Johor Bahru
Employment and unfair dismissal lawyers in Johor Bahru
How employment and unfair dismissal matters for clients in Johor Bahru usually run, which courts hear them, and where to find our office.
Chris & Partners acts for clients in Johor Bahru on employment and unfair dismissal matters. Dr Chee Hui Bing, who leads the firm, is an Advocate & Solicitor and a former medical doctor. We work in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese.
Courts that hear these matters
- Industrial Court, Johor Bahru: employment and unfair dismissal references
How the process usually works
- A dismissed employee can file a representation for unfair dismissal with the Industrial Relations Department within 60 days of dismissal.
- A conciliation meeting is held first.
- If it does not settle, the matter can be referred to the Industrial Court.
- The Industrial Court decides whether the dismissal was with just cause or excuse.
Our office for Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru (Setia Tropika)
No. 8-01, Jalan Setia Tropika 1/29, Taman Setia Tropika, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor
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Common questions
How long do I have to claim unfair dismissal?
Under section 20 of the Industrial Relations Act 1967, a dismissed employee must submit a written representation to the nearest office of the Director General of Industrial Relations within 60 days of the dismissal. A conciliation meeting is held first, and if the matter does not settle it can be referred to the Industrial Court.
What does "without just cause or excuse" mean?
The Industrial Court applies a two-stage test from Wong Chee Hong v Cathay Organisation [1988] 1 MLJ 92. First, did the employer prove the misconduct or other reason? The burden is on the employer. Second, was dismissal a proportionate punishment? A first-time minor offence is rarely just cause; a final written warning or demotion may be more appropriate.
Are restraint-of-trade clauses enforceable?
Generally no. Section 28 of the Contracts Act 1950 makes agreements in restraint of trade void, except in narrow cases such as the sale of goodwill or the dissolution of a partnership. Confidentiality and non-solicitation obligations may still be enforceable.
Guides on this topic
- Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022 — 18 Months On: What the Tribunal Has Decided, and What It Means for Employers and Victims
- Section 20 IRA 1967 Unfair Dismissal Malaysia: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Mohd Ridzwan v Asmah [2016] 4 MLJ 282: Sexual Harassment Recognised as a Civil Tort
- Goon Kwee Phoy v J & P Coats [1981] 2 MLJ 129: The Foundational Test for Unfair Dismissal
- Understanding the Seriousness of Sexual Harassment
- Are You Experiencing Unfair Dismissal?
Every matter is different, and timelines depend on the court and the parties. This page is general information, not legal advice. Employment and industrial relations
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