Our Practice Areas
We offer a comprehensive range of legal services for individuals, families, and businesses across Kota Kinabalu and Sabah — delivered with professionalism, fresh thinking, and genuine care.
Comprehensive Legal Services in Sabah
Jason Zulfadhli Advocates & Solicitors handles seven core practice areas — covering both contentious and non-contentious legal work for clients throughout Sabah. Whether you are a first-time property buyer, a business owner navigating a dispute, or an individual facing criminal proceedings, our team brings focused expertise and genuine dedication to your matter.
Our approach is collaborative. We begin every engagement by understanding your specific situation, then develop a clear and practical legal strategy tailored to your goals — not just legal opinions, but actionable answers.
Explore Our Services
Each area is handled by our team with care, precision, and a commitment to delivering results that make a real difference.
General Civil Litigation
We represent clients across all levels of the Sabah courts in a wide range of civil disputes — from contract breaches and tortious claims to debt recovery and injunctive relief.
- Contract disputes and breach of contract claims
- Negligence, defamation, and other tortious claims
- Debt recovery and enforcement of judgments
- Injunctions and other equitable remedies
- Appellate advocacy before the Court of Appeal and Federal Court
Company Law
We advise and guide businesses on all aspects of corporate law — from initial incorporation and governance through to shareholder disputes and winding-up proceedings.
- Company incorporation and registration
- Corporate governance, compliance, and advisory
- Shareholder disputes and derivative actions
- Joint ventures and business structuring
- Winding up and liquidation proceedings
Conveyancing
End-to-end property transaction services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties — ensuring every transfer is legally sound and professionally handled.
- Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPA) for residential and commercial properties
- Memorandum of Transfer (MOT) preparation and execution
- Loan documentation, drawdown, and redemption
- Strata title applications and transfers
- Native land and leasehold dealings in Sabah
Construction and Adjudication Dispute
Specialised services for construction disputes — including adjudication under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act (CIPAA) and arbitration proceedings.
- CIPAA adjudication proceedings
- Construction contract review and advisory
- Claims for unpaid progress payments
- Defect liability and project delay disputes
- Arbitration in construction and infrastructure matters
Non-Contentious Litigation
Legal documentation, estate planning, and advisory services for individuals and families who need quality legal support without contentious court proceedings.
- Will drafting and testamentary advice
- Estate administration — Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration
- Deed of Partnership and business documentation
- Statutory declarations and affidavits
- General legal advisory and document preparation
Criminal Litigation
Vigorous and principled criminal defence at all court levels — ensuring every client receives fair representation regardless of the complexity of the charges.
- Criminal defence in Magistrates', Sessions', and High Court
- Bail applications and representations
- Appeal against conviction or sentence
- White-collar and financial crime defence
- Drug offences and traffic-related criminal matters
Land Dispute
Resolution of land and property conflicts unique to Sabah — including Native Customary Rights (NCR) claims, title disputes, and boundary-related actions.
- Boundary dispute resolution and demarcation
- Native Customary Rights (NCR) claims and advocacy
- Trespass and encroachment actions
- Land title registration issues and rectification
- Caveats and injunctions over land
Not Sure Which Area Applies to You?
Our team will listen to your situation and guide you to the right legal path. Reach out for a confidential consultation today.