Agalya J Munusamy

– PARTNER –

Agalya graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Aberystwyth University, Wales and obtained her Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) in 2013.

Agalya is a highly skilled and accomplished lawyer with a remarkable track record in handling complex legal matters with a primary area of expertise in Criminal Litigation, Civil Litigation and contractual disputes. She has represented clients in the Court of Appeal for anti-money laundering/white collar crimes and most recently in the Federal Court for breach of statutory duty against the Government of Malaysia. Agalya has demonstrated her expertise in handling high-stakes cases including smuggling and immigration offences. Her exceptional advocacy skills has resulted in successful outcomes for her clients from the Magistrates Court all the way to the Federal Court. Her extensive knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, coupled with their strong legal acumen, has enabled her to navigate the complexities in legal procedures and safeguard her clients’ rights and interests. Agalya has also secured favourable outcomes by arguing against the creation of a resulting trust and challenging orders for eviction. She has demonstrated comprehensive understanding of administrative law, coupled with meticulous preparation for her clients seeking redress through the judicial review process.

Agalya’s other areas of practice include taxation, general civil litigation and debt recovery.

As part of her professional development, Agalya has enrolled with the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators for the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme in March 2023.

Career to date

2025    Partner, MahWengKwai & Associates

2023    Senior Associate, MahWengKwai & Associates

2018    Senior Associate, J R Ravendren & Associates

2014    Associate, J R Ravendren & Associates

2013    Pupil-in-Chambers, J R Ravendren & Associates

2011    Internship, J R Ravendren & Associates

Affiliations

• Committee Member for Bar Council Women’s Rights Committee for the 2025/26
• Committee Member for Bar Council Committee on AMLA for the 2025/26

Educational achievements

2013    Certificate of Legal Practice

2010    Bachelor of Laws (Hons), Aberystwyth University

Particular litigation experience

Criminal Litigation

• Defending accused persons in smuggling offences
• Remand proceedings before the Magistrates Court
• Bail mitigation for accused persons
• Sentencing mitigation for corporate bodies and individual accused persons
• Sentencing appeal for accused person in High Court
• Preparing representation letter to the Attorney General’s Chambers and Customs Legal Unit
• Preparation of Witness Statements for trial and cross-examining witnesses.
• Defending corporate bodies and individual persons under AMLATFPUAA 2001

Judicial Review

• Seeking certiorari and mandamus orders from High Court against the Royal Malaysian Customs

Family Court

• Representing Respondent Husband in child custody & maintenance matters in the High Court
• Representing Respondent Husband in setting aside of divorce petition in the High Court
• Representing Petitioner Wife in complex divorce proceedings which includes a claim for division of matrimonial assets, reimbursement for stolen jewellery and other matters
• Represented adoptive parents in an appeal against the Sessions Court’s refusal to allow an adoption application

Citizenship

• Regularly advising leads and clients on citizenship matters
• Appearing in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court for citizenship-related hearings and appeals.

Other Civil Matters

• Claim for the return of deposit forfeited pursuant to a breach of an agreement of Tenancy Agreement.
• Initiating summary judgment proceedings against the insurance company for the theft of an insured vehicle.
• Disputes arising from a breach of contract for security services.
• Settlement of garnishee proceedings.
• Disputes arising from the arrival of a vessel in Kuantan Port containing raw materials that was subject to the investigations by the Department of Environment, Malaysia.
• Claim for damages against the Royal Malaysian Customs Department for the value of the imported goods being the subject matter of an unlawful and illegal seizure in breach of statutory duties at High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court.
• Claim for sinking fund and maintenance fee for a Management Corporation, Magistrate Court
  Representing a client who lodged a complaint with the Advocate and Solicitors Disciplinary Board.
• Claim for vacant possession of premise and outstanding rental from tenant pursuant to breach of Tenancy Agreement, Session Court.
• Assisting clients with Customs licensing and internal audit requirements.

