Greetings! It is our great pleasure to invite all members and pupils to attend a welcoming high tea reception in honour of Yang Arif Tuan Kalwant Singh A/L Sujan Singh as the new Judicial Commissioner of the High Court of Malaya at Muar. The details of the event are as follows:- DAY & DATE FRIDAY,
Dear Members and Pupils, The Professional Development & Education Sub-Committee is committed to delivering professional development programs that offer genuine value, address critical legal developments, and respect the value of your billable hours. Let’s be direct: if you find yourself reading our CPD event circulars and thinking, “Not this topic again,” we want to know.
Kindly be informed that an online forum in respect of court matters will be held on Friday, 31st July 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The forum is intended to get members’ feedback on issues that they may face in Court and to provide suggestions for improvements. The issues and suggestions will be brought to the Court’s
Circular No. 47/2026: Forum on Court Matters Read More »
The Professional Development & Education Sub-Committee is organising a Townhall Session on Small Firms Practice. A ‘small firm’ is generally defined as a law firm comprising not more than five lawyers. Small firms make up about 80% of the firms at the Malaysian Bar. This session aims to provide an interactive space for members especially
Circular No. 46/2026: Townhall Session on Small Firms Practice (29 July 2026) Read More »
Dear Members, The Johore Bar is pleased to invite members to volunteer as Mentors for the Johore Bar Legal Mentorship Programme, commencing on 7 August 2026.The programme aims to provide guidance, support and practical insights to junior practitioners while fostering collegiality, professional development and the sharing of knowledge within the Johore Bar. The mentorship programme
Circular No. 45/2026: Call For Mentors – Johore Bar Legal Mentorship Programme Read More »
Dear Members of the Bar, The Johore Young Lawyers & Pupils Sub-Committee is thrilled to invite all members to an exclusive hiking expedition. This year, we will be trekking the Trans Arong trail, offering an excellent opportunity to connect with peers and enjoy the scenic forest canopy and coastal summit views. This event is open
Circular No. 44/2026: From Trials to Trails – Conquering Trans Arong (15 Aug 2026) Read More »
From Trial to Appeal: Practical Advocacy in Section 14 SOACA Cases Dear Members of the Bar, Defending an accused under the Sexual Offences Against Children Act (SOACA) presents significant challenges for young litigators, given the relaxed evidentiary rules, emotive testimonies and substantial societal stigma involved. To assist in navigating these complexities, the Johore Bar Young
Circular No. 43/2026: Johore Bar Law Lounge | Sharing Session Read More »
The Malaysian Bar’s International Malaysia Law Conference 2023 (“IMLC”) will take place between 27th – 30th October 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (‘MITEC’) in Kuala Lumpur. The theme of the Conference is “Maintaining Core Principles in a Time of Change”. Further information on the Conference programme maybe seen at Circular No.
Dear Members, The Johore Bar Committee (“JBC”) wishes to inform members that it is fully aware of the ongoing air conditioning breakdown affecting the Johor Bahru Lower Court Building. The JBC appreciates the inconvenience and discomfort this situation has caused to members, litigants, and all court users. Members are assured that the Judiciary is fully
Circular No. 41/2026: Air Conditioning Breakdown at the Johor Bahru Lower Court Building Read More »
