China Desk
Legal services for investment and business in Sarawak and Malaysia.
中国及跨境投资法律服务
Sylvester & Co. assists individuals, investors and enterprises from China who intend to establish, acquire or carry on businesses and projects particularly in Sarawak.
Investing in a new jurisdiction requires an understanding not only of the applicable law, but also of local regulatory requirements, commercial practices and the practical manner in which transactions are carried out. The Firm assists clients in identifying these requirements, documenting their commercial arrangements and protecting their legal interests at every material stage of the investment.
Our Services
Business Establishment and Investment Structure
We advise on the establishment of companies, joint ventures and other business arrangements, including the respective rights, responsibilities and protections of the parties involved.
- company establishment and business structuring
- shareholders' and joint venture agreements
- subscription, investment and financing agreements
- acquisition of businesses or assets
- corporate governance and management arrangements
- legal due diligence
Company incorporation and secretarial filings may be undertaken in coordination with a licensed company secretary.
Commercial Contracts
We prepare, review and advise on agreements required for the client's business operations, including:
- supply and distribution agreements
- agency and service agreements
- sale and purchase agreements
- leases and tenancy agreements
- financing and security documents
- construction and development agreements
- confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
Land, Property and Development
Land matters in Sarawak are governed by laws and procedures which may differ from those applicable elsewhere in Malaysia. Foreign ownership and investment may also be subject to restrictions, conditions and governmental approval.
- acquisition and leasing of land and property
- legal due diligence on title and land use
- foreign ownership restrictions and approval requirements
- development and joint venture arrangements
- landowner-developer agreements
- compulsory land acquisition
- land, building and property disputes
Construction and Infrastructure Projects
We advise employers, investors, developers, contractors and subcontractors involved in building and infrastructure projects.
Our services include project documentation, construction contracts, payment and variation claims, delay and defects disputes, statutory adjudication, arbitration and litigation.
Employment, Licensing and Regulatory Matters
We assist clients in understanding the legal requirements relevant to their proposed operations, including employment arrangements, commercial licences and regulatory obligations.
Where immigration, tax, accounting or specialist regulatory advice is required, the Firm will coordinate with the appropriate professional adviser, subject to the client's approval.
Dispute Resolution
We represent China-based clients in negotiations, mediation, statutory adjudication, arbitration and proceedings before the Malaysian Courts.
Disputes may arise from joint ventures, investment agreements, construction projects, commercial contracts, property transactions, employment relationships or dealings with local business partners. We assist the client in assessing the available evidence, identifying the appropriate forum and pursuing or defending the claim.
Local Understanding and Clear Communication
Based in Kuching, the Firm is familiar with the legal and business environment in Sarawak. Being trilingual, our principal is able to communicate with clients from different backgrounds and explain Malaysian legal requirements in a clear and practical manner.
Where a matter involves several professional disciplines, we may work with suitable company secretaries, accountants, tax advisers, valuers, engineers and other consultants to provide coordinated assistance.
中文简介
中国及跨境投资法律服务
SYLVESTER & CO. ADVOCATES（律师事务所）位于马来西亚砂拉越州古晋市，为有意在砂拉越及马来西亚投资、设立公司、收购企业或开展项目的中国个人、投资者及企业提供法律服务。
本所协助客户了解马来西亚及砂拉越的相关法律、监管要求及本地商业环境，并就投资架构、交易文件及争议解决提供法律意见。
本所提供的法律服务包括：
- 公司设立、投资架构及企业安排；
- 合资协议、股东协议及投资协议；
- 商业合同及融资文件；
- 土地、房地产及发展项目；
- 建筑及基础设施工程；
- 法律尽职调查及风险评估；
- 雇佣、执照及监管事项；以及
- 谈判、调解、裁决、仲裁及诉讼。
如有关事项涉及公司秘书、会计、税务、移民或其他专业领域，本所可按客户的需要，与相关专业人士配合，为客户提供协调及适当的法律支援。
本所重视清晰、务实及有效的沟通，并根据客户的商业目标及实际情况，协助客户了解法律风险、完善交易文件及妥善处理争议。
Enquiries
Please set out the nature of the proposed investment or the matter in issue, together with the names of the parties involved, so that the Firm can carry out a conflict check before any consultation.