ABOUT US

Xavier & Koh Partnership, known as XK Law, stands as a dynamic law firm strategically situated in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

We firmly believe that individuals and businesses play a crucial role in shaping a more orderly world. The law, serving as the foundation, provides the essential framework for creating such a world. At XK Law, our commitment is to make the law accessible and apply it pragmatically, ensuring that individuals and businesses can thrive without excessive financial burden. We approach our work with boldness and decisiveness, addressing our clients’ needs with both tenacity and a keen eye for amicable resolutions.

Our mission is to surpass the expectations of our clients. We are dedicated to aligning with their unique needs and understanding what holds significance to them.

In our pursuit of excellence, we not only embrace challenges but also actively seek amicable solutions whenever possible. While we are prepared to engage in legal battles on behalf of our clients, we remain vigilant for opportunities to resolve matters through peaceful means.

At XK Law, we thrive on turning barriers into opportunities. Our diverse clientele encompasses individuals and corporations from various sectors, including property development, financial institutions, government-linked companies, local authorities, manufacturing, information technology, food & beverage, construction, retail, and startups, among others.

XL Law honoured with the prestigious Asia Business Outlook Top 10
Most Promising Corporate Legal Consultants from Malaysia 2023 Award

OUR CORE VALUES

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HONESTY
Foundational. Honesty is the bedrock of our firm, shaping our thoughts, conduct, decisions, and dealings. We stand unapologetically for honesty, even when faced with its challenges. We firmly believe that honesty paves the way for solid, enduring, and trust-centered relationships with our clients, team members, and society at large. It is not just a principle we adhere to; it is a precursor to building lasting connections. We insist on it.

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RESPECT
At the core of this value is our unwavering acknowledgment that every individual is precious, endowed with inherent dignity, irrespective of their station or status in life. Upholding respect for people, both within and outside the firm, is paramount to us. We demand the maintenance of respect even in moments of disagreement. While challenging, we strive diligently to uphold this principle, recognizing the importance of preserving the dignity of every person.

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EXCELLENCE
We are dedicated to providing our clients with high-quality advice, representation, and drafting. Thoroughness defines our approach, leaving no detail overlooked. Regularly updating ourselves on the latest legal developments is routine, ensuring our advice is informed and current. Our extensive experience in handling complex and highly contentious matters over the years has further enhanced our competence, of which we take great pride.

PRACTICE AREAS

LAWYERS

Commencing his legal practice in one of the oldest and established firms in the country, Messrs Chooi & Company, XAVIER has established himself as a versatile legal professional. His expertise spans both civil and criminal litigation, catering to a diverse clientele comprising individuals and corporate entities, both local and foreign. Xavier is a trusted advisor for foreign law firms without a presence in Malaysia, seeking his expertise.

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Kenneth Koh Zhong Wey

Founding Partner & Managing Partner
Known for his clarity of expression and strong communication skills—sharpened through years of success in debates and moots—KENNETH began his legal journey at one of Malaysia’s oldest and most established firms, Messrs Chooi & Co. He later joined Messrs Nadzarin Kuok Puthucheary & Tan as a Partner before co-founding XK Law.

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WEI YING, a distinguished alumna, graduated with First Class Honours from Cardiff University, United Kingdom. She was called to the Bar of England and Wales at Middle Temple in 2018 and subsequently admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2019, following a comprehensive nine-month pupillage at a leading law firm in Malaysia.

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AFIQ pursued his legal studies at MARA Technological University and was officially called to the Malaysian Bar in January 2022. During his pupillage, he gained diverse experience across various levels of the Malaysian court system, laying a strong foundation for his entry into the legal profession with notable ambition. Currently in his second year as a legal associate, Afiq is a dedicated professional assisting the partners of the firm.

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SAHAIN is an alum of National University of Malaysia, where he successfully completed his legal education. Under the mentorship of Joachim Xavier, he underwent pupillage before earning an admission as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2022.

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JIA VIN’s journey into law began with a love for problem-solving – the kind that combines logic, language and practical thinking. That curiosity led her through moot courts, internships and pupillage, each step strengthens her passion for turning complex legal issues into actionable solutions.

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NICOLLE holds a law degree from Cardiff University and obtained her Certificate in Legal Practice in 2023. During her studies, she gained valuable practical experience working as a legal intern and later as a paralegal, where she contributed to cases across multiple practice areas as well as disciplinary proceedings against lawyers.

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NIVETHA read law at the Advance Tertiary College and graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree from University of London. She was called to the Malaysian Bar in January 2023.

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SANDRA graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of London, before completing the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP). She was admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in November 2023.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

This Is Why We Do What We Do

Seeing our clients happy with our services motives us a great deal. But don’t take our word for it. We know we have made a difference when our clients care enough to tell us about what we did right. So, read on and if you feel the same or better, do tell us too!

