Shook Lin & Bok's long-established employment and labour practice handles a range of contentious and advisory matters. The team has experience representing both employers and employees in disputes before all levels of the Malaysian courts, and its offering encompasses representation in cases involving breaches of employment contracts and fiduciary obligations, as well as fraudulent misrepresentation. The practice is led by Mehala Marimuthoo, whose expertise covers employment and general litigation; Marimuthoo also heads the firm’s competition and antitrust department.
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- 'Had the pleasure of working with Mehala Marimuthoo. Easy to work with, very precise, excellent knowledge, came out with brilliant ideas to mitigate cases.'
Key clients
- Petroliam Nasional Berhad
- Hume Cemboard Industries Sdn. Bhd.
Work highlights
Acted for Petroliam Nasional Berhad in a dispute over fraudulent misconduct.
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Practice head
Mehala Marimuthoo