Shaping the Law: Commentaries on the Judgments of Tan Sri Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal | 2026*

Shaping the Law: Commentaries on the Judgments of Tan Sri Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal | 2026*

Shaping the Law offers a thoughtful examination of the judicial legacy of a distinguished Malaysian jurist, Justice Tan Sri Datuk Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal. Bringing together 22 insightful commentaries by leading legal scholars and practitioners, the volume examines his landmark judgments across a wide range of legal fields, reflecting a jurisprudence shaped by intellectual rigour, fairness, and a steadfast commitment to justice.

Each chapter provides a close analysis of the reasoning behind the decisions, their legal and factual context, and their influence on the development of Malaysian law. The contributors engage with issues spanning constitutional, administrative, criminal, commercial, tort, employment, and statutory interpretation. The collaborative nature of the work ensures both academic depth and practical relevance.

The commentaries underscore how Justice Harmindar’s judgments demonstrate integrity, independence, and fidelity to justice—qualities associated with judicial excellence. They also offer broader insights into judicial reasoning, interpretation, and judgment writing that extend beyond the individual cases discussed.

Published to coincide with Justice Harmindar’s retirement in 2025, the book stands as a lasting record of his contribution to the Malaysian legal system. It captures the defining features of his judicial approach—clarity, fairness, empathy, and intellectual discipline—serving both as a professional tribute and as a scholarly reflection on the work of an outstanding Malaysian judge.

Key features of Shaping the Law: Commentaries on the Judgments of Tan Sri Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal:

• In-depth commentaries: Includes 22 analytical chapters examining Justice Harmindar’s most significant decisions, covering areas from commercial law to criminal law.

• Multi-disciplinary perspectives: Draws on doctrinal, comparative, and philosophical approaches to provide a well-rounded understanding of the law in both theory and practice.

• Distinguished authorship: Brings together contributions from established and emerging legal professionals, each offering distinct expertise and perspectives.

• Both tribute and analysis: Serves as a recognition of the wisdom and judicial craftsmanship of an outstanding judge, while offering serious legal study.

• Emphasis on guiding values: Highlights the clarity, fairness, and empathy that characterise Justice Harmindar’s judicial approach.

Table of Contents of Shaping the Law: Commentaries on the Judgments of Tan Sri Harmindar Singh Dhaliwal:

1. Arbitration
2. Banking
3. Civil Procedure
4. Company Law
5. Constitutional Law
6. Contract
7. Criminal Procedure
8. Customs
9. Drugs Trafficking
10. Defamation
11. Employment Law
12. Family Law
13. Land Acquisition
14. Land Law
15. Medical Negligence
16. Motor Insurance
17. Murder
18. Preventive Detention
19. Tort
20. Trademarks
21. Trust Law
22. Wills

About the Author:

S. Saravana Kumar is a Malaysian lawyer and partner at Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership, where he heads the Tax, SST and Customs practice. Widely recognised for his expertise in tax and public law, and is actively involved in legal scholarship, advocacy, and professional education.

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