[2] Like other bar associations around the world, it has a wide range of functions, including, to protect the reputation of the legal profession, to uphold the cause of justice, to express its views on matters relating to legislations, and others.

[6] A semblance of the present day Bar Council was established vide Advocates & Solicitors Enactment 1914 (FMS No.

The first annual meeting of the Federated Malay States Bar was held at Kuala Lumpur, representatives of the profession being present from Selangor and Perak.

After the Japanese Occupation, the Advocates & Solicitors Ordinance 1947 replaced all the statutes covering the Unfederated and Federated Malay States and the Straits Settlements of Malacca and Penang.

But its role was somewhat limited to: But the Legal Profession Act 1976 which replaced the 1947 Ordinance provided for a truly independent Bar.

A pupil intending to commence his pupillage must file various documents with the High Court to qualify as an Advocate and Solicitor in Malaysia.