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1 Advocates & Solicitors Syarie Counsel Registered Trade Mark Agent Company Secretarial Corporate Advisory Notary Public Head Office The Firm s head office is situated in Diamond Square Commercial Centre, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur: Our other contact details are as follows: Address : Ram Reza & Muhammad Advocates & Solicitors Suite 1-6-1, Jalan 3/50, Diamond Square Commercial Centre, Off Jalan Gombak, Kuala Lumpur Website : Telephone No s : : Fax No. : rrm@rrmlawyers.com.my Branch The Petaling Jaya branch has the contact details as follows: Address : Ram Reza & Muhammad Advocates & Solicitors No.B-1-20, Block B, Jalan PJU 1/43, Aman Suria Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Telephone No s : : Fax No. : amansuria@rrmlawyers.com.my The PJ Branch is supervised by two permanent resident lawyers: In total, the firm has more than twenty two (22) personals servicing various capacities including part-timers.

Fast expanding and dynamic, the firm commenced its legal practice on 1 st September, 1998. It has now been our pride that the firm is in association with several established institutions.

2 Fast expanding and dynamic, the firm commenced its legal practice on 1 st September, It has now been our pride that the firm is in association with several established institutions. Founded by Encik Nor Hisham Haji Muhammad and several partners, the firm now has five partners in charge of their own fields. Encik Ahmad Badri is our partner in charge primarily in Syarie Matters. Our Ms. Noraiha Norasid is the principle Litigation Partner. Miss Noraida Hassan is the partner heading the Conveyancing Department wherelse Mr Muhammad Danish handles Litigation and Corporate matters. Working alongside the partners is a team of competent and outstanding personals which comprise four (4) professional lawyers and eighteen (18) support staffs.

Notwithstanding the firm s wide range of familiarity in handling legal matters, the Firm s practice is particularly concentrated in the areas of

This is evident in the following cases: Wholly Owned Subsidiary of TELEKOM MALAYSIA BHD Member of KLSE (Securities / Stock broking Company) Area :

for the supply, testing and commissioning of certain hardware and software platforms for mobile commerce project to enable banking through mobile

Area : Corporate / Commercial Nature : Share Purchase Agreement involving disposal of entire holding in the company involving the share purchase

Internet Service Provider (ISP) Bumiputera Commerce Bank Berhad Area : Information Communication Technology (ICT) Nature : Agreement for joint

Area : Corporate Banking Facility : Performance Bond, Design Guarantee, Overdraft and Multi-Option Line (MOL) comprising Letter of Credit (LC),

3 Notwithstanding the firm s wide range of familiarity in handling legal matters, the Firm s practice is particularly concentrated in the areas of Corporate/Commercial, Banking, Intellectual Property, and Information & Communications Technology. This is evident in the following cases: Wholly Owned Subsidiary of TELEKOM MALAYSIA BHD Member of KLSE (Securities / Stock broking Company) Area : Information Communication Technology (ICT) Nature : Preparing collaborative agreement between cellular service provider and various other parties for the supply, testing and commissioning of certain hardware and software platforms for mobile commerce project to enable banking through mobile phones. Area : Corporate / Commercial Nature : Share Purchase Agreement involving disposal of entire holding in the company involving the share purchase price of NTA plus premium of Ringgit Malaysia Seventeen Million Only (RM 17,000,000.00) Only. Internet Service Provider (ISP) Bumiputera Commerce Bank Berhad Area : Information Communication Technology (ICT) Nature : Agreement for joint effort in promoting products involving total consideration of Ringgit Malaysia One Million only (RM 1,000,000.00). Area : Corporate Banking Facility : Performance Bond, Design Guarantee, Overdraft and Multi-Option Line (MOL) comprising Letter of Credit (LC), Short Term Advance (STA), Letter of Guarantee (LG) amounting to Ringgit Malaysia One Hundred Fifteen Millions, Two Hundred Ninety Four Thousand (RM 115,294,000.00) Only. Entertainment Industry Wholly Owned Subsidiary of TELEKOM MALAYSIA BHD Area : Entertainment & Intellectual Property Area : Information Communication Technology (ICT) Nature : Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights. Preparing broadcasting agreement involving a television station. Preparing recording agreement. Preparing service level agreement. Nature : Preparing collaborative agreement for the supply, testing and commissioning of certain hardware and software platforms for smart building project to enable collection of data population services.

