Affordable & Trusted Divorce Lawyer Malaysia
Looking for a divorce lawyer in Malaysia? TYH & Co. is a divorce and family law firm in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor serving non-Muslim clients across Malaysia. Since 2017, our divorce lawyers have handled more than 2,000 cases covering joint petitions, single petitions, child custody, maintenance and division of matrimonial assets. We quote fixed fees upfront with no hidden charges, and over 500 clients have rated us 5 stars on Google. Chat with our divorce lawyer on WhatsApp now for a free consultation.
- 2,000+ divorce cases handled
- Focused on divorce law since 2017
- 500+ five-star Google reviews (across all branches).
- Fixed fees with instalment plans available
Divorce and Family Law Services in Malaysia
- Joint Petition for Divorce (Mutual Divorce)
- Single Petition for Divorce (Non-Mutual Divorce)
- Divorce Mediation
- Divorce Negotiation & Settlement
- Pre-Divorce Planning
- Securing Custody of Children
- Child Access & Visitation Rights
- Maintenance Claim for Wife & Children
- Division & Protection of Assets
- Pre-Nuptial & Post-Nuptial Agreements
- Adultery Claim & Cheating Spouse Support
- Judicial Separation
- Annulment of Marriage
- Variation of Court Order
How to Get a Divorce in Malaysia
There are two ways to divorce in Malaysia for non-Muslims. If both husband and wife agree to the divorce and all its terms, you can file a joint petition, which generally takes less than 6 months. If there is no agreement, one party files a single petition, which requires attending marriage counselling with the Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) first and generally takes 6 to 12 months. In both cases, the court grants a decree nisi that becomes final 3 months later.
Read our step-by-step guide to divorce procedures in Malaysia or our complete guide to divorce in Malaysia.
Why Clients Choose Our Divorce Lawyers
- We focus on divorce and family law, not general practice. This is all we have done since 2017.
- Fixed and transparent fees quoted upfront in writing. No hidden charges. Instalment plans available.
- Free first consultation through WhatsApp with fast, plain answers.
- Our lawyers speak English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin and Cantonese.
- We handle cases across Malaysia. Most matters can be completed online and through WhatsApp.
- Recognised by independent platforms, including Trusted Malaysia’s list of top divorce lawyers in Malaysia.
Meet Our Divorce Lawyers
Every case at TYH & Co. is handled by qualified lawyers with valid practising certificates. Our team is led by Max Tam, who has practised divorce and family law since 2017 and has handled thousands of joint and single petitions across Malaysia.
Meet our divorce lawyers in Malaysia.
What Clients Say
Our clients have left more than 500 genuine five-star reviews on Google (across all branches).
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TYH & Co. is a law firm registered with the Malaysian Bar. Our lawyers are listed in the official Malaysian Bar Legal Directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce in Malaysia
Q: Can I file for divorce in Malaysia?
A: You can file for divorce in Malaysia if your marriage is registered under the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976 or is a valid monogamous foreign marriage, and both parties are domiciled in Malaysia. Generally you must also have been married for at least 2 years, although the court may allow exceptions in cases of exceptional hardship.
Q: How long does a divorce take in Malaysia?
A: A joint petition generally takes less than 6 months, and straightforward cases can finish in about a month. A single petition generally takes 6 to 12 months, or longer if contested. The divorce becomes final 3 months after the court grants the decree nisi.
Q: How much does a divorce cost in Malaysia?
A: The cost depends on whether it is a joint or single petition and how complex the case is. A joint petition is significantly cheaper because it involves less court work. TYH & Co. quotes a fixed fee upfront with no hidden charges, and instalment plans are available. Message us on WhatsApp for a free quote based on your situation.
Q: Do I need to attend marriage counselling before filing for divorce?
A: For a single petition, yes. The law requires you to attend marriage counselling with the Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) before filing, except in limited circumstances. A joint petition does not require JPN counselling.
Q: Do I need a lawyer to divorce in Malaysia?
A: The law does not force you to appoint a lawyer, but divorce petitions must meet strict document and filing requirements in the High Court, and mistakes cause delays or rejection. In practice, almost all divorce petitions in Malaysia are prepared and filed by a lawyer.
Q: Can you handle my divorce if I live outside KL and Selangor, or overseas?
A: Yes. We handle non-Muslim divorce cases across Malaysia, and consultations, document preparation and updates are done through WhatsApp and email. Many of our clients are based overseas.
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TYH & Co. (Tam Yuen Hung & Co., Advocates & Solicitors)
- Headquarters (Dataran C180 Cheras): C-65-1, Jalan C180/1, Dataran C180, 43200 Cheras, Selangor, Malaysia (Address for service of documents)
- Cheras Branch Address: 21, Jalan Puteri 9/1, Bandar Mahkota Cheras, 43200 Cheras, Selangor, Malaysia (By appointment only)
- Klang Branch Address: 38-1, Lorong Batu Nilam 3c, Bandar Bukit Tinggi 1, 41200 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia (By appointment only)
- Johor Bahru (JB) Address: #1603, Level 16, Menara Pelangi, No. 2, Jalan Kuning, Taman Pelangi, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia (By appointment only)