Steven Thiru Advocates & Solicitors's employment and labour law practice handles a wide range of advisory and contentious matters. The team’s expertise covers representation in unfair dismissal claims, advice on complex retrenchment exercises, and assistance with internal investigations into allegations of misconduct. The practice is jointly led by Steven Thiruneelakandan and Janice Anne Leo; the former boasts a long-standing practice covering both advisory and counsel work in employment disputes, and the latter's workload includes handling contentious labour issues in court and guiding clients on drafting HR policies and managing disciplinary procedures. The team’s strong capabilities are further bolstered by David Yew Kiat Ng, who represents clients in dismissal and trade union disputes.
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- 'Quick turnaround time, and their advice is well supported by case laws and solid grounds. They provided timely feedback, and always available to attend to queries and calls.'
- 'Steven Thiruneelakandan is exceptionally good; he has vast experience in handling complex employment matters, and he gave practical solutions.'
Key clients
- Achi Jaya Plantations Sdn Bhd
- Agarcorp Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
Acted for Sapura Secured Technologies Sdn Bhd, which is a member of the Sapura Group of Companies, in an unfair dismissal representation at the Kuala Lumpur Industrial Court, where the employee’s fixed-term contract was not renewed upon its expiry.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Steven Thiruneelakandan; Janice Anne Leo
Other key lawyers
David Ng Yew Kiat; Leah Marie Samuel; Adrienne Sena