Governing Law And Dispute Resolution Considerations In Malaysia

Introduction

Disputes can occur in our daily lives and could arise in different contexts, such as business, employment, family, and civil matters. People could use various methods and processes to resolve disputes and conflicts between parties, and this would be referred to as dispute resolution.

In Malaysia, several dispute resolution methods are available to parties, mainly categorized as litigation and alternative dispute resolutions. This article will briefly explain the different types of dispute resolution available in Malaysia.

Litigation

In Malaysia, litigation involves resolving disputes through the legal system. This typically involves going to court to present evidence and arguments supporting a particular position, with the end goal of obtaining a favorable judgment or outcome¹.