Dear Members and Pupils,
In criminal litigation, the prosecution’s case often hinges heavily on the testimony of arresting and investigating officers. For defense counsel, the ability to effectively challenge and dismantle this evidence during cross-examination is a critical skill.
We are pleased to invite you to a highly engaging dialogue session designed to elevate your oral advocacy skills. Unlike a traditional lecture, this event will be structured as a dynamic conversation, allowing for deep dives into tactical courtroom strategies.
About the Speaker & Format
The dialogue will feature Tuan Mohd Haijan Bin Omar, a formidable practitioner in criminal defense and appellate litigation, guided by our moderator, Tuan Mohd Fazaly Ali Bin Mohd Ghazaly. Young lawyers will gain frontline insights from a counsel who has actively litigated and tested evidence in some of the nation’s most closely watched, high-profile criminal cases, including:
- Public Prosecutor v Syed Saddiq bin Syed Abdul Rahman [2025] 7 MLJ 828
- Pendakwa Raya lwn Muhammad Arif Firdaus bin Juraini dan satu lagi rayuan [2023] 6 MLJ 277
- Pendakwa Raya v Tan Yean Siang dan seorang lagi [2017] 8 MLJ 11
- Mohd Rafizi bin Ramli v Public Prosecutor [2017] MLJU 2031
- Karpal Singh a/l Ram Singh v Public Prosecutor [2016] 5 MLJ 818
Event Details:
🗣️ Speaker: Tuan Mohd Haijan Bin Omar, Managing Partner of Haijan Omar & Co.
🎙️ Moderator: Tuan Mohd Fazaly Ali Bin Mohd Ghazaly, The Law Chambers of Fazaly Ali
📅 Date: Saturday, 14th November 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Venue: Abdullah A. Rahman Auditorium
📜 CPD: 2 CPD Points
💳 Registration Fee: RM 30-00 for Members | RM 15-00 for Pupils in Chambers/Law Students
The full programme is as follows:
| Time | Agenda |
| 8:30 AM | Arrival and Registration of Participants |
| 9:00 AM | Welcoming Remarks & Introduction by Moderator, Tuan Fazaly Ali |
| 9:00 – 10:45 AM | Dialogue Session |
| 10:45 AM | Open Floor Q&A with the Audience |
| 10:55 AM | Closing Remarks & Photography Session |
| 11:00 AM | End of Programme |
What You Will Learn
This masterclass goes beyond the basic rules of evidence to focus on the strategy of oral persuasion. Participants will learn how to –
- Identify the Flaws: Spot inconsistencies, procedural breaches, and missing links in police and enforcement reports.
- Control the Witness: Adopt effective questioning techniques that corner evasive or overly confident enforcement officers.
- Anticipate the Bench: Understand what magistrates and judges look for when assessing the credibility of an enforcement officer’s testimony.
- Avoid Common Pitfalls: Identify and eliminate the frequent cross-examination mistakes that inadvertently strengthen the prosecution’s case.
Who Should Attend?
This masterclass is open to all Members of the Bar and Pupils in Chambers. Whether you are a junior lawyer building your foundation in criminal litigation, or a seasoned practitioner looking to refresh and refine your cross-examination strategies, this session will provide actionable insights for litigators of all seniority levels.
How to Register
Limited seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Refreshments will be served during and after the session. Hence, to ensure we have everything prepared for you, we kindly ask that you register in advance by filling out the following payment link: https://catalog.billplz.com/johorebar4/payment-form/seminar14112026 by 13th November 2026. Your timely registration will help us make the necessary arrangements and ensure a comfortable experience for all.
We look forward to your presence!
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