Our People

Nuralieya graduated with an LL.B. (Hons.) (Second Class Upper) from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) in 2025.

Prior to commencing pupillage, she completed a one-month internship at this firm in August 2025 which served as preparation for her pupillage. In addition, she also undertook a three-months internship at Messrs Natasha & Co., under the guidance of a Senior Associate Mr. Zulhilmi with prior experience working under Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr.) Mohamed Shafee bin Mohamed Abdullah. During this tenure, she was placed in the civil litigation department and was actively involved in medical negligence claims, insolvency matters, and construction disputes. She gained substantial hands-on experience in drafting cause papers, written submissions, third-party notices, committal proceedings, as well as conducting legal research and handling discovery proceedings.

Throughout her years in IIUM, Nuralieya was an active participant in mooting and academic writing. She was the 1st Runner-Up of the AIKOL Advocacy Competition (2023), where she also won awards for Best Written Submission and Best Oralist in multiple rounds. She served as a Moot Problem Drafter for the AIKOL Advocacy Competition (2024), and an Associate Editor for Law Majalla IIUM. She is also a published co-author of the article “The Legality of Cryptocurrency from an Islamic Perspective” in Law Majalla (2022, Vol. 9, ISSN: 0128-5491).

Her leadership and community spirit are reflected in her role as Head of Committee for the Upcycling Project (2022–2023), which earned the Gold Award and sponsorship from SIME DARBY. She has also participated in various workshops, industrial visits, and public discourse events related to law, integrity, and anti-corruption.

She has a strong passion for corporate law and competition law, which she aspires to pursue in her legal career. Her Master is our Partner, Suhara Mohamad Sidik.

Melvyn Quek Ter Mi graduated with First-Class Honours in Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Universiti Malaya, where he also received the University Book Prize. While diligently taking notes in lectures and tutorials, he balanced his student life with meaningful experiences beyond the classroom that challenged him to think critically about the law beyond its black-letter form.

He has broadened his perspective by viewing the law from multiple angles through internships at law firms, the Parliament of Malaysia, the Attorney General’s Chambers, the High Court, and the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. He also served as a Legal Researcher in the Legal Affairs Division (BHEUU), Prime Minister’s Department, working on crucial legal reforms concerning online safety. At the same time, his previous role as a Student Adviser at the Legal Aid Clinic gave him firsthand experience in working directly with clients and strengthen his skills in developing effective legal solutions while making the best use of available resources.

With a proactive mindset and a strong interest in the dynamic field of Corporate Law and the constantly evolving field of Technology, Media & Telecommunications Law, Melvyn looks forward to building his professional journey with the firm.

His Master is our Senior Partner, Dato’ Azmi Mohd Ali.

Shukrul Khair graduated from the University of Malaya with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) (Second Class Upper) in 2022 and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in May 2023.

He undertook an internship with PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) as a legal intern under Group Legal, where he gained experience in the Legal Gas & Power and Legal Green & New Energy (G&NE) divisions. Shukrul subsequently joined Messrs. Kadir, Andri & Partners, where he completed his pupillage and later served as a Legal Associate in the firm’s Corporate and Real Estate Practice Group.

During his university years, Shukrul was actively involved in student leadership and advocacy. He held senior leadership roles such as General Secretary & Head of Secretariat of the University of Malaya Students’ Union (UMSU) and Speaker of the UM Student Parliament in 2022, in addition to representing the university in national and international debate competitions under Majlis Orator Universiti Malaya (MORUM).

Outside of his legal career, Shukrul serves as Deputy Executive Director & Legal Advisor of SERIKAT Rakyat Malaysia, a youth-driven organisation dedicated to public policy reform and civic empowerment. In this role, he provides legal guidance on SERIKAT’s advocacy initiatives, reviews policy papers and publications for regulatory compliance, and supports strategic planning to advance the organisation’s mission of championing citizens’ rights and youth participation in governance.

He joined Azmi & Associates in October 2025 and is currently part of the Senior Partner’s Office under the supervision of our Senior Partner, Dato’ Azmi Mohd Ali.

Farah Hana graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Universiti Malaya with Second Class Upper in August 2025.

She has gained experience in both in-house and law firm settings through internships, where she assisted in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, as well as conducting legal research and supporting case preparation.

During her time at university, she was actively involved in student bodies, serving as Managing Editor of the University of Malaya Law Review and Academics Officer of the University of Malaya Law Society.

Farah has a passion for Corporate and Banking & Finance law. Her Master is our Partner, Melinda Marie D’Angelus.

Nur Qistina graduated from the International Islamic University Malaysia with an LL.B (First Class Honours) in 2025.

Previously, she has undergone an internship with Jabatan Bantuan Guaman WPKL back in July 2024, in which she was involved in drafting pleadings involving divorce cases for non-Muslim, preparing tribunal exemptions cause papers and had the opportunity to observe advisory sessions firsthand.

