Lawyers
The late Haris Ibrahim
Admitted to the Malaysian Bar in August 1990, Haris began his legal career with Messrs. Adam & Co., a leading litigation firm, where he rose to become partner in charge of litigation from 1994 to 1998.
In 1999, he ventured into practice on his own resulting in the establishment of the firm known as Haris & Co. Specialising in defamation law and administrative law, Haris routinely appeared before all levels of the courts and was often engaged as counsel in appellate matters. He earned a reputation as a fearless advocate, advancing his clients’ causes with integrity and conviction.
Beyond the courtroom, Haris was a prominent socio-political activist and blogger, passionately championing social inclusion and justice. He stepped away from legal practice in 2010 to dedicate himself fully to these causes, before returning to active practice years later as Senior Partner at Haris Ibrahim Kandiah Partnership.
Haris’s career was marked by unwavering principles, exceptional advocacy, and a deep commitment to fairness. His passing on 5 August 2023 was a profound loss to the profession and to all who knew him. His values and contributions will remain an enduring part of our Firm’s legacy.
Haris was admitted to the Malaysian Bar on 17 August 1990. He then joined a leading litigation firm known as Messrs. Adam & Co. Between 1994 to 1998, Haris was the partner in charge of litigation in that firm. In 1999 he ventured into practice on his own resulting in the establishment of the firm known as Haris & Co. His principal area of practice was the law of defamation and administrative law. Haris routinely appeared in all levels of the courts and often engaged as counsel in appellate courts. His prowess as an advocate who advanced his client’s cause without fear or favour is well known
Haris was also a prominent blogger and socio-political activist. Haris has always been passionate about the social inclusion agenda. This passion caused his temporary exit from legal practice in 2010 to enable him to immerse himself in endeavouring the realisation of that objective.
Haris was then convinced to return to active legal practice by joining our firm as senior partner.
Sadly, the Almighty had greater plans for him. Haris passed away on 5 August 2023 after a short spell of illness. His legacy will live on in the firm.