The ‘powerhouse’ team at Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill advises on the spectrum of labour, employment mandates, from reviewing employment policies and documentation, and employment-related issues in corporate restructurings to employment disputes involving termination of staff, unjust dismissal claims and representing senior employees in contested circumstances, among others. Leading the team with particular strength in defending dismissal claims, Lim Heng Seng lends his experience in handling disputes in court, while Shariffullah Majeed and Amardeep Singh showcase extensive experience across various types of litigation. Tan Hooi Ping specialises in mergers and recently promoted partner Nurul Aisyah Hassan is noted for her distinctive focus on advising financial institutions on compliance matters. Arissa Ahrom regularly advises companies on restructuring and disciplinary processes.
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‘Attentive to details and always put clients first. Willing to hear clients out and always able to provide immediate, constructive, and practical solutions.’
‘Amardeep Singh is one of the key individuals when it comes to employment issues. Highly competent, reliable, and a good strategist. He also exhibits strong business acumen when advising clients.’
‘The LHAG labour and employment practice are a powerhouse. They are able to solve complex problems with an understanding of both how business is done in Malaysia and in other jurisdictions.’
‘Tan Hooi Ping is an excellent partner both because of her knowledge but also her style and ability to find a way through tricky problems. Her commitment to clients is easy to see and she can work with commercial members of the client's team.'
- 'Lim Heng Seng is the model of a trusted adviser. He has a presence developed from years of practice that puts the client at ease in the knowledge that Heng Seng will help them find the right path through their legal issue.’
‘Adaptable and efficient, excelling in urgent requests and changes.’
‘The collaboration with the law firm went smoothly. They have very rich experience with respect to employment and labour.’
‘Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill's labour and employment practice stands out for its deep understanding of Malaysian employment laws. The team is highly adept at navigating complex regulatory environments, providing strategic advice that is both practical and tailored to each client's unique needs.'
Key clients
- Petroliam Nasional Berhad
- Hai Di Lao Malaysia Sdn Bhd
- Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn Bhd
- Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd
- Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad
Work highlights
- Represented 7-Eleven (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in a claim instituted by an aggrieved former employee alleging to have been constructively dismissed.
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Practice head
Lim Heng Seng
Other key lawyers
Shariffullah Majeed; Amardeep Singh; Tan Hooi Ping; Nurul Aisyah Hassan; Arissa Ahrom