Reported Cases

• Ng Siew Yee dan satu lagi lwn Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara dan lain-lain [2026] MLRHU 1040 (High Court)
• Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara & Ors v Tan Jun Yan and another appeal [2026] MLJU 836 (Court of Appeal)
• Hari Krshnan a/l S K Puvaneswaran dan satu lagi lwn Ketua Pengarah Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara dan lain-lain [2026] MLJU 234 (High Court)
• Jon Chua Yul Chun & Anor v Director General of National Registration Department & Ors [2026] MLJU 734 (High Court)
• Saranya a/p Ramachandran v Sathiswaran Sachein a/l Sathasivam (Dhivya Subashini a/p Munusamy, party cited) [2025] MLJU 4853
• Ong Yew Teik v Yee Teck Fah (Beramal sebagai seorang peguambela & peguamcara di Yee Teck Fah & Co) [2025] MLJU 2795 (Court of Appeal)
• CKW & Anor v Ketua Pengarah Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara & Ors [2025] MLJU 2369 (High Court)
• Kenneth Loong Chet Ming & Anor v Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara & Ors [2024] MLJU 2247 (High Court)
• Sylvia Lyn Francis & Anor v Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara & Ors [2024] MLJU 3042 (High Court)
• Chan Weng Keat & Anor (Memohon bagi pihak sendiri dan sebagai wakil litigasi TCMY, seorang kanak-kanak) v Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara & Ors [2024] MLJU 3099 (High Court)
• Ambros a/l Francis George & Anor v Ketua Pengarah Pendaftaran Negara & Ors [2023] MLJU 2457 (High Court)
• Sarmiina Sdn Bhd v Gerry Ho & Ors [2023] 4 MLJ 870 (Federal Court)
• Five Sun Trading Sdn Bhd v Muhammad Sallehudin bin Ramli & Ors [2023] 8 MLJ 822 (High Court)
• Pusat Gerak Pamer Sdn Bhd lwn Yunda Express Sdn Bhd [2023] MLJU 1781 (High Court)
• Simplex Sdn Bhd & Ors v PP [2021] 4 CLJ 595 (Court of Appeal)
• Public Prosecutor v Lee Swee Chee [2020] MLJU 2630 (Magistrate Court)
• Muhammad Anwar bin Gulam Mohamad v Pendakwa Raya [2019] MLJU 1624 (High Court)

Reviews & Testimonials

• “We hired MahWengKwai & Associates to assist with our son’s citizenship in early 2024. From day one, their team was professional, responsive and deeply knowledgeable. Our lawyer, Ms Agalya and Ms Amanda Pon took their time to explain complex legal process and made sure we felt confident in every decision. The firm maintained regular communication. Ultimately, we reached a favourable settlement/outcome thanks to their strategic guidance. I would absolutely recommend Mah Weng Kwai law firm to anyone seeking effective and trustworthy legal counsel. We would say their service is very responsive & effective.” – Mr Wong & Mrs Woo
• “Thank you Agalya for having our consultation on matters regarding criminal law after office hours! Appreciate your answering of all enquiries one by one, it has been very helpful & insightful. Will definitely approach for your service again if the need arises!” – Danny
• “Agalya, I cannot thank you enough for the kindness, patience, and understanding you have shown me. During one of the most difficult times in my life, your support gave me the strength to carry on. I truly appreciate the care and compassion you’ve extended, and I will always be grateful for the guidance and encouragement you provided. Thank you.” – YCT
• “We are very pleased with the work that Agalya did on our behalf. She did an excellent job communicating with us and advocating for the right decisions to be made in court. We would recommend her and MahWengKwai and Associates to others.” – DJ
• “Ms Kirthika and Ms Jacinta has provided me with advice and different solutions to overcome the issues I am facing. I was very satisfied with the assistance they provided.” – DD
• “This Testimonial is my appreciation to Raymond Mah of MWKA for the excellent performances in handling the legal work assigned to Raymond. I am absolutely relaxed to have Raymond Mah as my Legal Adviser! Raymond Mah is a very honest & capable lawyer in the Legal Practice! I also like to thank his Legal Team especially Agalya who replied to my message late evening which was unexpected! Thank you all.” – Madam Ann Tan
• “MahWengKwai & Associates provided exceptional legal support in our case. Their expertise, professionalism, and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. Special thanks to Ms Agalya & Ms Mehgalaa for her invaluable assistance, including her prompt responses to the situations during the court process. We are extremely satisfied with their services and highly recommend them.” – Ms Hena, Aeon Delight (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
• “I really feel so grateful and thankful to Agalya and the team for their professionalism and dedication to advise me on some issues with the authorities. Her expertise and experience make me feel safer and calm 😅 I think I had made the right decision to seek professional advice from MahWengKwai & Associates. The team is well trained and knowledgeable. I would recommended Agalya to you if you are facing any issues with any government authority. She dedicated her time with willingness and sincerity to advise me tirelessly. Thanks to Agalya and looking forward to keep in touch with her👍🏻👍🏻” – Bella
• “I had a pleasure in meeting Agalya from MahWengKwai & Associates. I cannot express how grateful I am for her professionalism and patience in handling my case by meticulously addressing each issue in reference to my case. Besides the professional and sound advice that was given by Agalya appreciated her friendly and hospitable approach as a client.” – Lavenya
• “Extensive legal opinion provided by Ms Agalya & Ms Kirthika, both very professional and helpful!” – Ms Pick Kee
• “Would like to thank Ms. Agalya for her wonderful service throughout the process. She’s very helpful and patient in guiding us all the way. She also walks the extra mile for us and goes above and beyond to ensure we get our discussed outcome. She’s a brilliant lawyer with great knowledge. Would definitely come back to MWK because of her.Her colleagues Naveen and Jeremy were great as well. They were knowledgeable and had a great grasp of their field. We felt confident in their handling of our case and believed in them to represent us. Naveen was warm and bubbly – and had a really good ability to build rapport with clients and ease our anxiety.Overall a great experience. Thanks team!” – Jasmine, Inspiros International School