Latest MBAR Talks
The Firm is dedicated towards the development of the Malaysian Bar and the holistic advancement of the law.
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Our talks aim to provoke thought and disseminate information. Feedback and questions are encouraged. Every talk delivered to the Malaysian and State Bars is delivered gratis.
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Should you wish to get in touch for a speaking engagement, please do email our Principal.
BASIC COMPANY LAW (03 FEBRUARY 2021)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the basics of Company Law.
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BARE BONES OF ADVOCACY (28 JUNE 2021)
Our Principal delivered a talk entitled the "The Bare Bones of Advocacy: A discussion as to the development of an Advocate's Fundamental Skills and Abilities". The talk sought to discuss the finer points of advocacy.
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PRIMER ON EX PARTE INJUNCTIONS (PENANG BAR)
(24 SEPTEMBER 2021)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Penang Bar on the the practical aspects of ex-parte injunctions.
COURTROOM ETIQUETTE (01 OCTOBER 2021)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the finer points of Courtroom etiquette.
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QUIA TIMET INJUNCTIONS (25 JANUARY 2022)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on Quia Timet Injunctions. The same is a specialised, unique form of injunction that is applied-for when the Court's jurisdiction is at serious risk of being stultified.
WRITTEN: A SHORT WEBINAR ON CORRESPONDENCE, EMAILS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
(22 MARCH 2022)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar titled "Written: A Short Webinar on Correspondence, Emails and Everything In Between". The talk discussed, inter alia, letter-writing and the drafting of opinions.
THE DRAFTING OF APPLICATIONS AND AFFIDAVITS
(17 AUGUST 2022)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar titled "The Drafting of Applications and Affidavits". The talk discussed, inter alia, core tenets and practical principles that must be utilised and applied before one can produce a professional draft.
WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS: THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT
(07 FEBRUARY 2023)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar titled "Written Submissions: The Long and Short of it". The talk discussed numerous aspects of written submissions and the common pitfalls practitioners fall headlong into. Approximately 50 members of the Malaysian Bar attended this talk, which was held at the Bar Council's new premises.
CONTENTIOUS PROBATE PROCEEDINGS
(O. 72 OF THE RULES OF COURT 2012)
(16 MAY 2023)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the niche subject of Contentious Probate Proceedings (O. 72 of the Rules of Court 2012).
The talk discussed numerous aspects of Contentious Probate Proceedings and adopted a practical approach to the subject matter. Approximately 80 members of the Malaysian Bar attended this talk, which was held at the Bar Council's premises.
EX PARTE INJUNCTIONS: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN AND HOW (MALAYSIAN BAR)
(26 SEPTEMBER 2023)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the the practical aspects of ex-parte injunctions.
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EX PARTE INJUNCTIONS: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN AND HOW (MALAYSIAN BAR)
(26 SEPTEMBER 2023)
Our Principal delivered a talk to the Selangor Bar on the niche subject of Contentious Probate Proceedings (O. 72 of the Rules of Court 2012).
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The talk discussed numerous aspects of Contentious Probate Proceedings and adopted a practical approach to the subject matter. Approximately 240 members of the Selangor Bar were in attendance.
(PRACTICAL) TRIAL IN A CIVIL CONTEXT
(21 MARCH 2024)
Gavin delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the various aspects of trial in the context of civil proceedings.
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The talk was attended by approximately 80 members of the Bar and discussed various aspects of the trial process, from inception till conclusion.
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CONTENTIOUS PROBATE PROCEEDINGS
(13 AUGUST 2024)
Gavin delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the niche processes and procedures that are involved in Contentious Probate Proceedings.
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The talk focused on various aspects of O. 72 of the Rules of Court 2012, together with a discussion as to various aspects of contentious probate proceedings and best-practices when approaching trial.
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The talk was attended by approximately 60 members of the Bar.
CAVEAT EMPTOR: DISSECTING THE FEDERAL COURT JUDGMENT OF SETIAKON V MAK YANG TAI ON DEFEASIBILITY (LAND LAW)
(10 SEPTEMBER 2024)
Gavin delivered a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the findings of the Federal Court in the decision of Setiakon v Mak Yan Tai.
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The talk delved into the historical development of the law and chronicled the various Federal Court decisions that culminated in Setiakon v Mak Yan Tai. Best practices were also discussed, which conveyancers may consider incorporating into their practice.
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The talk was attended by approximately 80 members of the Bar.
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APPELLATE PROCEDURE: ADJECTIVAL LAW AND A BRIEF DISCUSSION ON ADVOCACY
(31 JULY 2025)
Gavin will deliver a talk to the Malaysian Bar on the adjectival aspects of appealing from the Sessions Court to the High Court and the High Court to the Court of Appeal.
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Appeals can be unforgiving and this talk is targeted at practitioners who would like to learn the best practices.
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ADVOCACY TRAINING COURSE
(MULTIPLE DATES)
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Gavin is a trainer on the Advocacy Training Course circuit. He has conducted training sessions (together with his fellow ATC Faculty Members) on the following dates:
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25.02.2023 (KL ATC)
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09.09.2023 (Malacca ATC)
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21.10.2023 (KL ATC)
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03.02.2024 (KL ATC)
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04.05.2024 (KL ATC)
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24.08.2024 (KL ATC)
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27.09.2024 (Muar ATC)
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23.11.2024 (KL ATC)
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22.02.2025 (KL ATC)
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24.05.2025 (KL ATC)
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21.06.2025 (Ipoh ATC)
© 2025 by GAVIN JAYAPAL
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