Divorce Process Flow – Introduction In this particular post, we cover the divorce process flow. When we talk about “process flow”, we usually think about diagrams that show how processes flow from one to another. So, in a divorce process flow, we are trying to describe how divorce takes place, process by process. Who is […]
Guardianship of Children in Malaysia
Guardianship of Children – An Introduction When John (not his real name) discussed divorce with his wife, Ling (not her real name), the topic naturally turned to their child, Ah Boy (not his real name). Ah Boy was only 5 years old. In Ah Boy’s best interests, they would allow Ah Boy to stay with […]
Making a Will for your children’s inheritance
Once your start working, you start earning. The first thing that you should consider doing, if you have not done so already, is making a will. Granted, the law of intestacy (dying without a will) allows for your family members to divide your assets according to a set formula. So can you get by without […]
Prenuptial Agreement in Malaysia
Question: I am getting married. However, I am worried about the outcome if my marriage does not work out. I have heard of couples signing prenuptial agreements. Should I make a prenuptial agreement? Are prenuptial agreements enforceable in Malaysia? Answer: Relax. You’re probably getting anxious about marriage, and that’s normal. Talking about prenuptial agreement, that’s […]
Foreign Marriage and Divorce in Malaysia
Question: I’m in a foreign marriage. I got married overseas. Can I get a divorce in Malaysia? Can a court in Malaysia give a divorce order if my marriage was contracted in a foreign country under foreign laws? Answer: This is a question about the foreign marriage. You are in a foreign marriage if your […]