same working approach underlies all three practice areas: listen carefully, advise clearly, and allow the client to proceed at their own pace.
Listen First
Every engagement begins with a comprehensive first session. We do not form a view of your matter until we have heard the full picture from you.
Advise in Writing
Legal options are set out in writing. You can read the advice again, share it with family members, and return to it when making your decision.
Proceed With You
Work begins only when you are ready and the scope is agreed. We keep you informed at every stage, from filing through to resolution.
Consultation & Matter Assessment
A private first session for Muslim individuals considering divorce, reconciliation, variation of an existing order, or a faraid-related concern. The conversation is held at a measured pace, with a senior practitioner who is able to explain the applicable state enactment — whether the Islamic Family Law (Federal Territories) Act 1984 or its state equivalents — the stages of Syariah court procedure, and the typical documentary and witness requirements.
Clients leave with a written summary of their options, with adequate time to consider before any further step is taken. This session is not a commitment to proceed — it is a means of understanding your position with full information.
What This Session Covers
- Applicable state enactment and its key provisions for your situation
- Which Syariah court has jurisdiction and why
- Stages of the relevant proceeding (talaq, fasakh, khuluk, variation, etc.)
- Documentary requirements and likely timeline
- Written options summary within five working days
Process Steps
You submit an enquiry indicating your area of concern and preferred time.
We confirm a session with a senior practitioner appropriate to your matter.
A 60–90 minute private session at our Wisma UOA office or by video link.
Written summary of options delivered within five working days.
"The first step is understanding what your situation actually involves under the law — not what you have heard from others. That clarity changes the quality of every decision you make afterwards."
Divorce, Nafkah & Hadhanah
Full representation in contested Syariah family proceedings, covering fasakh, talaq, khuluk, ta'liq, nafkah iddah and mut'ah claims, and hadhanah and hak lawatan (custody and access) matters. Scope includes statement and counterclaim drafting, preparation for sulh sessions, witness preparation, and advocacy at the Lower and Appeal Syariah Courts.
We place significant weight on sulh as a route where the parties can reach an agreement that preserves family relationships, while remaining fully prepared to conduct hearings where required. More than sixty per cent of our contested family matters settle at the sulh stage when both parties are properly prepared.
Matters We Handle
Faraid, Estate & Hibah Advisory
Advisory and representation on Muslim estate distribution under faraid rules, including preparation of faraid certificates, applications for Perintah Pusaka at the appropriate forum — Amanah Raya, the Land Office, or the High Court depending on estate value and asset type — and coordination of hibah, wasiat, and harta sepencarian claims.
The engagement begins with a careful mapping of the family structure and assets, followed by a considered written plan of action. Sensitive matters — such as an estate with minor beneficiaries, or contested claims between heirs — are handled with patience and full clarity throughout.
Estate Work We Undertake
- Faraid certificate preparation and Syariah court filing
- Perintah Pusaka applications at Amanah Raya or Land Office
- High Court grant of probate coordination (larger estates)
- Hibah validity and enforceability advisory
- Wasiat drafting and registration
- Harta sepencarian claims in connected divorce proceedings
- Contested heir disputes, including minor beneficiary matters
"Faraid matters that look straightforward at first often reveal complexity — a hibah arrangement made informally, a property in multiple names, a heir abroad. We map the full picture before recommending a route."
Choosing the Right Service
Not sure where to begin? This comparison helps identify which engagement is most appropriate for your situation.
| Your situation | Consultation RM 1,400 |
Divorce & Custody From RM 3,700 |
Faraid & Estate From RM 5,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Considering divorce but unsure of options | |||
| Divorce proceedings already necessary | |||
| Nafkah or hadhanah dispute in progress | |||
| Deceased family member with Muslim estate | |||
| Planning hibah or wasiat arrangements | |||
| Unsure where to begin |
★ = primary recommendation | ✓ = also relevant | — = typically not the starting point
Standards Across All Services
Client Privilege
Legal professional privilege applies from first contact. All information shared remains strictly confidential.
Written Engagement
Scope and fees are documented before any work begins. No charges arise from outside agreed scope.
Regular Updates
Clients are kept informed between hearing dates. Queries are acknowledged within one working day.
Current Knowledge
Practitioners participate in JKSM continuing development programmes and follow legislative developments across state enactments.
Ready to Discuss Your Matter?
Submit an enquiry indicating which area of concern applies to you. We will confirm a session with the appropriate practitioner and provide the time to consider your options at your own pace.
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