Bar Council of Malaysia

The Bar Council of Malaysia is the professional regulatory body for lawyers in Malaysia. It oversees and manages the legal profession, ensuring lawyers adhere to ethical standards and professional conduct. The Council also plays a role in the admission, discipline, and continuing education of lawyers, safeguarding the integrity of the legal system. It operates independently but under the framework set by the Legal Profession Act 1976, representing the interests of lawyers and the public to promote justice and uphold the rule of law in Malaysia.