A director is appointed by resolution and everyone treats the appointment as the whole arrangement.
Then questions arise about remuneration, notice, what happens on removal, who owns work they produce, and what restrictions apply after they leave. None of it was ever documented.
Directors Service Agreement
A service agreement covering the director's role and duties, remuneration and benefits, term and notice, confidentiality and intellectual property, and the consequences of resignation or removal from office.
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You build the business. We help you protect it.
Imagine a director relationship where duties, pay, notice and post-appointment obligations are all documented, and removal from office does not raise a contractual dispute alongside it.
Who this service is for
This Is For You If…
Companies appointing executive or non-executive directors
Groups standardising terms across a board
Directors being appointed and wanting terms recorded
Companies where directors serve without any written contract
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What we will do for you
This is what we will do for you
Draft the service agreement covering role, duties and remuneration
Set term, notice and the interaction between the contract and the office
Cover confidentiality, intellectual property and conflicts
Deal with resignation, removal and post-appointment obligations
What’s Included
What’s Included in our service for you
Service agreement covering role, duties and remuneration
Term, notice and removal provisions
Confidentiality, intellectual property and conflict provisions
Interaction with the corporate appointment addressed
Board resolution and register update
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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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You Need To Act Now
Important: Limited Slots
Removal from office does not end a service contract. Where the contract is silent, the company can find itself paying a director it has already removed.
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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.
Is a director an employee?
Not automatically. Executive directors usually are, non-executives usually are not, and the distinction matters for tax and statutory rights.
Can we remove a director without notice?
Removal from office and termination of contract are separate. Doing one without the other creates exposure.
Do non-executive directors need an agreement?
A letter of appointment at minimum, covering fees, time commitment, confidentiality and conflicts.
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.
