About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.

Iqbal Harith Liang, known endearingly to most as Iqbal, is a final year student of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (“UM”). Iqbal has left an impression on many, be it as the strict disciplinary officer in Lex Ordinem, the senior with the exemplary work ethics or the laid back student playing pool with friends in the student lounge. The commonality of each impression left to the members of the Law Faculty is that Iqbal is a kind and passionate student who is willing to lend a hand to anyone, regardless of his relationship with them. Iqbal has been involved in various student organisations and will leave the faculty with a multitude of achievements, which will be explored in this write-up.

About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.

Sufiah Yusoff, a final year student from the Faculty of Law, University Malaya.
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Sufiah Yusoff, known to many as Sufiah, is a final year student at the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (“UM”). A prominent figure to the members of all the student bodies in the Faculty, she played a role of being the trailblazer for female representation within UM’s student politics. However, behind the myriad of accomplishments, that she has accumulated throughout her four years of undergraduate study, lies a passionate individual who sacrificed her leisure time for the benefit of other students.

About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.

Abraham Au, an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya.
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Au Tian Hui, better known as Abraham, is an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (UM). Graduated in 2016, his tireless efforts in fighting for the rights of the people in court defines his professional character, though what lies beneath is an empathetic soul who simply wishes to uphold basic human rights. From his lively university life filled with fervent activism, accomplished mooting, and excellent academics, Abraham’s story is surely one to take note of. Currently, Abraham is a partner at Messrs G.S Nijar since July of 2018.

About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.

​Soh Lip Shan, a final year student from the Faculty of Law, University Malaya.
 
Soh Lip Shan, adoringly known to many as Lip Shan, is a final year student from the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya. Like any Penangite, a bowl or two of mouth-watering authentic Penang laksa and cendol will always have her reminiscing her childhood home. Her undying love of reading fantasy novels, especially the Harry Potter and Game of Thrones series, and thrillers penned by Jeffrey Archer is balanced out by her interest and occasional practice in playing the piano, cross-stitching, and gaming.

About this segment: ​Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya's Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater successes.

Yeap Yee Lin, or better known as Yee Lin, is currently enrolled as a final year student at the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (“UM”). Born and raised in Penang as the eldest of the family, she boasts extensive knowledge in the digital world. Much like her favourite cartoon character, Doraemon, Yee Lin is regarded as a good-natured and selfless soul. In the same vein, she aspires to be resourceful and always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Lim Ming Ying, an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya

Lim Ming Ying, or more commonly known as Kimberly, is an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (UM). A kindred spirit fuelled by her positive outlook on life, the formerly active member of the Faculty shines in student-run activities and legal research without forgetting to care for the environment. With a burning passion to improve herself, Kimberly never fails to put her best foot forward in all her endeavours. After graduating in 2019, Kimberly is now undergoing her pupillage at the Penang branch of Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill.

​About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.​

​About this segment: Person of the Month is an initiative by the University of Malaya Law Review which aims to feature a prominent member of the University of Malaya’s Law Faculty towards the end of each month. The purpose of this segment is twofold. Firstly, to give due recognition to the contributions of our student leaders and secondly, so that their achievements might inspire other members of the faculty towards greater success.

Rizq Nurrqausar Binti R M Bakri, a final year student in the Faculty of Law, University Malaya
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​Rizq Nurrqausar Binti R M Bakri, fondly known as Qausar, is a final year law student here in the University of Malaya. Qausar was born on 16 April 1997  in Perak and raised in Petaling Jaya as the eldest child in her family. Her love and passion of reading — particularly the non-fiction and self-help genres by Richard Templar and Haemin Sunim — is often complemented with Netflix’s much adored ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ series amongst others. Recognised for her humour and delicate side of sentimentality, Qausar is also gifted with the skills of baking ‘kek batik’, as affirmed by friends and acquaintances alike!

Raphael Kok, an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya.

Raphael Kok, known to many as Raphael, is an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya (‘UM’). As a mooting coach, Raphael is commonly associated with his massive contribution in successfully guiding countless of UM mooting teams to multiple victories, nationally and internationally. Constantly raising the bar after each win, he is one of the driving factors to the mushrooming number of world-class mooters from the UM Law Faculty. Drawing a parallel to most students prior to entering law school, Raphael started his journey without even wanting to read law in the first place. As a kid who was mesmerised by dinosaurs and stars, Raphael aspired to be an archaeologist and astronaut. However, his family, which consists of UM alumni, prompted him to further his studies in UM. His diverse array of interests — ranging from history, politics, technology, and journalism — reaffirmed his decision to venture into the multidisciplinary realm of law. Thus, he acquired his undergraduate law degree from UM in 2008.

Landscape view of the coveted 33rd Sultan Azlan Shah Law Lecture at the Grand Ballroom of the St. Regis Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

On 5th of November 2019, the 33rd Sultan Azlan Shah Law Lecture was held at the Grand Ballroom of the St. Regis Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. The lecture was organised by the Sultan Azlan Shah Foundation and the University of Malaya. It was an honour to have a highly-esteemed guest speaker, The Right Honorable, The Lord Briggs of Westbourne, Justice of the Supreme Court of United Kingdom to deliver a speech on the topic of ‘International Commerce: Mapping the Law in the Borderless World,’ in the presence of DYMM Paduka Seri Sultan Perak Darul Ridzuan, Sultan Nazrin Shah, and DYMM Raja Permaisuri Perak Darul Ridzuan, Tuanku Zara Salim.