9 May 2025

Act A1755: Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2025 has come into operation on 9 May 2025. This is an Act to amend the Legal Profession Act 1976.

Highlights of the Amendment Act include:
1. Introduction of Limited Liability Law Partnerships (LLP):
This Act introduces LLPs to the legal profession. Definitions related to LLPs have been added to the existing Legal Profession Act 1976, and several sections have been amended to extend their application to LLPs, offering a new structure for law firms. The Malaysian Bar will be issuing a Rule for purposes of applications to become LLP law firms.

2. Formalisation of the Bar Council Legal Aid Centre:
A new Part Va has been introduced to establish a formal structure for the Bar Council Legal Aid Centre, including its administration and management across different states. This initiative aims to enhance access to justice through well-organized legal aid services.

3. Extension of Bar Council’s Powers:
The Act extends the powers of the Bar Council, with the approval of the Attorney General, to make rules relating to fees, salaries, allowances, working conditions, and the admission of advocates, solicitors, and pupils.

4. Audit of Board Accounts:
The Act empowers the Auditor General to annually audit the accounts of the Legal Profession Qualifying Board.

Click here for the : Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2025.