4 Public Listed Company State Government Owned Corporation MSC s Status Company State Owned Corporation Wholly Owned Subsidiary of TELEKOM MALAYSIA BHD

INTERNATIONAL AND CROSS BORDER The firm has made rapid expansion and inroads in handling international matters and the firm s International Division has gained considerable reputation primarily due

5 INTERNATIONAL AND CROSS BORDER The firm has made rapid expansion and inroads in handling international matters and the firm s International Division has gained considerable reputation primarily due to its expertise in Indonesian Laws and other laws within the region. The firm has a permanent professional legal personnel and 2 support staffs based in Jakarta to oversee the firm s operation in Indonesia. Our involvement in international and cross border transactions are as follows: Setting up of plantation companies in Indonesia for AZRB Procurement of licenses and permits for oil palm plantations Setting up of companies for mining projects in Indonesia Procurement of licenses and permits for mining projects in Indonesia Setting up of IT related companies in Indonesia Undertaking due diligence exercise, drafting joint venture agreements and related corporate advisory in setting up of companies in Indonesia Setting up of companies and corporate advisory relating to the entertainment industries in Indonesia Corporate advisory and drafting agreements for digital entertainment industry in Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore Drafting joint venture agreements for telecommunication industries in Bangladesh Corporate advisory for companies in Brunei (Mashhor Group of companies). Setting up off shore companies and corporate advisory in Labuan. Various legal matter in Singapore Joint Venture agreement for construction projects in India Various investment agreement for commercial projects in Philippines.

7 The Firm is currently on the panel of Solicitors of / handling legal matters for the following Institutions: Ahmad Zaki Resources Bhd (AZRB) and Group of Companies Permodalan Terengganu Berhad and Group of Companies Johor Corporation Group of Companies Tabung Haji Properties Sdn Bhd Taylor Nelson Sofres Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Frank Small Associates) Island & Peninsular Bhd (I & P) Pusat Rawatan Islam Sdn Bhd (PUSRAWI) Siti Nurhaliza Production (M) Sdn Bhd Pak Ngah Production Sdn Bhd Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) Multimedia Development Corporation Une Holding Sdn Bhd BSA Manufacturing Sdn Bhd B S Automotive Sdn Bhd D Aquarian (M) Sdn Bhd Teraju Mampan Sdn Bhd TELEKOM s group of companies Celcom (Malaysia) Berhad MSC Trusgate Sdn Bhd MDC Berhad SIRIM Bhd Pembinaan BLT Sdn Bhd Malaysian Technology Corporation Berhad Bumiputera Commerce Bank (M) Bhd Bumiputera Commerce Factoring Bhd MAYBANK Group of Companies Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad Bank Muamalat (M) Bhd Am Bank Berhad Am Finance Berhad Alliance Finance Bhd Malaysian Building Society Berhad AEON Credit Sdn Bhd Kompas Bina Sdn Bhd Asa Techno Sdn Bhd DKL Raya Sdn Bhd

10 Encik Hisham holds a L.L.B (Hons) degree from Sheffield, England and a L.L.M with Merit (Masters in Law Corporate and Commercial Law) degree from the prestigious University College London (UCL), London, England. He is a barrister at law of the Honorable Society of Gray s Inn, London, England and was called to the same bar in Hisham who is the Managing Partner of the Firm primarily handles Corporate matters for the Firm particularly in cross border acquisitions, agreements and transactions for the Corporate/Commercial, Intellectual Property, Information & Communication Technology and Plantations industry. Encik Hisham innovation has led to the creation of various legal instruments which is turn had led to the solving of intricate matters for leading corporate institutions. Encik Hisham has vast professional experience in handling, among other things, Corporate & Commercial Litigation, which includes Banking, Security Industries, Security Enforcement, Factoring Financing, Building Contract, Insolvency/Bankruptcy and Hire-Purchase/Leasing. He is also experienced in appeals to the appellate Courts. Specific Experience Encik Hisham, handles various portfolios and is directly in charge of, inter alia, the following clients: Corporate Clients Nor Hisham Haji Muhammad hisham@rrmlawyers.com.my a) MSC Trusgate Sdn Bhd - Corporate Litigation b) Studio Legalle Scarpa & Saima Avandero SpA (Italy)- Corporate Litigation c) Siti Nurhaliza Production (M) Sdn Bhd Handling of corporate matters Enforcement Intellectual Property/Copyright Law Entertainment Agreement d) Telekom Malaysia group of companies - Preparing various agreements including service level, supply, license, maintenance and technology agreements e) Ahmad Zaki Resources Berhad group of companies - Handling of corporate matters and cross border acquisitions. f) Kvaener Petrominco Sdn Bhd - Rendering legal advice pertaining to contract used in Oil & Gas industry g) Malaysia Technology Development Board -Corporate litigation h) Pegasus Corporate Matters i) Hopetech - Cross Border corporate matters j) Felda and its Subsidiaris k) Apex Communications Sdn Bhd l) Zikay Group

