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Can consent for adoption be dispensed by the birth parents?

This article examines the connection between our behavior in the bedroom, the boardroom, and during breakups.

Not only signifying the separation of a relationship, a divorce also calls for the separation of assets and properties that have been jointly acquired during a marriage. Whilst several aspects must be considered, a common one that is of newfound interest in recent years has been the division of an individual’s Employee Provident Fund (EPF). Employees Provident Fund (EPF) also known as Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekerja (KWSP) in Bahasa Malaysia Is EPF usually considered a matrimo

In my practice at Piya Law Chambers, we combine legal strategy with trauma-informed support. A person in distress cannot make strong decisions. A calm mind is a powerful asset. The most effective way to avoid a high-conflict divorce includes: ✔ Adopting a Forward-Looking Mindset Shift from “winning” to “evolving.” This change in perspective can be transformative. ✔ Engaging in Mediation Early This is not a compromise but a luxury of clarity and efficiency. It allows for a smo

This article discusses why wealthy couples still need a prenuptial agreement in Malaysia

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As of 2025, the fertility rate of Malaysia has decreased by an approximate percentage of 12.3% out of 100,645 as compared to 114,764 during 2024. This means, this number of Malaysians are unable to conceive or give birth to an infant due to various reasons, including biological factors of each individual spouse and some due to old age. In this regard, wed-locked couples might seek to have their own infant delivered through another “mum”, with a well known method known as surr

When most people think about divorce, they imagine legal battles, custody disputes, and the division of assets. The courtroom becomes the stage, and the lawyers become the actors, each arguing for “winning.” But here’s the truth: while the court system gives you a judgment, it doesn’t give you healing. Too often, I’ve seen people walk away with the house, the kids, and the money, yet still feel empty, angry, or lost. Why? Because the legal process doesn’t address the inner ba

The recent tragic case of a young boy who was murdered has shaken many of us. Police reports revealed that his parents were in the...

In the emotional wreckage that often follows the discovery of an affair, one question screams louder than the rest:   “Whose fault is...

I love attending weddings. There’s something magical about watching two people commit to forever. I especially love hearing what the...

These are some of the things you need to know as fathers fighting for child custody

Despite the taboo surrounding the age-old act of adultery, it still  prevails as the second-highest reason for divorce in Malaysia as of ...

There’s a persistent stigma that clings to the idea of divorce — especially for mothers. Society has long held onto the narrative that a...

Traditionally, the law and societal norms often cast fathers in the role  of primary financial providers, especially when it comes to...