Malaysia legislation
Section 5
Seksyen 5
Peguam Syarie not to accept appointment
(1)
A Peguam Syarie shall not accept any appointment if—
(a)
the appointment would cause the Peguam Syarie embarrassment due to—
(i)
the confidential information related to the matter has in his possession as a result of his previous representation of another client in the same matter; or
(ii)
the Peguam Syarie has personal relationship with any party or witness in the proceedings;
(b)
the Peguam Syarie knows or has reason to believe that his professional conduct is likely to be impugned; or
(c)
such acceptance renders or would render it difficult for the Peguam Syarie to maintain his professional independence or against the best interest of the administration of justice.
(2)
A Peguam Syarie who at any time has accepted appointment, advised or acted for a party with regards to institution of any suit, appeal or other proceedings, prosecution or defence, shall not act for the opposite party in the suit, appeal, other proceedings, prosecution or defence.
(3)
A Peguam Syarie shall not accept any appointment unless he is reasonably certain of being able to appear and represent the client on the day he is required to appear.
P.U. (A) 255 23
(4)
A Peguam Syarie, who has accepted the appointment from a client, shall not withdraw from acting for the client without reasonable cause.
Prohibition on accepting remuneration in his capacity as Members of Parliament, etc.