These accounts reflect the experiences of real families who came to us with genuine legal needs. Their words are their own.
Back to HomeRoslinah Mahmud
Penampang, Sabah
The pre-adoption session with Anjung Damai was the first time the whole process actually made sense to me. I had been given conflicting advice from different people, and I was confused. The written summary they gave me afterwards was something I referred back to several times in the months that followed. I felt like I was making an informed decision for the first time.
Pre-Adoption Counsel · April 2025
Ahmad Taufiq bin Yusoff
Kota Belud, Sabah
My siblings and I had been at an impasse over our late father's land for nearly two years. Nurfazilah at Anjung Damai understood the situation immediately — including the native customary aspects that other advisors had not really engaged with. The matter took longer than I had hoped, but it was resolved without lasting damage to the family relationships, which was what we had asked for.
Property Dispute · March 2025
Lim Poh Ying
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The child welfare proceedings were among the most stressful things I have been through. Zainudin kept me informed throughout and never made me feel like my questions were unwelcome. I always knew what was happening and why. The outcome was the best it could have been, and I am genuinely grateful for how carefully everything was handled.
Child Welfare · February 2025
Shirley Banjok
Ranau, Sabah
I was nervous about the first consultation because I did not know what to expect. The office feels calm — there is no pressure, no jargon. I was given time to explain everything at my own pace. The written summary I received afterwards helped me talk things through with my husband before we decided what to do next. That pace suited us very well.
Pre-Adoption Counsel · April 2025
Mohd Hairul bin Jaafar
Beaufort, Sabah
Our property matter involved a jointly held home from our marriage — a situation that neither of us had planned for. Anjung Damai helped us arrive at a resolution that both parties could accept. The advisor was fair in how she presented options and did not seem to be pushing either side. Communication was clear and reasonably prompt throughout. I would return without hesitation.
Property Dispute · March 2025
Dayang Khairunisa
Sandakan, Sabah
The child welfare proceedings were frightening at first. I did not know what was being expected of me or what the Department required. Zainudin walked me through each step before we arrived at each hearing, so I was never surprised in the room. He also called me after each date to explain what had happened and what came next. It mattered more than I can easily say.
Child Welfare · January 2025
Names and identifying details have been changed to preserve privacy.
The Challenge
A couple had been fostering a child for two years and wished to adopt formally, but had received contradictory guidance on whether the court route or the registry route was appropriate for their circumstances.
Our Approach
We reviewed the legal requirements for both available routes under Malaysian law, assessed the couple's specific circumstances, and advised clearly on which pathway applied — including what documentation would be needed and a realistic timeline.
Outcome
The couple proceeded with the correct route and completed the adoption within the expected timeframe. The written summary from our initial session formed part of their prepared documentation.
Duration: approximately 8 months
The Challenge
Three siblings could not agree on the distribution of their late mother's property, which included a family home and two plots of agricultural land. Communication had broken down and the eldest sibling had stopped responding to the others.
Our Approach
We engaged with all three parties separately to understand each position, then facilitated a structured mediation session. This avoided court proceedings entirely. We prepared a written distribution agreement once consensus was reached.
Outcome
The matter was resolved through mediation. The family avoided contested court proceedings and the distribution agreement was executed within three months of the first consultation.
Duration: approximately 3 months
The Challenge
A parent found themselves involved in child welfare proceedings following a referral to the Department of Social Welfare. They had no experience with legal processes and did not know what to expect from the hearings or what was being assessed.
Our Approach
We prepared thorough submissions demonstrating the parent's capability and circumstances, attended all hearings, coordinated with the Department, and provided the client with a clear briefing before each appearance so they were never taken by surprise.
Outcome
The proceedings concluded with the child's welfare arrangements confirmed in a manner that supported the family unit. The client noted that feeling informed throughout had made a significant difference to how they experienced the process.
Duration: approximately 6 months
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12+
Years Active
340+
Families Assisted
4.8
Average Rating
100%
Written Summaries Issued
All advisors are current members in good standing with the Malaysian Bar Council.
Client data is handled in accordance with Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010.
Recognised on the legal aid panel for child welfare matters in Sabah.
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