Cahaya
Legal documents and estate planning

Our Services

Three Services, Each with a Clear Purpose

From a single planning session to a full estate engagement, our services are designed around what families actually need — not what looks impressive on a list.

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How We Work

Our Approach to Every Engagement

Before any work begins, we take time to understand your situation. Estate matters in Malaysia are shaped by personal circumstances — who the deceased was, what they owned, how the family is composed — and the appropriate course of action depends on those details. We do not assume; we ask.

Each service below comes with a written scope of engagement and fixed fee. We explain what is included, how long it typically takes, and what your involvement will be. If the work ends up being simpler or more complex than anticipated, we discuss any change before proceeding.

Listen First

We understand your situation before recommending anything.

Agree in Writing

Scope and fee confirmed before any engagement begins.

Deliver with Care

Every engagement ends with clear documentation and a summary.

Estate planning session

Service One

Estate Planning Session

A gentle session for those wishing to plan how their estate passes to loved ones. Suited to individuals preparing a wasiat or considering hibah and trust arrangements. Includes a careful discussion, plain-language guidance, and a written summary — with the choice of next steps left entirely to you.

  • Initial discussion of your assets, wishes, and family circumstances
  • Explanation of wasiat, hibah, and trust options in plain language
  • Written session summary provided at the end
  • No obligation to proceed further

Typical Process

1

Initial enquiry — brief description of your situation by phone or email

2

Appointment scheduled (in-office or remote)

3

Session conducted — approximately 60 to 90 minutes

4

Written summary delivered within 3 working days

Probate and administration support

Service Two

Probate and Administration Support

Patient assistance for families administering a loved one's estate during a difficult time. Scope includes guidance through probate or letters of administration, preparing documentation, and liaising with relevant authorities — handled with sensitivity and clear explanation throughout.

  • Guidance on whether probate or letters of administration applies
  • Preparation and review of court-required documentation
  • Liaison with the High Court, relevant government bodies
  • Clear updates at each stage; nothing left unexplained

Typical Process

1

Initial consultation — review of the deceased's estate and documents

2

Document collection and preparation by our team

3

Filing and court or agency liaison handled on your behalf

4

Grant or letters issued; estate ready for distribution

Complete guiding legacy engagement

Service Three

Complete Guiding Legacy Engagement

A thorough arrangement for families coordinating planning, administration, and distribution under applicable faraid or civil principles. Includes full case management, support among beneficiaries, and a consolidated estate record prepared with care.

  • End-to-end management of the estate process
  • Faraid or civil distribution guidance and support
  • Communication supported among all beneficiaries
  • Consolidated estate record delivered at completion

Typical Process

1

Comprehensive initial meeting — estate overview and family situation

2

Planning phase — wasiat, hibah, or administration pathway identified

3

Administration and distribution managed with our full involvement

4

Consolidated record prepared and delivered; matter formally closed

Which is Right for You?

Service Comparison

Not sure which service suits your situation? This table may help. You are also welcome to call us and we will discuss it without pressure.

Feature Estate Planning
RM 580
Probate Support
RM 1,250
Legacy Engagement
RM 1,920
Planning consultation
Written session summary
Probate / LoA filing
Court and agency liaison
Faraid / civil distribution guidance
Beneficiary communication support
Consolidated estate record
Best suited for Individuals planning ahead Families after a bereavement Complex or multi-party estates

Across All Services

Standards That Apply to Everything We Do

Strict Confidentiality

All client information and case details are held under solicitor-client privilege. Nothing is disclosed without your consent.

Written Scope Before Work Begins

You receive a written confirmation of what is included, the fee, and the expected timeline before any engagement proceeds.

Practitioner Continuity

The practitioner you meet handles your matter throughout. No handoffs, no unexplained changes in who you are dealing with.

Plain-Language Updates

We communicate in clear, unhurried terms. If something changes or is delayed, you hear about it from us — before you need to ask.

Legal Compliance

All advice and documentation is in accordance with Malaysian law, including the Probate and Administration Act 1959 and relevant Islamic law enactments.

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Cahaya maintains full professional indemnity insurance, providing an additional layer of assurance for all clients.

Fees

Clear, Fixed Pricing

All fees are stated in Malaysian Ringgit. Payment terms are confirmed in the written scope before work begins.

Estate Planning Session

RM 580

Per session

  • Planning consultation
  • Wasiat / hibah discussion
  • Written summary
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Most Requested

Probate and Administration

RM 1,250

Per engagement

  • Probate / LoA guidance
  • Document preparation
  • Court and agency liaison
  • Distribution guidance
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Complete Legacy Engagement

RM 1,920

Per engagement

  • Full case management
  • All administration included
  • Beneficiary support
  • Consolidated estate record
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Not Sure Where to Start?

Call or write to us — we will listen to your situation and suggest which service is the right fit, honestly. There is no commitment involved.

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