Professional Summary
Mariappan is an Associate at Rajpal, Firah & Vishnu with 13 years of experience in criminal litigation. He is also a YBGK lawyer, providing free legal services to financially struggling Malaysians. His YBGK work includes bail and mitigation at Magistrates’ Courts, and criminal trials assigned by YBGK.
His approach is analytical and detail-oriented. Having served in the Royal Malaysia Police from 1994 to 2005, reaching the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police, he brings a distinct perspective on how criminal matters are investigated and prosecuted.
Clients can expect clear, approachable guidance throughout their matter.
Practice Areas
- Criminal defence — Penal Code and general criminal cases
- Drug offences
Qualifications
- B.A. (Anthropology & Sociology), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang (2000)
- LLB, Universiti Malaya (2005)
- CLP, Universiti Malaya (2007)
- Advocate & Solicitor, High Court of Malaya (2013)
Prior Career
- Royal Malaysia Police — Inspector (1994)
- Criminal branch, various departments across Malaysia (1994–2005)
- Royal Malaysia Police — Assistant Superintendent of Police (2005)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Malaysian Bar (present)
- Member, Selangor Bar (present)
- Advocate & Solicitor, High Court of Malaya (present)