During her time in law school, she also actively held various leadership positions in IIUM, serving as the Secretary General for Law Student Society (2023) and Vice President for Mahallah Sumayyah (2022). She was also an active student who participated in various voluntary and humanitarian programs, such as being a student volunteer of Project Bumi Volunteers (EcoKnights in collaboration with US Embassy, IIUM, USIM) and assisting the Pesantren’s students in Aceh in collaboration with Global Peace Malaysia (GPM), Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak Anak Basri (KAB) and Dana Kita.  Furthermore, she also had an experience in being a committee member for LAWASIA Competition (2023), AIKOL Advocacy Competition (2023) and Pertandingan Penghujahan Mahkamah Peringkat Kebangsaan (2024). She also had an experience in a mooting competition, achieving 2nd Runner-Up and Best Memorial Award at the ILSA Unisza Moot Court Competition 2024.

She has a strong interest in both the Litigation and the Corporation areas. Her Master is our Partner, Norazlianaliza Supar.

Lee Li Lian graduated from the University of Malaya with a Second Class (Upper Division) LL.B (Hons) in 2025.

During her studies, she developed a strong interest in litigation, where she also had the privilege of receiving advocacy training under the supervision of YA Puan Shahriza Zalina, currently a Judge of the High Court. She has interned with two prominent Malaysian law firms: Messrs Shafee & Co. and Azmi & Associates where she gained wide exposure to both litigation and corporate practice.

At Shafee & Co., Li Lian was under the guidance of Tan Sri Dr. Muhammad Shafee Abdullah and senior litigation lawyer Sarah Abishegam to assist in several litigation cases. She assisted in the preparation of written submissions for the 1MDB case, one of Malaysia’s most high-profile financial trials. She was also involved in legal research relating to drug trafficking and murder cases, which provided her with deeper understanding of criminal litigation strategies and procedures. On the practical side, she worked on drafting legal opinions, preparing case summaries and analysing evidence, as well as assisting lawyers in document review and drafting, which sharpened her legal writing and analytical skills.

At Azmi & Associates, she trained under Mr. Philip Teoh, a partner of the firm, and took part in several cross-border maritime, insurance and international trade disputes, covering both arbitration and litigation. She conducted extensive legal research and also attended online trial proceedings involving cross-border issues, gaining hands-on exposure to international dispute resolution. In addition, she worked on research relating to real estate and capital & debt market matters, reflecting her versatility across different practice areas.

Li Lian is fluent in English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, Cantonese and Hokkien, which enables her to work effectively with clients from diverse cultural and jurisdictional backgrounds. Through her internships, she has demonstrated strong potential in handling complex cases and an international outlook. She aims to further develop her career in international trade and shipping law, while continuing to grow as a well-rounded legal practitioner with both breadth and depth. Her Master is our Partner, Philip Teoh.

Amsyar Akif completed the Barrister Training Course (BTC) and earned a Master of Laws (LLM) from BPP University Leeds in February 2025.

He was called to the Bar of England and Wales (Inner Temple) on 22 March 2025. Additionally, he graduated from the University of Leeds with an LL.B (Hons) in 2023.

He worked part-time at Asda in the UK, developing strong customer service skills, managing high-pressure situations, and resolving queries effectively. This role enhanced his interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and organisation. He has participated in a marshalling programme at Bradford County and Family Court through the Inner Temple marshalling scheme, observing judicial processes, shadowing a District Judge in civil and family proceedings, and taking part in post-hearing discussions. This experience strengthened his legal analysis, critical thinking, and understanding of judicial diversity as he shadowed five different judges.

He was an engaged student who participated in events organised by the Inner Temple. He attended various qualifying sessions to earn the necessary points for Call to the Bar, including advocacy training workshops led by experienced barristers and judges, seminars on ethics and professional conduct, lectures on current legal issues, and skills workshops on legal research, drafting, and client interviewing.

He was a dedicated Public Relations and Publicity Officer at INTI Law, where he enjoyed handling social media marketing and sharing exciting events and initiatives to connect with more people. Since high school, he’s been an active student, taking part in rugby, football, and badminton. He proudly represented the University of Leeds in British Universities and Colleges Sport in badminton and earned a very respectable ranking.

He has a passion for corporate and commercial law. His Master is our Senior Partner, Dato’ Azmi Mohd Ali.

Alyaa Amirah graduated from Universiti Malaya with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) in 2025.

She has undergone internships with Messrs Arifin & Partners and Messrs Rahman Rohaida, where she gained hands-on experience in legal research, drafting court documents, preparing case materials, accompanying lawyers to court, and preparing court transcripts. Her exposure covered primarily litigation matters, with some involvement in banking and finance work.

An active and accomplished student, she reached the semi-finals of the International Islamic Banking and Finance Arbitration Moot Court Competition (IBFAC) and served as Vice Director of the International Humanitarian Mission Indonesia 1.0, a large-scale cross-border humanitarian project under Universiti Malaya. She has also held key roles in faculty and university programmes, reflecting her strong leadership and organisational skills.

She has a strong interest in the corporate as well as banking and finance fields. Her Master is our Managing Partner, Ahmad Lutfi Abdull Mutalip.