Introduction to Cap Tables If you are a startup founder, understanding and managing your company’s capitalization table (cap table) is crucial for making informed decisions about fundraising, equity distribution, and long-term growth. A cap table is a spreadsheet that details the ownership structure of your company, including the equity holdings of founders, investors, and employees. […]
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Area Denial and the Art of Litigation
Introduction: What is Area Denial? The concept of “area denial” actually provides rich strategies and tactics which we can learn from and apply in courtroom litigation. This article is a bit long, but if you read it, this rather obscure melee fighting concept can shape and guide your courtroom litigation strategies. In the context of […]
Becoming an accused in a criminal trial
Understanding the Malaysian Criminal Justice Process This article aims to demystify the various stages and terms associated with the Malaysian criminal justice process. We will explore the stages of the case; DNAA; and the criminal trial process. From Suspect to Accused in a Criminal Trial One common area of confusion arises when understanding the status […]
Working with your lawyer (friendly advice)
Today we have Aunty Jenny, to give you some friendly advice on how to work with your lawyer. Some of you may have unreasonable expectations, and these need to be managed. Here is Aunty Jenny, our auntie agony wannabe character, speaking to you in what we hope is relatable and easy to understand words – […]
Partnerships: When a Partner Dies
Many businesses in Malaysia are established as partnerships. Sometimes people just prefer partnerships, which is cheaper to operate, compared to a private limited company. But there’s one problem: A partner’s death, could mean the dissolution of the partnership. It sounds strange, but it’s true: The death of a partner, could mean the unravelling of the […]