1. ADVOCATE & SOLICITOR
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rizalyaakub@gmail.com / 017 377 8511
12. Jalan Desa Kemuning 2, Taman Desa Kemuning, Seksyen 35, 40460, Shah Alam, Selangor.
R I Z A L Y A A K U B
A young enthusiastic law practitioner who is keen to expand his
practice avenues. A litigator who willingly works within the constraints
of system to achieve the ultimate goal. Believes in organization and
smart solutions.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
NAME IDENTIFICATION CARD AGE ENROLLED TO THE BAR
Mohd Rizal Yaakub 890623-43-5113 26 years old 10th February 2014
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF LAWS L.LB (HONS)
Universiti Teknologi Mara
2008 - 2012
BACHELOR OF LEGAL STUDIES (HONS)
Universiti Teknologi Mara
2012 - 2013
ACHIEVEMENT & EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
 Closely involved in current firm’s rebranding project.
 An avid runner and has participated in series of running competition all around Malaysia.
Ran and completed 42.192 KM Full Marathon.
PROFILE

2. ADVOCATE & SOLICITOR
___________________
rizalyaakub@gmail.com / 017 377 8511
12. Jalan Desa Kemuning 2, Taman Desa Kemuning, Seksyen 35, 40460, Shah Alam, Selangor.
R I Z A L Y A A K U B
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Messrs Alvin John & Partners
2014 – present
 Responsible in handling general litigation
portfolios. Primarily entrusted to assist the
firm in handling cases involving
electricity/energy law (i.e meter tampering,
claim for damaged assets, breach of
contract, trespass to land, debt collection)
 Involved in negotiating, prosecuting and
defending a variety of commercial matters
including contract matters, commercial
disputes, construction law issues, land
issues, negligence & fraud, from initial
retainer through to appeal.
 Vast exposure in drafting pleadings,
documentation for applications, pre-trial
preparation, conducting trials/hearings,
and drafting submissions.
 Assisted senior associates in conducting full
trials. Attended hearings for application in
lower court as well as high courts.
 Assisted managing partner in application
for leave to appeal and full appeal in Federal
Court & Court of Appeal.
PUPIL IN CHAMBERS
Messrs Alvin John & Partners
2013 – 2014
 Assisted the firm in conducting case studies
and investigation, legal research, liaising
with relevant authorities and individuals to
procure information and evidences.
 Assisted the associates to draft legal
documents, Writ of Summons, Statement of
Claims, Affidavits and others.
 Attended and appeared for mentions, case
managements, and other court
appointments in lower courts up to high
courts on behalf of the master.
 Closely involved in preparing legal
documents, submissions, issues to be tried,
agreed facts, Records of Appeal, Core
Bundle of Documents and etc.
EXPECTED SALARY
RM 3, 800
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST