Our Services
Legal Solutions Tailored to Your Circumstances
Three practice areas, each handled with focused expertise and a structured approach from initial consultation through to resolution.
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Our Approach to Every Matter
Before recommending any course of action, we spend time understanding the full context of your situation. Legal problems rarely arrive with neat edges — there are usually contributing circumstances, prior communications, and particular constraints that shape what is actually possible.
Our process begins with a careful review of available documentation and a detailed discussion of the background. From there, we prepare a written assessment of your options and our recommended approach, which forms the basis of your engagement letter.
Throughout the engagement, we maintain regular contact and update you as matters develop — whether that is a government filing response, a counter-position from another party, or a straightforward update on timeline.
Initial Review
We examine all relevant documentation and discuss the background of your matter before any advice is given.
Written Assessment
A written summary of your options and our recommended approach, with scope and fee clearly stated.
Active Engagement
We carry out the agreed work — filings, representations, document preparation — with regular progress updates.
Resolution & Follow-Up
We conclude the engagement with a clear record of outcomes and remain available for follow-up questions in the period after completion.
Practice Area 1
Employment Law Counsel
Comprehensive legal support for employers and employees navigating workplace matters under Malaysian law. We handle employment contract reviews, termination and retrenchment procedures, workplace policy drafting, and industrial relations matters before the Industrial Court.
This service is suitable for HR departments seeking policy reviews, business owners managing a redundancy process, and individuals who have received a termination notice and wish to understand their position. Typical engagements run two to four weeks depending on complexity.
Key Elements
- Employment contract review and negotiation advice
- Termination, retrenchment and VSS guidance
- Workplace policy and handbook drafting
- Industrial Relations Act proceedings
- Employer compliance audits under Employment Act 1955
Starting from
MYR 2,900
Practice Area 2
Intellectual Property Filing
Assistance with trademark registration, patent applications, and copyright documentation under Malaysian intellectual property law. Our MyIPO-registered agents manage the complete filing process, from preliminary clearance searches through to official registration certificates.
This service is suited to creative professionals protecting original work, technology companies filing patents, and manufacturers or retailers seeking to secure their brand identity. The standard registration timeline with MyIPO spans three to six months, with status updates provided throughout.
Key Elements
- Trademark clearance search and class selection
- MyIPO trademark and patent filing
- Copyright documentation and registration
- Response to examination queries from MyIPO
- IP portfolio advisory for growing businesses
Starting from
MYR 4,100
Practice Area 3
Immigration Compliance
Advisory and processing services for businesses and individuals managing visa applications, work permit renewals, and residency requirements under Malaysia's immigration framework. We liaise directly with the Immigration Department of Malaysia on clients' behalf.
Coverage includes Employment Pass applications for professional foreign hires, Dependent Pass processing for accompanying family members, and compliance audits for companies with international workforces. This service is appropriate for multinational employers, SMEs bringing in overseas specialists, and expatriates seeking residency clarity.
Key Elements
- Employment Pass (Category I, II, III) applications
- Dependent Pass and Long-Term Social Visit Pass
- Immigration compliance audits for employers
- Work permit renewals and status changes
- Immigration Department correspondence and liaison
Starting from
MYR 6,400
How to Choose
Service Comparison at a Glance
Use this table as a guide. If you are unsure which service applies to your situation, an initial discussion will help clarify the appropriate path.
| Feature | Employment Law | IP Filing | Immigration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for Individuals | |||
| Suitable for Companies | |||
| Government Filing Required | Sometimes | ||
| Typical Duration | 2–4 weeks | 3–6 months | 4–12 weeks |
| Starting Fee (MYR) | 2,900 | 4,100 | 6,400 |
| Written Engagement Letter | |||
| Ongoing Status Updates |
Across All Services
Professional Standards We Apply
Data Security
Client documents are handled through encrypted channels and stored with access controls. We comply with Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010.
Professional Conduct
All legal practitioners at Paxelis are governed by the Malaysian Bar's Professional Standards and Legal Profession Act 1976.
Written Scope Always
No engagement proceeds without a signed letter of engagement confirming scope, deliverables, timeline, and fee.
Client Communication
Correspondence is acknowledged within one business day. Major developments are communicated proactively without waiting for the client to enquire.
Conflict of Interest Checks
Each new matter is screened for potential conflicts before an engagement letter is issued, ensuring independence and integrity of advice.
Realistic Timelines
All timeline estimates are based on actual government processing times and the realistic complexity of each matter — not optimistic assumptions made to secure an engagement.
Fees
Service Pricing
The fees below represent starting rates for standard engagements. Matters involving additional complexity, multiple filings, or extended timelines are discussed and agreed before any additional costs are incurred.
Employment Law
Counsel & Documentation
MYR 2,900
Starting fee per matter
- Initial review & assessment
- Written legal opinion
- 2–4 week typical timeline
- Named legal contact
IP Filing
Trademark, Patent & Copyright
MYR 4,100
Starting fee per filing
- Clearance search included
- MyIPO filing & representation
- 3–6 month filing process
- Periodic status updates
Immigration
Work Permits & Compliance
MYR 6,400
Starting fee per engagement
- Employment & Dependent Pass
- Department liaison included
- 4–12 week typical timeline
- Compliance audit option
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Not Sure Which Service Applies?
An initial conversation carries no commitment. We are happy to hear the background of your matter and indicate which of our services — if any — would be relevant.