Shariah Advisory & Wealth Management
What We Do
Our Shariah Advisory & Islamic Wealth Management practice advises individuals, families, trustees, corporate entities, and financial institutions on Shariah‑compliant structures, investments, and wealth arrangements within Malaysia’s Islamic finance and regulatory framework. We provide legal advice on the application of Shariah principles to asset structuring, succession planning, and wealth preservation, with sensitivity to cross‑border considerations and differing jurisprudential views where applicable.
The practice focuses on the legal and governance aspects of Islamic wealth arrangements, including the interaction between Shariah principles, Malaysian law, and regulatory requirements. Our work is grounded in the documentation and implementation of compliant structures that address ownership, control, and succession, while aligning with applicable statutory regimes and regulatory expectations. We advise across both personal and institutional contexts, supporting sustainable and compliant wealth planning outcomes.
How We Can Assist You
We assist clients through all stages of Shariah‑compliant wealth planning, from initial structuring and advisory discussions through documentation, implementation, and ongoing review. Our work includes advising on Islamic estate and succession planning, trust and foundation structures, Shariah‑compliant investment arrangements, and governance frameworks designed to meet both legal and religious requirements.
We work closely with Shariah advisers, financial institutions, trustees, and other professional advisers where required, ensuring that documentation accurately reflects approved structures and complies with applicable laws and regulations. For clients with cross‑border assets or family arrangements, we advise on jurisdictional coordination and legal risk management. Throughout each engagement, we focus on clarity, compliance, and the effective implementation of Shariah‑aligned wealth objectives.
Why We Stand Out
Quality
Personalized service from a focused team of lawyers, capable of handling complex, high-value transactions. Agile and client-focused, offering premium expertise without the bureaucracy of larger firms.
Experience
Extensive experience engaging with government-linked companies (GLCs), public-listed companies (PLCs), and private corporations across diverse industries.
Strong capability in handling compliance-heavy projects, corporate governance, and large-scale infrastructure or financing transactions.
Global
Active involvement in LAWorld, a non-exclusive international legal network of nearly 70 independent mid-sized law firms across 100 cities worldwide.
This membership gives MRCO clients instant access to vetted foreign counsel, local expertise, and seamless support for cross-border transactions and disputes.
Digital
MRCO operates as a digitally forward firm, utilizing modern cloud tools and cutting-edge hardware and software. Its meeting rooms feature the latest meeting tools to ensure seamless connectivity, reflecting the absolute commitment to legal innovation in Malaysia today.
Sustainable
MRCO is an ESG-driven law firm, embedding sustainability principles into its daily operations and legal advice.
Actively developing ESG clauses across multiple practice areas and guiding clients toward sustainable business practices aligned with global standards.