Our Services
Three Paths to Resolution.
One Standard of Care.
Structured legal services across litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and appellate advocacy — each designed around the forum and outcome that best serves your situation.
Back to HomeOur Methodology
How we handle every matterEvery matter at Litigon begins with the same structured approach: understand the facts, assess the legal position, identify the appropriate forum, and develop a clear strategy before any step is taken.
Initial Assessment
Review of facts, documents, and applicable law — identification of the core legal issues and the client's realistic position.
Forum Selection
Determination of whether litigation, an ADR process, or appellate proceedings best suits the matter and client objectives.
Strategy Development
Preparation of a clear strategy covering legal arguments, procedural steps, evidence requirements, and timeline.
Execution and Review
Implementation with regular milestones, client updates, and adjustment as the matter develops through each stage.
Litigation Strategy
From MYR 6,900Commercial litigation in Malaysia requires careful preparation well before any document is filed in court. Litigon's Litigation Strategy service gives clients the clarity and structure needed to make informed decisions about whether and how to proceed with court action.
The engagement covers a full review of the available evidence, assessment of the applicable legal principles, identification of strengths and vulnerabilities in the client's position, and development of a procedural plan. Strategy work typically spans one to two weeks before formal proceedings begin.
Suitable for businesses and individuals considering initiating or defending a commercial claim in the Malaysian courts, or who have received notice of proceedings and need a structured initial response.
Process Steps
Initial consultation to understand the dispute background and available documents
Document and evidence review by the assigned practitioner
Legal research on applicable Malaysian law and relevant precedent
Strategy session — position assessment, risk review, and recommended approach
Written strategy summary provided to client for ongoing reference
- Clear legal position before committing to litigation
- Identification of evidential strengths and gaps
- Realistic cost and timeline projection
- Procedural roadmap for the matter
- Informed basis for negotiation or settlement
- Commercial contract disputes
- Debt recovery proceedings
- Shareholder and corporate disputes
- Professional liability claims
Alternative Dispute Resolution
From MYR 4,300Not every commercial dispute is best resolved through the courts. Alternative dispute resolution — mediation, adjudication, and arbitration — offers mechanisms that can provide faster resolution, greater confidentiality, or outcomes tailored to the specific commercial relationship.
Litigon's ADR service covers the full engagement: advising on which process is appropriate, preparing submissions and position papers, and representing clients through hearings. The team works with approved mediators and arbitral institutions including the Malaysian Mediation Centre and the Asian International Arbitration Centre.
Engagement duration depends on the process selected and the parties' availability, and is discussed openly at the outset so clients can plan accordingly.
Process Steps
Process selection advisory — assessment of mediation, adjudication, or arbitration suitability
Preparation of position papers and supporting submissions
Coordination with approved mediators or arbitral institutions
Representation at mediation sessions or arbitral hearings
Settlement agreement review or award analysis post-process
- Potentially faster than court proceedings
- Confidential — proceedings are not public
- Flexible outcomes tailored to the parties
- Can preserve commercial relationships
- Often lower overall cost than full litigation
- Mediation (facilitated negotiation)
- Adjudication (construction disputes)
- Arbitration (binding private tribunal)
Appellate Advocacy
From MYR 8,200An unfavourable decision at trial is not necessarily the end of the matter. Where the court has erred in law or in its assessment of the facts, an appeal to the Court of Appeal or Federal Court of Malaysia may be available. Appellate advocacy requires precision in identifying arguable grounds and persuasiveness in written and oral submissions at a higher level of scrutiny.
Litigon's appellate service begins with a thorough review of the lower court's decision to determine whether grounds of appeal exist with a realistic prospect of success. Where grounds are identified, the service covers the full appellate process through to hearing.
Timelines are governed by rules of court and court scheduling. A realistic assessment of the likely timeline is provided at the outset of each engagement.
Process Steps
Review of trial court decision and identification of arguable grounds of appeal
Notice of appeal and grounds-of-appeal preparation and filing
Record-of-appeal compilation in accordance with court rules
Written submissions drafting addressing each ground of appeal
Oral advocacy at the Court of Appeal or Federal Court hearing
- Thorough review before committing to appellate action
- Precise grounds-of-appeal preparation
- Oral advocacy before senior courts
- Appellate-grade written submissions
- Honest assessment of prospects before filing
- Court of Appeal (first-tier appeal)
- Federal Court (final appellate court)
Service Comparison
Selecting the right approach| Consideration | Litigation Strategy | ADR | Appellate Advocacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | MYR 6,900 | MYR 4,300 | MYR 8,200 |
| Forum | Malaysian courts (High Court and above) | MMC, AIAC, or agreed body | Court of Appeal / Federal Court |
| Binding outcome | Court judgment | Arbitration/adjudication; facilitated for mediation | Appellate judgment |
| Confidential? | No — public proceedings | Yes — private process | No — public proceedings |
| Typical duration | 12 months to 4+ years | 1 – 6 months | 6 – 18 months |
| Best suited when | Dispute requires public court determination or a precedent outcome | Flexibility, speed, or confidentiality is a priority | Trial court decision contains arguable legal or factual error |
Professional Standards
Shared across all servicesClient Confidentiality
All matter information is handled strictly within the engagement team. Disclosure to third parties requires explicit client instruction.
Document Rigour
Court documents, submissions, and agreements are prepared with the precision required for appellate-level scrutiny from the outset.
Malaysian Bar Compliance
All work is conducted in accordance with the Legal Profession Act 1976 and applicable Rules of Court. Ethical obligations are treated as foundations, not constraints.
Procedural Timeliness
Filing deadlines, court directions, and response periods are tracked with care. Procedural defaults are among the most avoidable sources of harm to a client's position.
Fee Transparency
Costs are discussed openly at the outset. Scope changes are raised before additional charges arise — not after the work has been done.
Direct Practitioner Access
Clients work directly with the practitioners handling their matter throughout the engagement, not through intermediaries or support staff.
Not sure which service applies to your situation?
Speak with one of our practitioners and we will help you identify which approach is most appropriate — without commitment until you have a clear picture.