FAQ

Local Insight with International Perspective.

FAQ

The fees chargeable are in accordance with Advocates’ Remuneration Rules 1988.

Please note that for litigation cases, we charge each case based on certain case specific factors taking into account the complexity and likely time required for the case. For a more precise quote on the fees, please feel free to contact us.

We charge a fee of RM250.00 for our initial consultation. Kindly note that this sum will form part and parcel of your deposit fee in the event that you do take us on as your representatives.

We recommend that you bring all the documents you have with you during our first meeting. Our lawyers will be able to identify any legal issues that you may not be aware of at the first instance. We will advise you as to any further documents that you may need to bring in the event you choose to engage us as your lawyer.

We understand that you would not want your case to impact your work and family life. Because of this, we ensure that we are flexible with our time and will accommodate to your scheduling needs, and if need be, at a venue of your choice. Just contact us to schedule a date in advance, to enable us to cater to your individual needs.

The length of time for each case varies. A case may complete in a relatively short amount of time in the event that a settlement is reached between the parties.

Conversely, it may take longer in the event of interlocutory applications by either party. We would be better equipped to advise you on the likely time line once we have had a chance to evaluate your case.

If you have received a writ of summons, we advise that you engage a lawyer immediately. You are required to enter an appearance in the action within 14 days from the date of receiving the Writ of Summons. In the event that you do not file an appearance within the time limited for appearing, you run the risk of having Judgment in Default of Appearance being entered again.

If you received a Judgment in Default of Appearance, it means that an order of the Court has been made against you for failure to enter an appearance. The Plaintiff is entitled to pursue execution proceeds against you. We suggest that you contact us immediately for further advise on your rights after receiving a Judgment in Default of Appearance.

At Roxana & Co, we have a strict lawyer-client confidentiality policy. We will not disclose any information to any third party that is not …