Ahmad Badri B. Idris bad@rrmlawyers.com.my Encik Badri was called to the Malaysia Bar in 1997.

11 Ahmad Badri B. Idris Encik Badri was called to the Malaysia Bar in He joined the Firm on 1 June, 2002 as a Syariah Lawyer and in recognition to his majestic performance in Syariah/Syarie matters, the firm promoted Encik Badri to become a partner in charge primarily on Syariah matters. It has been our pride that Encik Badri can now render his expertise in the Islamic Banking and other Islamic Negotiable Instrument to our clients apart from the other conventional syariah family matters. Noraiha Bt. Norasid - (Miss) raiha@rrmlawyers.com.my Miss Noraiha graduated with L.L.B (Hons) from University of Malaya and was called to the Malaysian Bar after completing her successful pupilage in April, Miss Raiha, as her colleague fondly addresses her to, leads the Litigation Department and is in charge primarily on Banking Litigation. She is entirely at ease with Foreclosure and Bankruptcy matters and has contributed hugely to the success of the Litigation Department. Raiha has no demur arguing intricate issues of laws in open court and is highly regarded by her contemporaries. Miss Raiha s dedication to the Client s cause had been recognized by the firm when she was made a partner on July, 2002.

12 Noraida Bt. Hassan - (Miss) aida@rrmlawyers.com.my Noraida Bt. Hassan graduated with an upper second class L.L.B (Hons) from the National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia). She was called to the Malaysian Bar in March, She currently heads the Conveyancing department of the Firm. In addition to the usual conveyancing matters, the other areas of practice where she thrives is in Islamic Financing. Miss Aida s vision and analytical approach has led to the expansion of the Conveyancing and Corporate Loans department and is now a mainstay of the firm. Miss Aida was elevated as a partner on 1 st January, Muhammad Danish Manoharan danish@rrmlawyers.com.my Mr Danish graduated with L.L.B (Hons) from the University of Sheffield, England and was called to the English bar in year He is a member of the Honorable Society of Lincoln s Inn, London and was subsequently called to the Malaysian Barin Mr Danish primarily handles diverse litigation matters which include construction disputes, corporate and commercial litigation, industrial and employment disputes and banking matters. Danish also manages a range of corporate portfolios within the oil and gas industry and government linked companies and some pro bono matters. Despite all these responsibilities, he often finds the time to do various charity works as part of his contribution the society. Mr Danish is undoubtedly a man who knows his trade and is highly dependable by the firm in delivering quality work for the clients.

Ismail Bin Mohamed Arifin ismail@rrmlawyers.com.my Encik Ismail holds an LL.

He was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1997.

and experience needed to be a respectable litigator.

13 Ismail Bin Mohamed Arifin Encik Ismail holds an LL.B Hons Degree and a Diploma of Syariah from the International Islamic University (Malaysia). He was called to the Malaysian Bar in With such strong passion of becoming Malaysia s renowned litigator, En Ismail has exposed himself to all kinds of complex litigation proceedings. His involvements in many legal proceedings of public listed companies have provided him with the invaluable knowledge and experience needed to be a respectable litigator. His meticulousness, strong analytical skills and sharp legal acumen have won him great respect and confidence from his clients. En Ismail is currently focusing on Construction Dispute matters and has obtained a Certificate in the 15th Entry Level Course to bring him one step closer towards becoming an Arbitrator. Upon his completion, En Ismail will gain access to unlimited possibilities and knowledge in solving construction disputes.

Reen Rawaida Bt. Zuhdi (Miss) Lawyer (Corporate/Commercial) reen@rrmlawyers.com.my Ms Reen graduated with a 2nd Upper Class LL.B (Hons) Degree from the Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM).

