Legal Profession in Malaysia: Practice and Ethics

Legal Profession in Malaysia: Practice and Ethics

Author: Ashgar Ali Ali Mohamed (Dato’ Sri Dr), Muhamad Hassan Ahmad (Dr)
Publisher : CLJ Publication
ISBN: 97896745720151
Page:  pp
Year: 2025
Price: RM290

Legal Profession in Malaysia: Practice and Ethics is an essential guide for law students, academics, and practitioners seeking a deep understanding of both the Conventional and Syariah legal systems. Covering 31 insightful chapters, this book explores the evolution of Malaysia’s legal profession, the regulatory frameworks governing it, and the pathways to becoming an advocate, solicitor, or Syarie lawyer.

It delves into key ethical responsibilities, solicitor-client relationships, legal privilege, conflicts of interest, and professional misconduct, offering practical guidance for navigating legal practice with integrity. Addressing contemporary challenges such as globalisation, technological advancements, declining educational standards, and the growing need for specialisation, this book provides a thought-provoking analysis of the profession’s future.

Written by experts, it is an invaluable resource for those looking to master the complexities of legal practice in Malaysia.