Legal Services
Three services,
each handled thoroughly.
Saksama Counsel offers three distinct services in the inheritance field. Each is described in full below, including the process, what is included, and the fee.
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How we approach each matter
Every engagement at Saksama Counsel begins with a written brief. That document sets out what the client has described to us, what service we are proposing to provide, and what the fee and scope will be. Nothing begins until the client has read and agreed to that brief.
Throughout the matter, significant decisions are preceded by written advice. Clients receive a clear picture of what a proposed next step involves before they are asked to authorise it. At the conclusion of a matter, a short written summary records what was achieved and any outstanding considerations.
Written briefs
Scope and fee confirmed before work begins.
Regular updates
You are kept informed at each stage of the matter.
Decision points
You authorise each significant next step in writing.
Closing summary
A written record of the outcome and any next considerations.
Service 01
Mediated Estate Distribution Agreement
A facilitated process where family members reach a written agreement on how an estate will be distributed. Conducted by counsel trained in mediation, the process is paced to the family's needs, with private separate conversations as well as joint sessions. The aim is a workable agreement that family members can live with comfortably.
What is included:
- Initial consultation with each party separately
- Facilitated joint sessions (number varies by complexity)
- Drafting of the written distribution agreement
- Review and signing session with all parties
- Copies of the signed agreement for each participant
Starting from
RM 600
Service 02
Trustee Support and Compliance Counsel
Ongoing counsel for trustees managing established trusts — patient explanation of trustee duties, support with annual decisions, and clear advice on compliance matters. Offered as a relationship rather than a one-time engagement. Suitable for individuals who have accepted trusteeship and would like steady, settled guidance over time.
What is included:
- Full review of the trust deed and trustee appointment
- Written explanation of your duties and obligations
- Annual review of compliance and distribution decisions
- Ongoing access for questions throughout the engagement period
- Advice on beneficiary communications and record-keeping
Annual engagement from
RM 1,800
Service 03
Contested Will Representation
Representation in proceedings where the validity of a will or aspects of its administration are contested. The work begins with a careful written assessment of the realistic range of outcomes and the costs of each path. Settlement is considered seriously throughout, and clients are given honest views on when continuing serves them and when stepping back may serve them better.
What is included:
- Written assessment of the claim or defence before engagement
- Cost-path analysis for each strategic option
- Representation in court or pre-trial proceedings
- Settlement negotiation and correspondence with opposing counsel
- Written update at each significant stage of proceedings
Starting from
RM 3,800
Which Service is Right For You
Service comparison
| Feature | Mediation | Trustee Support | Contested Will |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family distribution agreement | |||
| Ongoing trustee guidance | |||
| Court representation | |||
| Written outcome document | |||
| Suitable when estate is not disputed | |||
| Annual ongoing arrangement | |||
| Starting fee | RM 600 | RM 1,800 | RM 3,800 |
Across All Services
Professional standards we apply to every matter
Legal professional privilege
All client communications are protected by legal professional privilege. This is not conditional on the type or size of the matter.
Malaysian Bar compliance
The practice operates in accordance with the Legal Profession Act 1976 and the Bar Council's professional conduct rules.
PDPA data handling
Personal data is handled in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010. Client files are held securely and access is restricted.
Fee transparency
Starting fees are published. Engagement fees are confirmed in writing before work begins. There are no hidden charges.
Impartiality in mediation
Saksama does not advocate for either party in a mediation. The role is facilitation, and that role is maintained throughout the process.
Honesty about limitations
Where a matter falls outside our scope or where we believe a different approach would better serve the client, we say so plainly.
Not sure which service you need?
That is a common position. A short initial conversation — at no charge — helps clarify what kind of matter you are dealing with and which service, if any, is appropriate.
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