Three Focused Services
Estate & Inheritance Solutions for Malaysian Families
Whether you are planning ahead or dealing with the aftermath of a bereavement, we offer the specific legal assistance your situation calls for — with clear fees and patient guidance.
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Our Methodology Across All Matters
Every instruction received at Delima Guaman follows the same structured approach — adapted to the complexity and sensitivity of each family's situation.
1. Listen & Assess
We take time at the first meeting to understand your full situation before recommending a course of action.
2. Plan & Document
We prepare the required documents accurately, checking each one before it goes out or gets submitted.
3. File & Follow Up
Submissions are tracked. We follow up with courts, departments, and institutions on your behalf — without waiting to be reminded.
4. Close & Confirm
We confirm the outcome with you in writing, ensure all steps are complete, and provide copies of all final documentation.
Service 01
Will & Estate Consultation
A patient meeting to record your wishes clearly and plan your estate. We explain options in plain language and take care to reflect your intentions, leaving all decisions with you. Many clients find that a single session is enough to have a properly drafted Will ready for execution.
- Review of your assets and intended beneficiaries
- Explanation of testamentary requirements under Malaysian law
- Drafting of Will document by a qualified advocate
- Guidance on proper witnessing and execution
- Safe copy retained on file; original returned to client
Process Steps
Initial consultation — understand your family structure, assets, and wishes
Will draft prepared and reviewed with you before any signing
Execution in office with properly qualified witnesses
Certified copy retained; original and instructions provided to you
Professional Fee
RM 250
Service 02
Probate & Estate Administration
Careful help for families administering an estate — including document preparation, court filings, and ongoing dealings with government authorities. We handle the procedural work so that the family can focus on other matters, and we provide clear progress updates at each stage without waiting to be asked.
- Application for Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration
- Preparation of Oath, Inventory, and supporting affidavits
- Correspondence with EPF, KWSP, Land Office, and banks
- Coordination of asset transfers to named beneficiaries
- Final estate account and distribution confirmation
Process Steps
Document review — death certificate, Will (if any), asset schedule
Preparation and filing of probate or administration petition at the High Court
Extraction of Grant; notification of relevant institutions
Distribution of assets according to Will or applicable law; completion report issued
Professional Fee from
RM 740
Service 03
Contested Inheritance Assistance
Tactful support where an inheritance is disputed — including negotiation, mediation assistance, and representation before the relevant court or authority where needed. We work first toward a fair, negotiated outcome. Litigation is pursued only where reasonable attempts at resolution have been exhausted.
- Review and assessment of the basis for the dispute
- Correspondence and negotiation between parties
- Mediation support (where agreed by parties)
- Formal representation before the High Court if required
- Settlement documentation and distribution oversight
Process Steps
Initial assessment — understand the nature and grounds of the dispute
Written correspondence to other parties; negotiation toward agreed resolution
If needed, formal mediation or court filing with representation
Settlement recorded in writing; estate distributed in accordance with outcome
Professional Fee from
RM 1,635
Which Service Is Right for You?
Choosing the Right Service
Not sure which service applies to your situation? This guide helps you identify the right starting point.
| Your Situation | Will & Estate RM 250 |
Probate Admin RM 740 |
Contested RM 1,635 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I want to write or update my Will | |||
| A family member has passed with a valid Will | |||
| A family member passed without leaving a Will | |||
| Family members disagree on the estate distribution | |||
| The Will is being disputed or challenged | |||
| I need help understanding my options first |
Not sure which applies to your situation? Contact us — we will help identify the right starting point at no charge.
Across All Services
Professional Standards We Maintain
Data & Client Confidentiality
All client information is held under legal professional privilege. Files are stored securely and access is restricted to the practitioners handling the matter.
Bar Council Compliance
All work is conducted in compliance with the Legal Profession Act 1976 and the Bar Council Rulings on professional conduct and fee agreements.
Document Review Protocol
Every document leaving our office — correspondence, petitions, or draft Wills — is reviewed by a qualified practitioner before dispatch.
Regular Client Communication
Progress updates are provided at each meaningful stage. Our target response time for client calls and emails is one working day.
Mediation-Before-Litigation Approach
In contested matters, we pursue negotiated resolution as the primary strategy. Court proceedings are initiated only when all other reasonable options have been explored.
Fee Transparency
Professional fees are agreed in writing before any work begins. Disbursements are itemised separately. No additional professional charges are introduced without discussion.
Clear Fees
Our Service Fees at a Glance
Professional fees only. Court filing fees, stamp duties, and government charges are disbursements billed separately and disclosed before being incurred.
Will & Estate Consultation
RM 250
Per consultation and Will preparation
- Full consultation session
- Will drafting by qualified practitioner
- Witnessing and execution guidance
- Copy retained on firm's file
Probate & Estate Administration
RM 740
Professional fee from — final fee confirmed after assessment
- Probate or administration application
- All court filings and affidavits
- Correspondence with institutions
- Asset transfer coordination
Contested Inheritance Assistance
RM 1,635
Professional fee from — scope confirmed after initial review
- Dispute assessment and advice
- Negotiation between parties
- Mediation support
- Court representation if required
Speak with Us About Your Matter
A brief conversation helps us identify which service fits your situation. Contact us — no commitment required at this stage.
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