A writ has landed, or a letter says one is coming, and the sum claimed is large enough to matter to the business either way.
The instinct is to argue the facts. But a defence built on the wrong ground, filed late, or missing a viable counterclaim can lose a case that was actually winnable — and a claim of this size is rarely worth defending on instinct alone.
Civil Litigation Defence for Breach of Contract
Advice and representation for defending a breach of contract claim in the Malaysian High Court, for claims of RM10 million and above — case assessment, defence strategy, pleadings, and conducting the defence through to trial or settlement.
Your Vision, Backed by the Right Legal Support
You build the business. We help you protect it.
Picture a defence built on a clear read of the claim's actual weaknesses, filed on time, with every available ground — including a counterclaim, if one exists — put on the table before trial.
Who this service is for
This Is For You If…
Businesses served with a writ or statement of claim for breach of contract
Companies who have received a letter of demand threatening litigation
Claims sized for the High Court, typically RM10 million and above
Businesses assessing whether to defend, settle, or counterclaim
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What we will do for you
This is what we will do for you
Assess the claim and identify the available defences and any counterclaim
Check the claim was properly brought, including limitation and procedure
Advise honestly on the strength of the defence and the options — defend, settle, or counterclaim
Prepare and file the defence, and the counterclaim if applicable, and conduct it through the High Court process to trial
Negotiate settlement at any stage where it serves the business better than continuing to trial
What’s Included
What’s Included in our service for you
Claim assessment and defence strategy
Limitation and procedural review of the claim
Defence, and counterclaim if applicable, prepared and filed
Defence conducted through the High Court process to trial
Settlement negotiation at any stage of the proceedings
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Why Choose Legal That Works?
Why Choose Us To Assist You?
Digital-first
No office visit required—review and sign online
Transparent fees
Fixed price, no billing surprises
Deep experience
Various contracts across industries
Accessible
Our client portal keeps you informed
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Important: Limited Slots
A defence has strict filing deadlines once a claim is served — missing them can mean judgment is entered against you without a trial on the merits.
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Nothing to Lose. Everything to Protect.
No Surprises. No Guesswork. Just Legal That Works.
Before anything starts, we speak with you to understand your business and make sure the service is the right fit. If it is not, we will say so upfront. No pressure. No wasted time. We only take on matters we are confident we can deliver with quality. That is why business owners trust us to get it right.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legal That Works?
Legal That Works is a business and organisation oriented legal service designed by Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co (the firm that has brought the widely known legal consumer services brand ASCOLAW). We specifically help business owners and organisation leadership to navigate Malaysia’s legal terrain to achieve their commercial goal.
What if I’m not sure what legal service I need?
No problem. Most business owners aren’t legal experts! Just reach out. Our team will guide you to the right service or help you understand your options—without jargon or upselling.
We've been sued for breach of contract — what's the first thing we should do?
Don't ignore it. There are strict deadlines to respond once you're served, and missing them can result in judgment against you without your defence ever being heard. Get the claim assessed immediately.
Is it better to settle or fight the claim?
It depends on the strength of the claim against you, the cost of trial, and what a loss would actually cost. We give you an honest assessment of the defence's strength before you decide, not after you've committed to a position.
Can we counterclaim against the party suing us?
Sometimes. If the other side's own conduct gives rise to a claim against them, a counterclaim can be raised in the same proceedings — assessed as part of the initial case review.
How long does defending a High Court claim take?
It depends on how contested the case is and the court's schedule. A claim can settle early or run through a full trial that takes well over a year — we'll give you a realistic estimate once we've reviewed the claim.
What happens if we lose?
You could be ordered to pay the sum claimed plus costs. We factor that exposure into the strategy from the outset, including whether settlement is the better commercial outcome regardless of the legal merits.
Who will be helping me?
All our services are delivered by our licensed lawyers under the Malaysian Bar with proven experience across industries. You’ll work with a real legal team, not chatbots or generic customer support.
