KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry has launched a legal aid initiative for parties with cases before the Industrial Court of Malaysia.
In a statement, the ministry said the initiative is a collaboration between the Industrial Court, the Malaysian Bar, the Sabah Law Society and the Advocates Association of Sarawak.
The measure was officially announced by Human Resources Minister Steven Sim (pic) during the Industrial Court appreciation dinner on Wednesday night.
“In Peninsular Malaysia, eligible parties may obtain this legal assistance through the Bar Council Legal Aid Centre,” the statement read, Bernama reported.
The ministry clarified that no legal fees will be charged.
Applicants are only required to bear direct expenses such as lawyers’ transportation, photocopying and statutory declarations, as the Industrial Court does not impose any filing fees.
Applicants must provide proof of residence, salary slips, utility bills and confirmation letters.
Monthly household income, after expenses, must not exceed RM1,000 for married couples and RM800 for single applicants.
In addition, asset limits apply: total property value must not exceed RM75,000, with specific caps of RM4,500 for motorcycles, RM15,000 for cars and other assets, and RM5,000 in savings.
In Sabah and Sarawak, the service is offered through the Sabah Law Society and the Advocates Association of Sarawak.
