Practice Areas
Structured Legal Services
for Malaysian Businesses
Three focused areas of advisory — each addressing a distinct set of regulatory obligations faced by businesses and individuals operating under Malaysian law.
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How We Approach Each Engagement
Every Normalis engagement follows the same disciplined sequence. We begin by understanding the specific situation — not by applying a generic template. Regulations under Malaysian law are sufficiently detailed that each client's position tends to have its own characteristics.
After the initial assessment, we define the scope of work in writing before any substantive work begins. Deliverables, timelines, and fees are agreed upfront. This protects clients from scope creep and gives our advisors clear parameters within which to work.
All advisory is followed by written documentation. Whether that is a board resolution, policy paper, or submission summary, clients leave each engagement with materials they can use and reference independently.
Assessment First
Review before recommendation
Written Scope
Agreed before work begins
Documented Output
Every engagement produces materials
Follow-Up Included
Post-delivery clarification at no added cost
Service 01
Tax Advisory
Guidance on personal and corporate tax planning, compliance with Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia requirements, and advisory on tax incentive applications. The service includes a review of current tax positions, identification of areas requiring attention, and preparation of relevant submissions. Suitable for individuals with complex income sources and businesses seeking to align their tax affairs with current legislation.
What Is Included
- Review of current IRBM tax position
- Identification of areas requiring attention or action
- Advisory on applicable tax incentive applications
- Preparation and review of relevant submissions
- Written summary of recommendations
Engagement Format
Service 02
Company Secretarial
Ongoing company secretarial support including maintenance of statutory records, filing of annual returns with the Companies Commission of Malaysia, and advisory on corporate governance compliance. The service ensures that clients meet their obligations under the Companies Act 2016. Suitable for private limited companies, public companies, and foreign-owned subsidiaries. Retainer-based engagements are available for continuous support.
What Is Included
- Statutory records maintenance
- Annual return filing with SSM
- Preparation of board resolutions and minutes
- Corporate governance advisory under the Companies Act 2016
- Retainer option for continuous support
Engagement Format
Service 03
Anti-Corruption Compliance
Advisory on corporate liability provisions under the MACC Act 2009, including Section 17A on corporate liability. The service covers adequate procedures assessment, anti-bribery policy development, and staff training program design. Suitable for companies seeking to demonstrate a defensible compliance framework. Includes risk mapping, policy documentation, and implementation guidance. Typical engagements run six to ten weeks.
What Is Included
- Section 17A adequate procedures gap assessment
- Risk mapping across business functions and relationships
- Anti-bribery policy development and documentation
- Staff training program design
- Implementation guidance and post-engagement support
Engagement Format
Choosing a Service
Service Comparison
A summary to help you identify which service — or combination of services — is most relevant to your situation.
| Feature | Tax Advisory | Company Secretarial | Anti-Corruption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price (MYR) | 4,800 | 1,800 | 6,500 |
| Retainer available | — | ||
| Written policy output | — | — | |
| IRBM submissions | — | — | |
| SSM annual returns | — | — | |
| Staff training design | — | — | |
| Suitable for individuals | — | — | |
| Suitable for companies |
Prices are starting figures. Final fees are discussed and agreed before any engagement begins.
Across All Services
Shared Standards
Regardless of which service a client engages, the same baseline standards apply at Normalis.
Client Confidentiality
All client information is treated with strict confidentiality throughout the engagement and after its conclusion.
Fixed Engagement Fees
Fees are agreed in writing before work begins. Scope changes are discussed and repriced by mutual agreement only.
Plain Language Communication
Advisory is presented in accessible terms. Clients are not expected to interpret dense legal text — that is our role.
Written Deliverables
Every engagement concludes with written documentation that clients can retain, use, and share with their management or board.
Malaysian Law Foundation
All advisory draws directly from current Malaysian legislation and regulatory guidance — not adapted from frameworks designed for other jurisdictions.
Prompt Follow-Up
Queries arising after an engagement concludes are addressed without additional charge within the scope of the original work.
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Discuss Your Requirements
We can help identify which service — or combination — best addresses your current situation. Reach out to begin the conversation.