Dear Members, The Johore Bar Committee will be attending a meeting with the Director of the Johor State Courts on Friday, 14 November 2025. Ahead of this engagement we wish to hear directly from members on issues, feedback, or suggestions relating to the Courts. To facilitate this, a meeting session with members will be held […]
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Dear Members, We have been informed by the Director of the Johor State Courts that, effective 1 November 2025, the Pengerang Court will commence operations at its new premises at the following address: Mahkamah Pengerang Jalan Dato’ Wan Idris 81930 Bandar Penawar Kota Tinggi, Johor Tel: 07-886 1586 For members’ reference, a copy of the
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The Yayasan Bantuan Guaman Kebangsaan (“YBGK”) is a comprehensive scheme that funds lawyers to do legal aid work in criminal matters. Content of Training: Part One – YBGK Administration Part Two – Arrest, Remand, Bail and Mitigation Date 29th November 2025 (Saturday) Time 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Venue Level 1, Abdullah A. Rahman Auditorium
We are pleased to inform you that the training session for members who have registered to provide legal aid in criminal cases under Yayasan Bantuan Guaman Kebangsaan (YBGK) are as follows: Date 22nd – 23rd November 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) Time 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Venue Level 1, Abdullah A. Rahman Auditorium Johore Bar
We are pleased to inform you that the training session for members who have registered to provide legal aid in criminal cases under Yayasan Bantuan Guaman Kebangsaan (YBGK) are as follows: Date 15th – 16th November 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) Time 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Venue Level 1, Abdullah A. Rahman Auditorium Johore Bar
Dear Members and Pupils, In celebration of the Festival of Light, the Johore Bar Committee is delighted to announce our upcoming Deepavali Open House celebration! As is customary, you will be treated to a delectable fare and sumptuous local delights to mark the celebration in the company of friends and colleagues from the Bar. We also warmly extend
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The Legal Aid Sub Committee is organising this seminar and a lunch in appreciation of the YBGK Volunteers serving the Johor Legal Aid Centre. Our speakers will share their experiences and insights on navigating criminal defence, emphasizing on the techniques and strategies for criminal trials and appeals. Particulars of the seminar are as follows: Date
Dear Members, In celebration of the festival of light, as per customary, we are hosting a Deepavali Open House in Muar. As always, a sumptuous menu including the best Tandoori Chicken and Kambing Varuval in town are prepared for all. All are welcome! You may bring your favourite snacks to be shared with other members
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Members are informed that Y.A. Tuan Kan Weng Hin, who has served as a Judicial Commissioner in Johor Bahru since 10 December 2023, was elevated as a Judge of the High Court of Malaya on 28 July 2025. An Elevation Ceremony will be held in open court to commemorate His Lordship’s elevation. The details are
