Division of matrimonial property in Malaysia: the legal historical perspective

• Main Authors: Ibrahim, Norliah, Abdul Hak, Nora
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Jabatan Sejarah, Universiti Malaya 2007
• Subjects: K Law (General); KPG Malaysia
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/6481/1/Division_of_Matrimonial_Property_in_Malaysia.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/6481/

Matrimonial property under the Malaysian family law refers to the property that is jointly acquired by husband and wife during the marriage. Under the present law, in dividing the matrimonial property upon divorce, the court will look at the parties’ contribution either through direct or indirect co...