Miss Reen is currently handling the Corporate & Commercial matters within the Corporate Department of the firm.

Ms Reen was recently entrusted by the firm to assist in the running of the firm s branch in Petaling Jaya. Wan Jasmira graduated from Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam with L.

14 Reen Rawaida Bt. Zuhdi (Miss) Lawyer (Corporate/Commercial) Ms Reen graduated with a 2nd Upper Class LL.B (Hons) Degree from the Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM). She was called to the Malaysian Bar in 2008 after completing her pupilage at a reputable legal firm in Kuala Lumpur. Miss Reen is currently handling the Corporate & Commercial matters within the Corporate Department of the firm. She is known by many to have a great deal of determination, commitment and dedication in her work. Ms Reen was recently entrusted by the firm to assist in the running of the firm s branch in Petaling Jaya. Wan Jasmira graduated from Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam with L.L.B (Hons) in year 2008 and Bachelor Legal Studies (Hons) in the year of Miss Mira completed her pupilage at Messrs Hisham, Sobri & Kadir and joined the firm in She is currently attached with the conveyancing department of the firm. Miss Mira handles, among other things, and Purchase Agreement, Loan documentation, various deeds, intricate land transactions and/or security documentation. She is known among her peers to be meticulous of which ensure conclusion of every transaction in the shortest possible time. Wan Jasmira Binti Wan Ibrahim- (Miss) Lawyer (Conveyancing) jasmira@rrmlawyers.com.my Miss Suriana completed her LLB (Hons) law degree at the International Islamic University in She joined Messrs Ram Reza & Muhammad in September 2008 as a pupil reading in the chamber of En. Nor Hisham Bin Hj Muhammad. Miss Suriana completed her pupilage on 2009 and was retained to be a part of Messrs Ram Reza & Muhammad as a Conveyancing Lawyer. She is now in charge of conveyancing matters specializing in Sale and Purchase Agreement, Loan Documentation, Auction Matter and any various matter related to the Properties. Her efficiency in delivery Conveyancing tasks has many times won clients remark. Suriana Ibrahim - (Miss) Lawyer (Conveyancing) suriana@rrmlawyers.com.my

Mohd Hamidullah bin Che Hassan graduated from the International Islamic University Malaysia with an LL.B (Hons.) in 2007 and LL.B Shariah (Hons.) in 2008.

Having a deep interest to strengthen his knowledge, he has been selected to participate in an intensive Islamic and Arabic Courses held by Maktab At Taawuni Wa Al-Jaliaat, Mecca, Saudi Arabia in May

He joined Messrs Ram Reza & Muhammad in December 2008 as a pupil reading in the chamber of En. Ahmad Badri Bin Idris.

15 Mohd Hamidullah bin Che Hassan graduated from the International Islamic University Malaysia with an LL.B (Hons.) in 2007 and LL.B Shariah (Hons.) in Encik Hamid holds Masters in Comparative Laws (MCL) from the same university. Having a deep interest to strengthen his knowledge, he has been selected to participate in an intensive Islamic and Arabic Courses held by Maktab At Taawuni Wa Al-Jaliaat, Mecca, Saudi Arabia in May to June In May to July 2007, En Hamid has participated in Islamic and Arabic Language Courses in University of Abu Nour, Damascus, Syria. He joined Messrs Ram Reza & Muhammad in December 2008 as a pupil reading in the chamber of En. Ahmad Badri Bin Idris. He was called to the Malaysian Bar on 23rd October 2009 at the High Court of Malaya in Kuala Lumpur. Thereupon En. Hamid officially became part of the Messrs Ram Reza & Muhammad as an associate and syarie counsel and is currently attached to the Shariah and Islamic Finance Department (RRM Shariah Advisory Sdn Bhd). Mohd Hamidullah Bin Che Hassan Lawyer (Syariah) hamid@rrmlawyers.com.my Miss Juriah was graduated from International Islamic University Malaysia with LL.B (Hons) in 2008 and was called to Malaysian Bar in January, Miss Juriah is currently heading the firm s Branch Litigation Department handling all kinds of litigation matters. Building a reputation towards a prominent litigator, she is known for her thorough representation of clients, as evidenced by her remarkable courtroom victories. She has represented clients in most phases of civil litigation in numerous banking, general and domestic disputes. Her courtroom skills and her determination to protect the client s interest have won her great respect and confidence from her client. Juriah Binti Robason (Miss) Lawyer (Litigation) juriah@rrmlawyers.com.my Miss Hanim graduated from Universiti Teknologi MARA with LL.B (Hons) in 2009 and primarily handles Banking and General Litigation matters for the firm. Miss Hanim is an assiduous litigator and is aggressive in pursuing client s rights in the court of law. Her creativity is the strength that has contributed positively to the firm. Zarina Hanim Ismail - (Miss) Lawyer (Litigation) hanim@rrmlawyers.com

