Tax Advisory · Malaysia

Thoughtful Counsel
for Complex Tax Matters

Tuai Counsel works with individuals, companies, and parties in contested IRB proceedings — bringing measured analysis and a preference for clear, written advice.

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+60 7-229 4716

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Johor Bahru, MY

Our Practice Areas

Three areas of focused practice

Each engagement is handled by a named tax counsel. We work through the matter in writing, so you have a record of what was decided and why.

Personal & Entrepreneurial

Individual Tax Advisory

For high-earning professionals, founders across jurisdictions, and individuals with foreign-source income or RPGT considerations. Includes Form B, BE, and M support where practitioner input adds value.

Annual assessment review
RPGT planning for private disposals
Capital vs revenue treatment guidance

RM 1,650 Enquire

Corporate

Corporate Compliance & Structuring

Serving Malaysian-incorporated companies and regional holding structures. Annual tax positions, group relief, transfer pricing documentation, withholding tax analysis, and pre-Form C review.

Transfer pricing documentation
Mid-year and pre-submission review
Capital allowance advisory

RM 2,950 Enquire

Disputes & Investigations

Audits, Investigations & Appeals

Representation in IRB audits, transfer pricing queries, field investigations, and Special Commissioners appeals. Fees agreed in clear stages — you are never asked to commit beyond the next phase.

IRB audit representation
Special Commissioners appeals
High Court judicial review (where appropriate)

RM 5,450 Enquire

Why Clients Choose Us

A different approach to tax counsel

Tax matters reward patience and precision. Our practice is structured around those two qualities.

Written Advice as Standard

Every position note, analysis, and recommendation is delivered in writing. You keep a clear record of what was decided and the reasoning behind it.

Named Counsel Throughout

A named tax practitioner handles your matter from start to finish — no handoffs between departments, no repeated briefings.

Staged Fee Commitments

Particularly in disputes, fees are agreed stage by stage. You are never asked to commit to a full engagement before understanding what the next step involves.

IRB-Focused Knowledge

We understand how the Inland Revenue Board operates, what draws attention, and how to structure a response that addresses the core points without creating new exposure.

Cross-Border Awareness

For structures holding assets across jurisdictions, we bring familiarity with how Malaysian tax rules interact with treaty positions and foreign-source income treatment.

Plain-Language Explanations

Complex tax provisions are explained in plain numbers with stated assumptions. You understand what applies to your position — not a general description of the law.

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Would it help to describe your situation?

Send us a short account of where things stand. A practitioner will review it and respond in writing, usually within two working days.

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Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

What does an initial engagement with Tuai Counsel look like?

We begin with a short written description of your matter — either submitted through our contact form or provided by email. A named practitioner reviews the submission and responds with an initial reading of the position, any immediate observations, and a proposal for how the engagement might proceed. There is no charge for this initial written response.

How are fees structured for dispute matters?

Dispute engagements are divided into clear phases: initial review and documentation assessment; response preparation; hearing or appeal representation; and, where necessary, court proceedings. Fees for each phase are agreed before that phase begins. The RM 5,450 opening figure covers the first substantive phase. You are not asked to commit to the full matter at the outset.

My accountant already prepares my tax return. Why would I also need a tax counsel?

A return-preparing accountant and a tax counsel serve related but distinct functions. The accountant calculates and files; the counsel advises on the underlying positions — how income should be characterised, whether a particular relief applies, how a disposal should be treated for RPGT purposes. In some cases we work alongside the existing accountant; in others the mandate is narrower and addresses only those aspects where legal interpretation adds value.

Do you handle matters outside Johor Bahru?

Yes. Tax matters are governed by federal law, and our practice extends across Malaysia. Most advisory work proceeds by written correspondence and document review, so location is rarely an impediment. For hearings before the Special Commissioners or High Court proceedings, we attend in person wherever the hearing is fixed.

How long does a corporate tax compliance engagement typically take?

The annual corporate engagement runs on the company's financial year cycle. We deliver a position note at the start of the year, a mid-year review, and a pre-submission session before Form C is lodged. The total working time across the year is typically four to six weeks of active engagement, spread across three touchpoints.

Is the conversation with my practitioner confidential?

Communications with Tuai Counsel are subject to legal professional privilege where the counsel is advising in their capacity as a legal practitioner. Before engaging, we can clarify the applicable privilege position for your specific matter type. In IRB investigation contexts, this question often has practical importance, and we address it explicitly in the initial review.

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89, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

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