Employment Agreement

Employment Contracts That Protect Your Business and Your Team

Custom, compliant contracts—delivered fast, in plain English, by experienced Malaysian lawyers.

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  • Advocates & Solicitors
  • Offices in Kuala Lumpur & Johor Bahru
  • Confidential, no obligation
Ahmad Solehin Abd Ghani, PartnerNur Khalis Johar Amin, PartnerNur Amira Syahira, Senior AssociateSiti Zubaidah Jemadi, Senior AssociateSiti Sarah Sarif, Senior AssociateMadihah Hisham, AssociateNur Afiqah Qasrina, AssociateKritigeswari P. Ramesh, AssociateHafiz Azhari Zamree, AssociateNur Ashsyifa' Aqila, Trainee Associate

Real lawyers, one team behind every matter

Who this is for

Sound familiar?

01

You hired someone before, and they left with clients or caused problems

02

You want to make sure you can let someone go without getting sued

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You’ve been giving offer letters without clear terms or legal protection

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You’re growing fast and can’t afford to make messy hiring mistakes

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You’ve seen how staff issues can drain time, energy, and money

What's at stake

What is really at stake

  1. 01
    "An underperforming staff you can’t terminate.A claim at the Industrial Court that drags for years. Paying compensation you didn’t expect. Leaked business secrets with no legal recourse. These are real consequences when you hire without a proper employment contract. In Malaysia, the law heavily protects employees — not employers. How sure are you the templates and casual offer letters that you get from someone or from the internet can shield you? Once a dispute begins, it’s your word against a document that doesn’t hold. By then, it’s damage control."

In plain words

Employment Agreement

An employment contract is more than a hiring formality. It’s a legal agreement that spells out the roles, responsibilities, rights, and obligations for both you and your employees. It’s the foundation for fair, secure, and productive work relationships.

What good looks like

You started your business to build a strong team and grow. Not deal with staff issues or legal headaches. But one bad hire without the right contract can cause real damage. We help you protect your business from day one, so you can hire confidently and focus on growth.

What you get

What we deliver

Scope and fee are agreed in writing before any work starts, so you know exactly what you are getting.

  1. 01

    30-minute Legal Discovery Call

  2. 02

    Specially Custom Employment Contract Reusable Template Draft For Your Business

  3. 03

    One time digital signature execution arrangement between you and your new employee

  4. 04

    One time agreement stamping arrangement with Inland Revenue Board (LHDN)

  5. 05

    One Time Agreement Draft Revision

How we work

Clear from the first conversation

  1. 1

    Send a short request

    Tell us what the matter is about. It takes under a minute and stays confidential.

  2. 2

    Akmal sets a time with you

    We reply within 30 minutes in office hours to arrange your consultation, online or at our KL or JB office.

  3. 3

    Advice, then a written proposal

    You get a clear view of the issues and options, then a written scope and fee proposal.

  4. 4

    Work begins on the agreed scope

    Akmal leads the matter with a team of our lawyers, working to the scope you approved. You get regular updates at every key step.

Scope and fee in writingAgreed before any work starts. No open-ended billing surprises.
Online where it suits youMost work is done online. We meet in person when the law requires it.
Fast, direct repliesWithin 30 minutes during office hours, Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm.

Who leads your matter

Led by Akmal Saufi, supported by our team

Akmal leads your matter as Partner. Depending on the work, other lawyers in our team handle parts of it day to day, with Akmal overseeing the matter.

Akmal Saufi

Akmal Saufi

Partner, Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co

  • Advocate & Solicitor, Malaysia
  • Over 13 years in transactional work: M&A, joint ventures, land and infrastructure
  • LLB (Hons), International Islamic University Malaysia

The team behind your matter

Meet the team →
Ahmad Solehin Abd Ghani, Partner
Ahmad Solehin Abd GhaniPartner
Nur Khalis Johar Amin, Partner
Nur Khalis Johar AminPartner
Nur Amira Syahira, Senior Associate
Nur Amira SyahiraSenior Associate
Siti Zubaidah Jemadi, Senior Associate
Siti Zubaidah JemadiSenior Associate
Siti Sarah Sarif, Senior Associate
Siti Sarah SarifSenior Associate
Madihah Hisham, Associate
Madihah HishamAssociate
Nur Afiqah Qasrina, Associate
Nur Afiqah QasrinaAssociate
Kritigeswari P. Ramesh, Associate
Kritigeswari P. RameshAssociate
Hafiz Azhari Zamree, Associate
Hafiz Azhari ZamreeAssociate
Nur Ashsyifa' Aqila, Trainee Associate
Nur Ashsyifa' AqilaTrainee Associate

Who we have acted for

Organisations we have acted for

Federal government agencies & statutory bodies

Johor state bodies & local authorities

Government-linked companies

Private sector & NGOs

Shown with permission. Government agencies, statutory bodies and government-linked companies are identified as such. Their inclusion does not imply endorsement by any government, ministry or agency.

Next step

Request a consultation with Akmal

  1. 1Send a short request. It takes under a minute.
  2. 2Akmal reviews it and arranges a time with you.
  3. 3You get clear advice, then a written scope and fee proposal.

We reply within 30 minutes · Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5:30pm

Your details stay confidential. Sending a request does not mean you have appointed us.

  • Licensed advocates & solicitors
  • Professional indemnity insured
  • Offices in KL & JB

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Still unsure? Send a short request and Akmal will tell you plainly whether and how we can help.

How long does it take to complete this service?

Our standard turnaround is 5–14 business days, depending on complexity. If your matter is more complex and may require additional time, we’ll let you know upfront.

Can I get the work done faster if urgent?

Yes. Let us know your deadline and we’ll confirm feasibility and next steps.

How is pricing determined? Are there hidden fees?

There are no hidden fees. Get in touch with us for a consultation and we’ll confirm the price for your specific requirements before any work begins.

What if I need changes or revisions?

Get in touch with us to discuss the changes you need and we’ll advise on the best way forward.

What if I need ongoing support after this service?

For continued legal support, ask about our Retainer and Outsourced General Counsel service — contact us to find out more.

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 goals.

What if I’m not sure what legal service I need?

No problem. Most business owners aren’t legal experts. Just reach out and we will guide you to the right service or help you understand your options, without jargon or upselling.

Who will be helping me?

Your matter is led by Akmal Saufi, Partner. Depending on the work, other advocates and solicitors in our team will handle parts of it day to day, with Akmal overseeing the matter. You will always deal with real lawyers, not chatbots or generic customer support.

Before you sign

The cost of waiting

Every contract we deliver is carefully crafted by our lawyers who understand how businesses actually operate. And because we take the time to do it right, we only take on a limited number of clients each week. Once our capacity is full, we pause new bookings until the following intake. So you need to contact us now.

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Legal That Works (Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co) is a Malaysian business friendly legal services firm providing services across multiple industries and practice area fuelling business growth and ambition.

All rights reserved. © Legal That Works is a legal service by Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co (Registration No. 00020004166). 2014-2026
Regulated by the Malaysian Bar Council under the Legal Profession Act 1976.

Legal That Works logo

Legal That Works (Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co) is a Malaysian business friendly legal services firm providing services across multiple industries and practice area fuelling business growth and ambition.

All rights reserved. © Legal That Works is a legal service by Messrs Akmal Saufi & Co (Registration No. 00020004166). 2014-2026

Regulated by the Malaysian Bar Council under the Legal Profession Act 1976.

Legal That Works logo

Advocates & Solicitors in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru

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Advocates & Solicitors, KL and JB