Client’s Best Interest

We are very impressed by Xavier, Kenneth & the team for their exceptional professionalism with our litigation. Things were explained clearly from the different legal options available, the risks/benefits of each option. They know what they are doing and would walk the extra mile. We are very thankful that we were able to work with a team that care for us on a personal level instead of handling it as "just another case". We would recommend anyone of the lawyers in this firm. They never failed to look out for our best interests and have our backs throughout our journey.

– Tan Lay Chong, Propstar Realty, Sole Proprietor
Public Interest Litigation

Xavier is a lawyer full of integrity and honesty, He is very thorough in managing a case and that is very reassuring. I highly recommend engaging him!

– Andy Toh, Founder of Worldwide Emergency Services Sdn. Bhd.
Very professional and responsive.

Kenneth is amazing in being very professional and responsive. He was available to answer any questions I had at any point of time. Most importantly, he was able to understand our cases quickly and provide best advice. He did very well in court hearings too. Highly recommended!

– Dura Diyana, Puspakom Legal Services Department
Integrity, engaging and empathetic.

Our experiences with Kenneth Koh could be described in three words - integrity, engaging and empathetic. Although these words wouldn't be anywhere near close to describing what he means to our organisation, from his dedication to go the distance to his handling of our cases with utmost care and professionalism. We admire his dedication in and especially his interaction with us as not just a case but engaging with us on a personal level with empathy. We sincerely recommend most people who are seeking legal assistance to consider his counsel.

– L Vince Sdn Bhd
Ethical, honest and knowledgeable.

Joachim Xavier has been assisting me over the years, including my personal and corporate legal issues. He has always been there when I needed him. He is an ethical, honest and knowledgeable lawyer. I highly recommend him to assist with you with any legal issues you or your company may have.

– Adrian Ung, Group Commercial Director of Green Growers Sdn. Bhd.
Professional, diligent and efficient.

PROFESSIONAL, DILIGENT and EFFICIENT. These are some of the words that come to mind when I think of Joachim Xavier. Mere words alone does not do justice to the wonderful experience I’ve had with him personal legal advisor as well as attorney for my organization. His incredible professionalism and competence provided me with confidence that he’s got my back, and there’s absolutely nothing to worry about! His friendly and approachable demeanour compliments his services. I’m always grateful for our association and most importantly, our friendship.

– Captain Mahendran, Pilot at Air Asia Bhd
Compassion and patience.

Thank you to Kenneth and his efficient team for always providing the best service. Not only did he and his team respond quickly to us, but they also demonstrate compassion and patience in understanding and catering the needs of the company. These qualities really make Kenneth and his team stood out from the rest, and with reasonable legal fees to boot. Overall, a very pleasant experience to be working with them, highly recommended.

– Shahreena, Senior Legal Advisor
Meticulous and has high standards of work ethics.

Joachim Xavier is our go-to lawyer for dispute resolution. He is very knowledgeable in law but more importantly, he is practical and strategic thinking. He is meticulous and has high standards of work ethics.

– Carmen Tan, Group Legal Counsel of an MNC
Handled my case with utmost professionalism and he is trustworthy.

I have personally known Joachim Xavier as a friend for more than 10 years had the privilege to engage him as my attorney in a personal matter. Xavier handled my case with utmost professionalism, and he is trustworthy in all aspects of work and life. He is intelligent, diligent and thorough in his work.

– Teena Lee
Very good listeners and has been very attentive to every detail.

My fellow directors are very grateful to Xavier for his guidance as well as his patience in explaining the details of our legal matter. He is a very good listener and has been very attentive to every detail of the legal process. He understood our needs and explained the technicalities in such a clear and concise manner. His is thorough in his research and he conveys his strategies well including his delivery in court. I wish to thank you him for his guidance and counsel.

– Fui K. Soong, Director at CENSE Media and CEO of Centre for Strategic Engagement Sdn. Bhd.
High professionalism and very detail oriented.

Mr Xavier comes highly recommended, without a doubt. He represented me in a civil case. Even from the very beginning he displayed high professionalism and was very detailed oriented. Since I was living abroad and there were documents that I had to affirm at the embassy, I recall that Mr. Xavier had made sure that all was in order and guided me and the embassy officer through the whole process. The embassy officer commented that she had not seen such exceptional service by an attorney and that I was in good hands. I succeeded in my case after 2 years of commitment and dedication by Mr Xavier and his team.

– Catherine
Full of integrity and honesty.

Joachim Xavier is a lawyer full of integrity and honesty, He is very thorough in managing a case and that is very reassuring. I highly recommend engaging him!

– Andy Toh, Founder of Worldwide Emergency Services Sdn. Bhd.

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