Divorce Lawyer Malaysia – TYH & Co.
If you are filing for divorce in Malaysia or facing issues over custody of children, division of property, or maintenance, engaging an experienced divorce lawyer in Malaysia ensures your rights are protected and the process is handled correctly. Our divorce lawyers provide affordable and professional divorce services in Malaysia.
We’ve helped over 2,000 clients in Malaysia move on with peace and clarity after divorce. We’re here to help you too.
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Top Rated Divorce Lawyer in Malaysia – Specializing in Divorce & Family Law Since 2017
At TYH & Co., we focus solely on divorce & family law since our inception.
We are a trusted divorce law firm in Malaysia if you are seeking guidance and going through a divorce in Malaysia.
Why Choose Our Divorce Lawyer in Malaysia
- Focused experience in divorce & family law since 2017
- Affordable legal fees (Instalment plan available) with no hidden charges
- Handled more than 2000+ non-Muslim divorce cases in Malaysia
- Rated 5-stars by more than 400 clients (genuine reviews on Google)
- Free divorce consultation via WhatsApp (Click WhatsApp button below to chat live with our divorce lawyer now)
- Personalized legal advice and step-by-step guidance
- Up-to-date divorce & family law related articles in Malaysia
- We also run www.divorcelawyer.my, a separate blog known as a trusted resource for divorce law in Malaysia
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Divorce Process in Malaysia for Non-Muslims
Brief Guide for Joint Petition for Divorce (Uncontested Divorce)
Joint Petition (Mutual Divorce) Process
- Consult our divorce lawyer and we will prepare the joint petition for both parties to sign.
- Both parties are required to attend the court hearing (1 time only) in the Court or via online hearing (via ZOOM subject to the Court’s discretion).
- Get divorce certificate 3 months later after the court hearing.
Single Petition (Non-Mutual Divorce) Process
- Go for marriage counselling with the Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) first before you can start file a single petition. (Note: This is a MANDATORY step and parties can only be exempted from the counselling with valid reasons)
- Consult our divorce lawyer and we will prepare the single petition for signing.
- The Court will fix case management and hearing dates
- After the court hearing, the Court will grant a divorce order if the Court is satisfied that the marriage has broken down irretrievably.
- Get divorce certificate 3 months later after the court hearing.
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Divorce in Malaysia: 9 Things You Should Know
- Your marriage must be registered for more than 2 years under the law before you can file a divorce in Malaysia (may apply divorce within 2 years of marriage with special condition).
- Faster and cheaper to file a joint petition for divorce (mutual divorce) compared to a single petition for divorce (non-mutual divorce).
- No need to attend counselling (with the JPN Marriage Tribunal) if the divorce is mutual.
- Both husband and wife must come to an agreement on all the divorce terms for joint petition.
- Terms that must be agreed upon are custody of children, amount of maintenance for wife & children & division of matrimonial assets.
- Both parties must sign and attend the Court (divorce hearing) for joint petition.
- To file a single petition for divorce, you need to prove reason for the breakdown of marriage. No need reason if the divorce is mutual.
- No ‘automatic divorce’ in Malaysia even if both parties are separated for more than 2 years.
- In the event if there is no agreement, it is advisable to start with a divorce proposal and our divorce lawyer may assist to negotiate and reach for a settlement to save time and cost for divorce by filing a joint petition.
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Divorce & Family Law Services We Specialize in Malaysia
- Divorce Application
- 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
Affordable Divorce Lawyer in KL & Selangor
Since 2017, TYH & Co. offers affordable and professional divorce and family-law related services.
As one of Malaysia’s most experienced divorce law teams, we offer personalized and compassionate support across all divorce matters whether it is contested, uncontested, or complex cases. With us, your case will be in good hands.
Frequently Asked Questions: Divorce in Malaysia
What are the requirements if I want to file a divorce in Malaysia?
To get a divorce in Malaysia:
- Your duration of marriage must be more than 2 years (unless there is special circumstances);
- Marriage must be registered under the Law Reform (Marriage & Divorce) Act 1976 or valid foreign law (provided the marriage must be monogamous); and
- Both husband and wife must be domiciled in Malaysia (residing permanently in Malaysia).
What are the grounds to file a divorce in Malaysia?
You do not need prove any ground to file a divorce in Malaysia for joint petition for divorce (mutual divorce).
On the other hand, for single petition for divorce (non-mutual divorce), the party filing for divorce must show irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. To establish irretrievable breakdown, the party filing for divorce is required to prove one of the following 4 grounds:
- Adultery;
- Unreasonable behaviour;
- Desertion for 2 years;
- Separation for 2 years.
Can I get a divorce even if my spouse disagrees to divorce?
You can still get a divorce even if your spouse disagrees by filing a single petition for divorce.
You are required under the law to attend marriage counselling with the Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) first before you can file a single petition for divorce in Malaysia.
How long does it take to get divorced in Malaysia?
For joint petition (mutual divorce), it will take less than 6 months generally. In some cases, it can be as quick 1 month.
For single petition (non-mutual divorce), it will take between 6-12 months, or more, if the divorce is disputed and complex.
What is the cost of divorce in Malaysia?
At TYH & Co., we are committed to providing affordable, fixed, and transparent legal fees with no hidden charges. You may get free divorce consultation and quote from our divorce lawyer via WhatsApp below.
Membership & Recognitions of Our Divorce Law Firm in Malaysia
A Member of The Malaysian Bar
Recognitions of Our Divorce Lawyer in Malaysia
Since our establishment, we have been recognized by various independent platforms and reviewers for our dedication to providing exceptional divorce services in Malaysia:
Trusted Malaysia: Ranked among the Top 5 Divorce Lawyers in Malaysia
Malaysia Brands: Named one of the Top 10 Best Divorce Lawyers in Kuala Lumpur
Product Nation: Featured among the Best Divorce Lawyers in Kuala Lumpur & Selangor 2025
Fun Empire: Recognized as the Best Divorce Lawyer in KL & Selangor 2025
Contribution by Our Divorce Lawyer in Malaysia to the World Bank’s Women, Business and the Law 2026 Report
Our contribution of insights as family lawyer in Malaysia to the Women, Business and the Law 2026 report invited by the World Bank Group focusing on divorce law and other legal related issues.
PDPA-Compliant Divorce Law Firm in Malaysia
Our divorce law firm is a PDPA-compliant law firm in Malaysia under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010.
Our divorce lawyers in Malaysia are fully committed to protecting clients’ privacy and confidentiality.
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