Tag: Family Law

The 7 steps in Divorce Proceedings by a Single Party in Malaysia HIU Jing Ying Jennifer

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The 7 steps in Divorce Proceedings by a Single Party In Malaysia “Versi Bahasa Malaysia” “中文版” 1 In Malaysia, divorce of non-Muslim is governed by the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976 (LRA 1976). LRA 1976 states that a Malaysian High Court can only grant a decree nisi or decree of judicial separation if the marriage is registered or deemed to be registered under the LRARead More…

Child Custody

Understanding Child Custody Guardianship of Infants Malaysia HIU Jing Ying Jennifer

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Understanding Child Custody &  Guardianship of Infants in Malaysia “Versi Bahasa Malaysia” 1 The meaning of child custody is silent. Both in the Guardianship of Infant Act 1961 (GIA) and the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976 (LRA). There are three types of custody which includes legal custody, physical custody and access or visitation rights. Original custody of the child 2 In Read More…