Established in 1981, Albar & Partners has evolved into one of Malaysia's leading law firms, renowned for its expertise in banking and finance, capital markets, and corporate and commercial law. The firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services, including debt capital markets involving both Sukuk and conventional bonds, corporate advisory, equity capital markets, as well as litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution. With a team of over 40 fee earners and a dedicated support staff of nearly 100, Albar & Partners combines deep industry knowledge with a practical approach to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

The firm's commitment to excellence has been recognized through numerous accolades, such as being ranked as a Top Tier Firm in Banking & Finance and Capital Markets by IFLR1000 in 2024, and acknowledged as an Outstanding Firm in Banking and Finance and Capital Markets by Asialaw Profiles in the same year. Albar & Partners' client portfolio includes state-owned entities, multinational corporations, government-linked companies, financial institutions, and private equity investors, reflecting its ability to handle complex and high-profile transactions across various sectors.

Albar & Partners places a strong emphasis on building collaborative relationships with clients, prioritizing open communication and transparency throughout the legal process. This client-centric approach ensures that clients are well-informed and supported, fostering trust and confidence. The firm's dedication to staying abreast of legal developments and industry trends enables it to offer strategic guidance that is both comprehensive and forward-thinking, solidifying its reputation as a trusted advisor in the Malaysian legal landscape.

About Albar & Partners

Founded in 1981


Practice areas
Business
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Energy, Environment & ESG
Employment & Labor
Insurance
Intellectual Property
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

Practice areas

Business

Albar & Partners' Corporate & Commercial Practice Group offers comprehensive legal services in company and securities law, assisting clients with mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, joint ventures, corporate finance, and corporate restructuring. The firm provides practical advice and creative solutions across complex and cross-border corporate and commercial matters, serving diverse industries such as projects and infrastructure, information and communications technology, defense and security, telecommunications, and utilities.
FDA Law
Accounting & Auditing
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax

Corporate & Commercial

Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
Private Equity
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying

Banking & Finance

Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Structured Finance
Project Finance
Funds & Asset Management
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Sustainable Finance
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Climate Change Law
Energy Regulatory Law
Mining Law
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Water Law

Employment & Labor

Albar & Partners offers comprehensive legal services in employment and labor law, assisting clients with labor disputes, including cases of wrongful termination, discrimination, and breach of employment contracts. Their litigation and alternative dispute resolution team is adept at handling a wide range of employment-related issues, providing strategic counsel and representation to ensure compliance with Malaysian labor laws and to protect clients' interests in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Insurance

Albar & Partners provides comprehensive legal services to insurance corporations, offering expertise in dispute resolution through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. Their dedicated team advises on a broad spectrum of legal issues, including banking litigation, debt recovery, insolvency, and tortious disputes such as defamation or negligence. The firm is recognized for its efficiency, experience, and legal knowledge, consistently delivering courteous service to clients.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

Intellectual Property

Albar & Partners offers comprehensive legal services in intellectual property, assisting clients with the registration, protection, and enforcement of their IP rights. Their expertise encompasses advising on brand names, industrial designs, and copyrights, as well as handling amendments, transfers, and renewals of registration certificates. The firm also provides strategic counsel on brand and trademark promotion, drafts various agreements-including cooperation, joint venture, commercial, and franchise contracts-and offers guidance on licensing and rights transfers. Additionally, Albar & Partners represents clients in addressing IP violations through warnings, complaints, litigation, and negotiations, ensuring robust protection and management of intellectual property assets.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

Albar & Partners' Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice offers comprehensive legal services to major local banks, financial institutions, insurance corporations, government-linked companies, and other conglomerates in Malaysia. The firm's experienced legal team handles a wide array of disputes, including banking litigation, debt recovery, commercial litigation, construction disputes, insolvency matters, and tortious disputes such as defamation or negligence. They employ a full spectrum of dispute resolution mechanisms, from negotiation and mediation to arbitration and courtroom litigation, ensuring tailored strategies that align with each client's specific needs.
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

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