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KOTA KINABALU, Oct 1 — The legal profession in Sabah should consider pro bono legal work to provide access to justice to those who cannot afford legal advice and representation, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor.
“Pro bono legal work is a social responsibility, and law firms can build pro bono projects into their business model to give back to society and promote a positive reputation. It is a noble calling, a responsibility to our community, and something you can all be proud of.
“Getting good justice is for everyone, and I hope the Sabah Law Society will ensure that its members continue and expand representation to the unrepresented in Sabah,” he said at the Sabah Law Society (SLS) inaugural Gala Night at the Magellan Sutera here on Saturday.
His speech was delivered by Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew.
The Chief Minister said the SLS embodied professionalism, entrusted with the vital responsibility of regulating the conduct of legal practitioners in Sabah.
“It plays an essential role in upholding the rule of law, a cornerstone upon which any just and equitable society firmly rests.
“I wish to see the Sabah Law Society’s continued rise to excellence. I want to see it evolve into a symbol of legal eminence, setting elevated standards for lawyers in our region.
“In order to achieve this, it is...
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