Practice Areas
Legal Solutions for Every Circumstance
Employment, intellectual property, and family law — three areas where Thornbridge brings focused experience and careful, individual attention to each matter.
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Every matter at Thornbridge follows the same underlying approach, regardless of the practice area: understand thoroughly before advising, advise clearly before acting.
Initial Assessment
We take the time to understand your situation fully, including context that may not seem immediately relevant but often shapes the advice.
Scope and Fee Agreement
We confirm what we will do, what the process involves, and what it will cost — in writing, before proceeding.
Advised Action
We carry out the agreed work — filings, drafting, negotiations, or consultation — keeping you updated at each significant stage.
Resolution and Follow-up
We confirm outcomes, answer any outstanding questions, and advise on next steps if needed — including ongoing monitoring for IP clients.
Employment Law Advisory
Workplace matters carry personal and financial weight for everyone involved. Our employment law advisory service works with both employers and employees, covering the full range of issues that arise in Malaysian workplaces — from contract review at the start of a relationship through to representation and dispute resolution if things go wrong.
Key Benefits
- Employment Act 1955 compliance review
- Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
- Guidance on termination and redundancy procedures
- Industrial court and labour department matters
- Workplace policy development for HR teams
Process Overview
Starting from
MYR 2,000
Intellectual Property Registration
Protecting creative and commercial assets through Malaysia's intellectual property system requires an understanding of what can be registered, how, and on what timeline. Our IP service manages the process from initial assessment — identifying what warrants formal protection — through to registration and ongoing monitoring.
Key Benefits
- Trademark registration via MyIPO
- Patent applications and filing management
- Copyright registration for creative works
- Conflict searches before application
- Post-registration monitoring services
Process Overview
Starting from
MYR 2,800
Family Law Consultation
Family law matters are among the most personally significant situations a person can face. Our consultations are conducted with patience and discretion — there is no pressure to move faster than you are ready to, and every option is explained clearly so you can make informed decisions rather than reactive ones.
Key Benefits
- Divorce proceedings guidance (civil and Islamic)
- Child custody arrangements and court applications
- Maintenance applications and enforcement
- Adoption process guidance in Malaysia
- Sensitive handling with full confidentiality
Process Overview
Starting from
MYR 1,500
Choosing the Right Service
A quick reference to help you identify which practice area is most relevant to your situation.
| Your Situation | Employment Law | Intellectual Property | Family Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contract review or drafting | |||
| Brand or product name protection | |||
| Divorce or separation | |||
| Redundancy or wrongful termination | |||
| Child custody or maintenance | |||
| Creative or technical IP registration | |||
| Workplace policy compliance |
Unsure which applies? Contact us and we will help you identify the right approach.
Professional Standards
PDPA Compliance
Client data is handled in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010. Secure storage, access control, and clear retention policies are standard across all engagements.
Malaysian Bar Standards
All advisory work is conducted by holders of current Malaysian Bar practising certificates. Professional conduct rules and ethical obligations apply to every engagement.
Client Communication
All queries receive a response within one working day. Clients are updated at each meaningful stage of their matter without needing to chase for information.
Written Engagement Terms
Every engagement is confirmed in writing, including scope, timeline, fees, and any potential additional costs. There are no verbal commitments that later result in disagreement.
Conflict Management
We assess potential conflicts of interest before accepting an engagement and disclose them promptly if they arise. Professional independence is maintained throughout.
Continuing Development
Our advisors remain current with legislative changes, regulatory updates, and case law developments relevant to their practice areas through ongoing professional education.
Service Fees
Starting rates for each practice area. Final fees depend on the complexity of the matter and are confirmed in writing before engagement begins.
Employment Law
MYR 2,000
starting from, per matter
- Initial consultation included
- Contract review or drafting
- Written advice and action plan
- PDPA-compliant data handling
Intellectual Property
MYR 2,800
starting from, per registration
- Pre-application conflict search
- Full application management
- MyIPO liaison and tracking
- Optional ongoing monitoring
Family Law
MYR 1,500
starting from, per consultation
- Confidential initial meeting
- Options explained clearly
- Document and court preparation
- Ongoing support as needed
Not Sure Where to Start?
Get in touch and describe your situation. We will guide you to the right practice area and explain what the process involves before anything is agreed.
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