Pesaka Law — Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning

Our Services

Three engagements, each at its own pace

Whether you are setting down a first Will, arranging a Trust for the long view, or working through an estate after loss — each matter receives the same steady attention.

Simple Will Drafting & Registration

A thorough consultation covering beneficiaries, executor duties, guardianship nominations, and specific legacies. Includes drafting, a review meeting, proper execution, and Will registry registration.

Executor and backup planning
Guardian nominations for children
Amanah Raya or private registry

From RM 520 Enquire

Living Trust & Lifetime Gifting

Careful design of inter vivos trusts for asset protection, incapacity planning, and intergenerational wealth transfer. Covers Discretionary, Fixed, and Standby Trusts with full deed drafting.

RPGT and Stamp Act considerations
Corporate or private trustee guidance
Half-yearly review included

From RM 2,700 Enquire

Probate & Estate Administration

Complete support for executors administering a testate or intestate estate — Grant of Probate, Letters of Administration, asset collation, creditor discharge, and final distribution accounts.

High Court and Land Office filings
Distribution Act 1958 guidance
Amanah Raya small estate route

From RM 3,700 Enquire

Why Pesaka Law

Attentive to the details families often overlook

Estate planning touches the most personal aspects of a family's future. We approach each engagement without hurry, working through the practical and the sentimental with equal care.

Read About Our Approach

Statutory Compliance

All instruments drafted in accordance with the Wills Act 1959, Trustee Act 1949, and the Probate and Administration Act 1959.

Civil & Faraid Awareness

We maintain clear separation between civil estate matters and Faraid, with respectful cross-referencing where both intersect.

One Consistent Adviser

Your matter is handled by a named solicitor, not passed between departments. You will know who to call and be answered promptly.

Strict Confidentiality

Family asset information, beneficiary details, and personal circumstances are held with complete professional discretion.

Take the first step

A conversation costs nothing. Leaving things unplanned may cost considerably more.

We welcome enquiries by telephone, email, or through the form below. There is no obligation in asking a question.

Get in Touch +60 3 7728 3942

Common Questions

Questions families often bring to us

Do I need a Will if my estate is modest?

A Will remains worthwhile at almost any asset level. Without one, the Distribution Act 1958 allocates your estate according to a fixed formula that may not reflect your wishes — and your executor must still apply to the courts for Letters of Administration, which takes time and expense. A clear Will simplifies the process for those you leave behind.

What is the difference between a Will and a Living Trust?

A Will takes effect only upon death and must pass through probate. A Living Trust operates during your lifetime — it can manage assets if you become incapacitated, allow a faster transfer to beneficiaries without probate, and provide a measure of privacy, since Trust deeds do not become public documents. The two are not mutually exclusive; many clients hold both.

How long does probate typically take in Malaysia?

A straightforward testate estate with a clear Will and no disputes can be concluded in six to twelve months. Intestate matters, or those involving real property across multiple states or contested claims, may extend to two years or more. Early engagement with a solicitor tends to reduce delays caused by incomplete documentation.

Can I update my Will after it has been registered?

Yes. A Will may be amended through a formal Codicil or revoked and replaced with a new Will. Common reasons to revisit a Will include changes in family composition (marriage, divorce, birth of a child), significant changes in asset values, or the death of a named executor or beneficiary. We recommend reviewing your Will every three to five years.

What documents should I bring to a first consultation?

For a Will drafting meeting, it is helpful to bring a copy of your MyKad, a broad list of assets you wish to address (property titles, bank account details, share certificates, EPF nominations), and the names and identification numbers of your intended beneficiaries and executor. We can proceed without all of these — the consultation is also a gathering exercise.

Do you advise on Faraid (Islamic inheritance)?

Faraid operates under Syariah law and is administered separately from civil estate law. We do not practise Syariah law, but we can assist non-Muslim clients with civil estate matters and provide respectful cross-references where a family's affairs involve both regimes — for instance, in blended families. For Faraid-specific advice, we are able to refer clients to appropriate Syariah practitioners.

Find Us

Our Office

Unit 17-1, Menara LGB, 1 Jalan Wan Kadir, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur

Contact

We are here when you are ready

Contact Details

Telephone

+60 3 7728 3942

Email

[email protected]

Address

Unit 17-1, Menara LGB
1 Jalan Wan Kadir
Taman Tun Dr Ismail
60000 Kuala Lumpur

Working Hours

Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Appointments outside these hours may be arranged on request.

A note on timelines

We aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day. Estate matters are never rushed — but we do not leave correspondence waiting.

Arranging your affairs, with care