Having both civil and syariah law degree, Encik Sabri contributed significantly to the firm s Shariah division (RRM Shariah Advisory Sdn Bhd).

16 Ismail Sabri bin Mohamad obtains both Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Bachelor of Shariah Laws (LLB S) from International Islamic University. He also holds Masters in Comparative Laws (MCL) from the same university. Having both civil and syariah law degree, Encik Sabri contributed significantly to the firm s Shariah division (RRM Shariah Advisory Sdn Bhd). During his study at IIUM, he also has been participating in various courses at international level, such as Intensive Islamic and Arabic Courses held by Maktab At Taawuni Wa Al-Jaliaat, Mecca, Saudi Arabia in 2005, Islamic and Arabic Language Courses in University of Abu Nour, Damascus, Syria in May to July 2006,2007 and Encik Sabri s subjects during degree and masters levels are Banking and Negotiable Instrument, Islamic Banking and Takaful, Islamic Jurisprudence ( Usul Fiqh ), and Islamic Law of Transaction. Thus, it is not a coincidence that he now advises the firm on Islamic Banking, Financing and Instruments matters. Ismail Sabri Bin Mohamad Lawyer (Syariah) sabri@rrmlawyers.com.my Mohamad Hafizuddin Bin Keshim graduated from International Islamic University with Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Honours in He chambered in this firm under the supervision of the Managing Partner, Nor Hisham Hj Muhammad. He was admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of High Court of Malaya on May He is currently an associate in the Corporate/ Corporate Litigation Department covering various fields including Privatization, Mergers & Acquisition, Foreign Investment Law and Maritime Law. Mohamad Hafizuddin Bin Keshim Lawyer (Corporate/Commercial) hafizuddin@rrmlawyers.com.my

Mr. Widyantoro or fondly known as Wiwid, obtained his Bachelor of law degree( Sarjana Hukum )from the University of Indonesia in 2006.

Mr Wiwid joined Ram Reza & Muhammad in 2007 and he is currently handling all legal matters at PT RRM International in Jakarta,Indonesia,the international branch of Ram Reza & Muhammad.

my Miss Nur Sakina Yahya or fondly known as Nina is a graduated from Trisakti University, Indonesia and obtained her Bachelor of Law degree in 2010 with predicate of cum laude.

17 Mr. Widyantoro or fondly known as Wiwid, obtained his Bachelor of law degree( Sarjana Hukum )from the University of Indonesia in He majors in Business Law and has vast knowledge of the Indonesian laws and regulations. Mr Wiwid joined Ram Reza & Muhammad in 2007 and he is currently handling all legal matters at PT RRM International in Jakarta,Indonesia,the international branch of Ram Reza & Muhammad. Widyantoro (Mr), SH (Jakarta Representative s Office Senior Resident Lawyer) wiweed@rrmlawyers.com.my Miss Nur Sakina Yahya or fondly known as Nina is a graduated from Trisakti University, Indonesia and obtained her Bachelor of Law degree in 2010 with predicate of cum laude. She has knowledge of the Business and Industry Law. She joined PT. RRM International in 2011 as a Junior Lawyer. She is currently handling corporate matters specializing in foreign investment law, export import and immigration matters for expatriate in Indonesia. Nur Sakina Yahya, SH (Jakarta Representative s Office Junior Resident Lawyer) neena@rrmlawyers.com.my Panji Ksatriyawisesa S.H. graduated from The Faculty of Law of Trisakti University in 2010, majoring Business and Industrial Law. He joined RRM International in 2011 as a Junior Resident Lawyer. He is currently handling corporate matters specializing in foreign investment, Export Import, Indonesian Land Titles, Joint Ventures and Corporate Advisory. Panji Ksatriyawisesa, SH (Jakarta Representattive s Office Junior Resident Lawyes) panji@rrmlawyers.com.my

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