24

YEARS

30

PARTNERS

2

CONSULTANTS

60

ASSOCIATES

80

AWARDS

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About Us

ZUL RAFIQUE & partners (ZRp), established in December 1999 by the esteemed Dato’ Zulkifly Rafique, stands as a prominent Kuala Lumpur-based law firm that has undergone remarkable growth, evolving into a comprehensive and dynamic commercial legal practice.

Under the leadership of Co-Managing Partners Datuk Lukman Sheriff Alias and P. Jayasingam, ZRp strategically channels its resources into industry specific practice groups.

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Our vision is to provide our clientele with a solutions-oriented, comprehensive and integrated range of professional legal services and in the process, we strive relentlessly to surpass our exacting standards of service. We believe that being forward-looking and dynamic is our strength, and our commitment has always been to attain the highest standards in quality, client service and ethics.

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Oct 09 2024 |

Articles

Bankrupt Employees' Right to Pursue Industrial Court Claims without DGI Sanction

The Federal Court in Akira Sales & Services (M) Sdn Bhd v Nadiah Zee Abdullah & Another Appeal provided clarity on whether a bankrupt employee can pursue a claim in the Industrial Court against the employer without the Director General of Insolvency’s (DGI) sanction. It ruled that claims originating from the Industrial Court do not require such a sanction. Additionally, the Federal Court confirmed that subsequent proceedings, including judicial reviews and related appeals, are similarly exempted from this requirement. Therefore, a bankrupt employee can proceed with legal action without needing prior approval or authorization.

Oct 10 2024 |

Announcement

Stay of Execution Proceedings Denied in Long-Running Property Dispute

Our Litigation Partners, Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam and Nan Muhammad Ridhwan together with their Legal Associates, Muhammad Hibri, Aiesyah Mustafa and pupil in chambers, Saif Aslam Lokman from Zul Rafique & Partners’ Litigation Practice Group had on 4.10.2024, acted for Malaysia Airlines Berhad and succeeded in resisting a Stay of Execution Proceedings Application filed by Asia Pacific Higher Learning Sdn. Bhd.

Oct 07 2024 |

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Malaysia's National Sustainability Reporting Framework: A New Era for Corporate Accountability

In response to the growing global emphasis on sustainable business practices, Malaysia has launched its National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). As announced by Finance Minister II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, this framework aims to support capital allocation decisions by providing investors and financiers with consistent, reliable sustainability information. This new framework marks a shift in the corporate reporting landscape, echoing the global momentum toward long-term value creation linked to sustainable practices.

Oct 03 2024 |

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IFN Law Awards 2024

Zul Rafique & Partners is honoured to announce that we have been named the ‘Banking & Finance Law Firm of the Year’ at the prestigious IFN Law Awards 2024 organised by Islamic Finance News.

Sep 30 2024 |

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Time-Barred Tax Penalties: A Case Commentary of Ketua Pengarah Hasil Dalam Negeri v SAP Malaysia Sdn Bhd

This case of Ketua Pengarah Hasil Dalam Negeri v SAP Malaysia Sdn Bhd under scores the important considerations for companies when filing tax returns, particularly the use of draft financial statements versus finalised audited accounts.

Sep 30 2024 |

Announcement

asialaw Awards 2024

Zul Rafique & Partners is honoured to announce that we have been named the ‘Islamic Finance Firm of the Year’ at the prestigious asialaw Awards 2024, under the Malaysia Spotlight Awards category.

Sep 24 2024 |

Announcement

Asia M&A Rankings 2024

Zul Rafique & Partners is pleased to announce that we have been ranked as a Notable Firm in Asian Legal Business' Asia M&A Rankings 2024 for Malaysia.

Oct 10 2024 |

Announcement

Stay of Execution Proceedings Denied in Long-Running Property Dispute

Our Litigation Partners, Idza Hajar Ahmad Idzam and Nan Muhammad Ridhwan together with their Legal Associates, Muhammad Hibri, Aiesyah Mustafa and pupil in chambers, Saif Aslam Lokman from Zul Rafique & Partners’ Litigation Practice Group had on 4.10.2024, acted for Malaysia Airlines Berhad and succeeded in resisting a Stay of Execution Proceedings Application filed by Asia Pacific Higher Learning Sdn. Bhd.

Oct 03 2024 |

Announcement

IFN Law Awards 2024

Zul Rafique & Partners is honoured to announce that we have been named the ‘Banking & Finance Law Firm of the Year’ at the prestigious IFN Law Awards 2024 organised by Islamic Finance News.

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