The determination of costs is an important matter for both the lawyer and the client. The Law of Costs in Civil Proceedings is the only book in Malaysia to comprehensively consider this subject in detail. It is written by an experienced court lawyer who is also a prolific writer. Clear analysis of the law provides great value in the book. There are also regular references to relevant statutory provisions and copious citations of cases from various jurisdictions, including Malaysia, England, Singapore and Australia. The wealth of information available will undoubtedly make this book one not to be missed.
NEW IN THIS EDITION:
Updated to cover the provisions of the Rules of Court 2012
Considers new casses which discuss the application of the new court rules
Discusses the new bases of assessment introduced by the Rules of Court 2012
Provides guidance from cases on the exercise of judge’s discretion in awarding costs
Extensive reference to cases from Singapore, the UK and Australia which have introduced similar changes in court rules
New chapter on costs for proceedings before the Special Commissioners of Income Tax
This Malaysian Court Practice, Appellate Courts showcases updates to the Courts of Judicature Act 1964 (Act 91), Commissioners for Oaths Rules 2018 and the Rules of the Federal Court 1995, with latest updates to the current practice by the courts. Dato’ Seri Hishamudin has reviewed this book in its entirety and provided valuable updates such as further discussion on the exercise of the Prime Minister’s power under Article 122B of the Constitution against the Judicial Appointments Commission Act 2009 (Act 695) on appointments of judges to the superior courts (including the appointment of the Chief Justice of the Federal Court, the President of the Court of Appeal and the Chief Judges of the High Courts); limitation of Syariah courts; whether it is constitutional and legally competent to appoint a High Court judge to form a valid panel of the Federal Court.
Table of contents
Division I - Courts of Judicature Act 1964 (Act 91)
Division II - Rules of the Federal Court 1995
Division III - Rules of the Court of Appeal 1994
Division IV - Rules of the Special Court
Division V - Commissioners for Oaths Rules 1993
Division VI - Practice Directions
Cook on Costs remains the leading specialist commentary dealing with all costs developments in recent years. This new edition comprehensively assesses and advises on the results of those changes, incorporating commentary on how the courts are implementing the new costs and costs-related provisions.
Author: Dato’ R K Nandy
ISBN: 9789671756362
Published: November 2023
Country: Malaysia
Format: Hardback
“This book aims to provide valuable insights and practical guidance, making it an indispensable resource for legal professionals at various stages of their careers”.