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A Firm Built on Quiet Diligence and Family Trust
Founded to serve Malaysian families with clear-headed counsel on estate and inheritance matters — no jargon, no pressure, just careful, considered legal work.
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Delima Guaman: Established to Serve Families
Delima Guaman was founded in Kuala Lumpur with a single purpose: to make estate and inheritance law accessible to ordinary Malaysian families. Too many people defer or avoid writing Wills, applying for probate, or addressing contested inheritance because the process seems daunting. We wanted to change that.
Operating from our office on Jalan Cheras, we work with clients across the Klang Valley on three focused areas — Will preparation, estate administration, and contested inheritance matters. Every brief we take on is handled personally by a qualified advocate and solicitor. There is no handing off to juniors without supervision, no form-letter correspondence, and no unexplained delays.
Our approach draws on the conviction that a family's estate affairs deserve the same care and order as a well-kept ledger — every entry accounted for, every obligation honoured, nothing left ambiguous. We take the time to understand each client's wishes and circumstances before any document is drafted.
Our Mission
To provide Malaysian families with patient, plain-spoken legal guidance on estate and inheritance matters — handling every file with the care and precision those families' affairs deserve.
Our Values
Clarity in communication. Accuracy in documentation. Sensitivity to family circumstances. Respect for the decisions our clients make — we advise, you decide.
Where We Work
Based on Jalan Cheras in Kuala Lumpur, we serve clients throughout the Klang Valley and assist with estate matters arising under Malaysian law across the peninsula.
The People Behind the Work
Our Legal Team
Each matter at Delima Guaman is handled by a practitioner with direct experience in Malaysian estate and probate law.
Siti Rahayu
Principal Advocate & Solicitor
Called to the Bar in 2008, Siti Rahayu has focused her practice exclusively on estate planning and probate administration. She leads client consultations and reviews all Will drafts before execution.
Rajan Arumugam
Senior Associate, Contested Matters
Rajan brings over twelve years of experience in inheritance disputes and High Court proceedings. He handles contested estate cases and represents clients before relevant judicial authorities.
Nurul Liyana
Associate, Estate Administration
Nurul Liyana manages probate filings, correspondence with government departments, and the ongoing coordination needed to bring an estate administration to a proper close.
Our Standards
Professional Protocols We Follow
Every file at Delima Guaman is managed under a consistent set of professional standards — because the details matter in estate work.
Admitted Practitioners Only
All legal work is conducted or directly supervised by advocates and solicitors admitted to the Malaysian Bar.
Strict Confidentiality
Client information and family circumstances are protected under legal professional privilege and our firm's internal confidentiality protocols.
Document Accuracy
Wills, petitions, and supporting documents are reviewed at each stage by a qualified practitioner before submission or execution.
Proactive Client Updates
We provide clear progress updates at each stage without waiting for clients to follow up. No unexplained silences.
Malaysian Bar Compliance
All fee agreements, client care practices, and professional conduct conform to the Legal Profession Act 1976 and the Bar Council's Rules.
Respectful Dispute Handling
Contested inheritance cases are approached with a priority on fair and dignified resolution — litigation is a tool of last resort, not a first step.
Estate & Inheritance Law in Malaysia — What Families Should Know
In Malaysia, estate administration is governed primarily by the Probate and Administration Act 1959 and the Distribution Act 1958 (for non-Muslims). The process involves applying to the High Court for a Grant of Probate (where a valid Will exists) or Letters of Administration (where no Will was left). Each application requires specific documents, and the court has particular procedural requirements that must be followed correctly to avoid rejection or delays.
Writing a Will in Malaysia is a personal act — the testator must be of sound mind, at least eighteen years of age, and must sign or acknowledge the Will in the presence of two witnesses who are present at the same time. Those witnesses must not be beneficiaries under the Will. A poorly witnessed or insufficiently detailed Will can create complications during probate that are time-consuming and sometimes costly to address.
Where family members disagree on how an estate should be distributed — whether due to a disputed Will, claims of undue influence, or questions about asset ownership — the matter may proceed to litigation. Malaysian courts have jurisdiction to hear such disputes, though many are resolved through negotiation or mediation before reaching a contested hearing. Early legal advice is often the most practical step a family can take.
At Delima Guaman, our focus on this specific area of law means our practitioners stay current with developments in Malaysian estate practice, including changes in court procedure and updates to relevant legislation. Our clients benefit from consistent, knowledgeable advice rather than general legal services spread thin across unrelated fields.
Speak with Our Team About Your Situation
A brief conversation is often all it takes to understand your options. We are available Monday to Saturday and respond to all enquiries within one working day.
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