Dear Members and Pupils,
In modern civil litigation, cases are increasingly won or lost on the papers long before oral arguments begin. The ability to craft a clear, structured and persuasive written submission is therefore an essential skill in every litigator’s arsenal.
We are pleased to invite you to a practical Masterclass on Written Advocacy, specially designed to sharpen your written advocacy skills and enhance the effectiveness of your submissions. The Masterclass will be conducted by our senior practitioner, Mr. Adi Radlan Abdul Rahman of Messrs Adi Radlan & Co.
Event Details:
🗣️ Speaker: Mr Adi Radlan Abdul Rahman, Managing Partner of Messrs Adi Radlan & Co.
📅 Date: Saturday, 19th September 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1.00 PM
📍 Venue: Abdullah A.Rahman Auditorium
📜 CPD: 4 CPD Points
💳 Registration Fee: RM 30.00 for Members | RM 15.00 for Pupils in Chambers/Law Students
Tentative Program
| Time | Agenda |
| 8:30 AM | Arrival and Registration of Participants |
| 9:00 AM | Welcoming Remarks |
| 9:10 AM | Part 1: The Anatomy of a Winning Submission • Understanding your audience: What judges want • Structuring facts and the law for maximum impact |
| 10:30 AM | Coffee Break |
| 10:45 AM | Part 2: The Art of Persuasion & Avoiding Pitfalls • Tone, brevity, and precision in legal drafting • Common fatal mistakes in civil submissions |
| 12:15 PM | Q&A Session with Mr. Adi Radlan |
| 12:45 PM | Closing Remarks & Photography Session |
| 1:00 PM | End of Masterclass |
What You Will Learn
This masterclass goes beyond the basic rules of drafting to focus on the strategy of persuasion. Participants will learn how to –
- Structure for Impact: Organize complex facts and legal arguments into a logical, highly readable flow.
- Draft with Precision: Adopt a concise, authoritative tone that captures the court’s attention.
- Anticipate the Bench: Understand what judges are actually looking for (and what frustrates them) in written submissions.
- Avoid Common Pitfalls: Identify and eliminate the frequent mistakes that weaken legal arguments.
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 civil litigation, or a seasoned practitioner looking to refresh and refine your strategic written advocacy, 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/johorebar3/payment-form/seminar19092026 by 18th September 2026. Your timely registration will help us make the necessary arrangements and ensure a comfortable experience for all.
We look forward to your presence!
MOHAMMAD SYAHMI BIN NAWAWI
CHAIRPERSON
YOUNG LAWYERS & PUPILS
SUB COMMITTEE