EMPLOYMENT LAW
Our employment law and industrial relations practice covers advice for both employers and employees. We specialise in employment contracts, compliance with employment legislation, termination, employee management, unfair dismissal claims, constructive dismissal issues, and more. Our capable lawyers will also represent you in the Industrial Court and High Court if needed.
WHAT WE DO
Employment Contract & Employee Benefits
Employee Handbook & Human Resource Policy
Settlement of Disputes Between Employers & Employees
Unfair Termination, Constructive Dismissal, Wrongful Dismissal
Representation in the Industrial Court & High Court
Judical Review Proceedings
Managing Employee Issues & Termination
Retrenchment Exercise & Restructuring
Contracts for Independent Contractors & Freelancers
Founders Service Contracts
Employee Stock Options
Partner
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The Legal 500 Asia Pacific identified him as a recommended lawyer and described
him as “the name to note”. He has also been named “up and coming practitioner” and “Dispute Resolution Star”
by Chambers and Partners and Benchmark Litigation, respectively.
ACCOLADES
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Recommended Lawyer for Labour and Employment (Donovan Cheah) 2017-2022
Suggested articles
Case Spotlight: Reasonableness as a Contractual Obligation in Constructive Dismissal Claims
The recent Court of Appeal decision in Saharunzaman bin Barun v Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd & Anor [2025] CLJU 3 reinforces that the test for constructive dismissal remains the "contract test" rather than the "reasonableness test." However, when an employer expressly...
Case Spotlight: Industrial Court Decisions on Sexual Harassment
Under the Employment Act 1955, sexual harassment is defined as: Any “unwanted conduct of a sexual nature, whether verbal, non-verbal, visual, gestural or physical, directed at a person which is offensive or humiliating or is a threat to his well-being, arising out of...
Changing Reporting Lines: A Risk of Constructive Dismissal?
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies frequently undergo restructuring to improve efficiency and better align resources with their goals. As part of these changes, reporting lines may shift, which is often necessary for the company’s growth. However,...
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Singapore Representative Office
Navigating Malaysia’s legal landscape can be a challenge for many businesses. The risks of engaging unreliable and inexperienced representation can lead to costly mistakes and jeopardize the success of your cross-border endeavours.
Donovan & Ho’s Singapore representative office was established to undertake promotional and liaision work in Singapore, and allows our clients in Singapore to gain a local touchpoint backed by our firm in Malaysia. As a consistently top-ranked Malaysian law firm recognized by Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, asialaw, Benchmark Litigation and IFLR1000, we bring unparalleled expertise to Singapore clients seeking Malaysian legal services across employment, disputes, and corporate advisory matters.
With our extensive experience and deep understanding of both Malaysian and cross-border legal issues, our firm in Malaysia will ensure that you receive precise, strategic advice tailored to your needs.
Malaysia being a country of South East Asia has its own complexities. Donovan & Ho is well prepared and experienced to deal with foreign clients to help them smoothly establish their activities in the country… I would say if it wasn’t for the firm, I don’t know how our business in Malaysia would have turned out.
What We Do
Employment Solutions Tailored for Your Malaysian Operations
- Set up/localize workforce structures and documentation
- Ensure compliance during restructuring, right-sizing or exits
- Manage employee issues, dismissals, and dispute resolution
- Conduct audits to identify and address non-compliance risks
Effective Dispute Resolution and Advisory
- Debt recovery and enforcement against Malaysian debtors
- Arbitration involving Malaysian elements
- Strategic guidance on claims, foreign judgments, and awards
Corporate Advisory for Business and Investments in Malaysia
- Plan for market entry, licensing, and regulatory compliance
- Facilitate M&A, due diligence, and investments in Malaysian companies
- Structure joint ventures, partnerships and commercial agreements with Malaysian partners
- Transact industrial and commercial property in Malaysia
Our Network is Your Network
- Connect with other trusted service providers in Malaysia such as company secretaries, HR consultants, recruiters, training providers, and tax advisors through our established network
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