Employment Law
Employment Law Services in Malaysia
At Messrs. Ng, Zainurul, Seke & Khoo , we are recognized as one of the leading employment law firms in Malaysia, ranked by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific in 2023 and 2024.
Our dedicated employment law team has successfully represented both employees and employers in landmark cases, from unfair dismissal claims to Industrial Court disputes and High Court appeals. Whether you are a company seeking compliance or an individual fighting for your rights, our firm delivers results.
Our Employment Law Services
We provide expert legal advice and representation across the full spectrum of Malaysian employment law, including:
- Drafting & reviewing Employment Contracts and HR Policies
- Employment Share Option Schemes (ESOS)
- Disciplinary & Misconduct Proceedings
- Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) for poor performance
- Retirement & Medical Boarding Out matters
- Redundancy, Retrenchment, VSS & MSS schemes
- Representation in Industrial Court Disputes & Appeals
- Unfair Dismissal & Constructive Dismissal Claims
- Whistleblower protection & compliance
Track Record of Success
We are proud of our proven track record, with cases reported in national media and official law reports.
Landmark Employee Wins
- Heineken Malaysia (2024) – Represented a former senior IT manager in an unfair dismissal claim. The Industrial Court ordered Heineken Malaysia to pay RM 893,200 in compensation, one of the largest awards in recent years. Handled by Lawyer Khoo
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- Metronic Engineering (2019) – Defended a group financial controller dismissed without just cause. The Industrial Court awarded RM 178,000 in back wages and compensation. Handle by Lawyer Khoo
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Landmark Employer Wins
- Bina Puri Sdn Bhd (2025) – Successfully defended the company against a constructive dismissal claim. The High Court dismissed the judicial review, ruling that additional duties were within the claimant’s job scope and there was no bad faith by the employer. Handled by Lawyer Khoo
Case reference: Hasnah Hashim v. Bina Puri Sdn Bhd & Anor [2025] 3 MELR 660
- Corporate Partners Consultancy Sdn Bhd (2025) – Successfully defended employer in an insubordination and misconduct claim. The Industrial Court found the employee guilty of willful disobedience and ruled the dismissal was with just cause and excuse. Handled by Lawyer Khoo
Case reference: Tan Pei Kei v. Corporate Partners Consultancy Sdn Bhd – Award No. 369 of 2025
- Modern Cuisine Sdn Bhd (2023) – Represented employer in a dismissal dispute where the claimant eventually withdrew his case, leading the Industrial Court to strike it off without liberty to refile.
Case reference: Loke Foo Eek v. Modern Cuisine Sdn Bhd – Award No. 189 of 2023
- KBS Ideal Sdn Bhd (2025) – Represented employer in a dismissal case where the claimant withdrew her case. The Industrial Court struck out the claim without liberty to refile.
Case reference: Allyssa Chin Hui v. KBS Ideal Sdn. Bhd. – Award No. 10 of 2025
- Blueblocks Advisory Sdn Bhd (2025) – Represented employer in a dismissal case where the claimant withdrew her claim. The Court struck it out without liberty to reinstate.
Case reference: Noor Amera Atikah v. Blueblocks Advisory Sdn Bhd – Award No. 1159 of 2025
Why Clients Trust Us
- Award-Winning Firm: Consistently ranked by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a Leading Firm in Employment Law.
- Proven Results: Landmark Industrial Court and High Court victories with multi-million ringgit settlements.
- Trusted by Corporations: Act as board advisors for multinational companies on HR compliance and dispute management.
- Client-Centered Advocacy: Strong representation for both employees and employers, tailored to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Contact Our Employment Lawyers in Malaysia
If you are facing an unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, retrenchment, or need Industrial Court representation, don’t leave your future to chance
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