T. Thavalingam & Co.

Established in 2020, T. Thavalingam & Co. is a boutique law firm in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, specializing in employment and industrial relations law. The firm offers comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations, government-linked companies, and family-owned enterprises across various industries such as banking, oil and gas, airlines, telecommunications, and consumer goods. Their areas of practice encompass unfair dismissal claims, trade disputes, trade union and collective agreements, staff discipline and performance management, corporate restructuring, employment agreements, and statutory compliance.

Under the leadership of Managing Partner Dato' Thavalingam C. Thavarajah, the firm has garnered a strong reputation for its expertise and client-focused approach. Dato' Thavalingam, admitted to the Malaysian Bar in 1990 and a Barrister-at-law at Gray’s Inn, has been consistently recognized as a leading practitioner by esteemed legal directories such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, and Asialaw. His accolades include the ILO Client Choice Awards in 2010 and 2011, and the Labour and Employment Lawyer of the Year award by Asialaw in 2023.

The firm's commitment to excellence is further evidenced by its Band 2 ranking in Employment & Industrial Relations by Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025. Clients commend T. Thavalingam & Co. for their prudence, tactfulness, and reliability, highlighting the team's responsiveness and ability to provide sound advice on complex issues. The firm's dedication to delivering top-notch legal services has solidified its position as a trusted advisor in Malaysia's employment law landscape.