What special qualifications did Laidlaw claim to bring for Najib?

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Laidlaw's Claimed Special Qualifications for Najib's Defence Remain Undisclosed

Jonathan James Laidlaw sought admission to practice in Malaysia to represent Datuk Seri Najib Razak in the final SRC appeal, asserting he possessed special qualifications, experience, and expertise not found among Malaysian lawyers. However, the specific nature of these claimed attributes has not been detailed in the provided information. The Legal Profession Act, under Section 18(1), allows for the admission of individuals with such unique qualifications for specific cases, provided certain conditions are met.
Conditions for Special Admission

To be admitted under Section 18(1) of the Legal Profession Act, an applicant must meet specific criteria. The High Court must be satisfied that the individual possesses special qualifications or experience that are not readily available among lawyers in Malaysia for the particular case. Furthermore, the applicant must have been instructed by a lawyer in Malaysia to act in that specific case.
Procedural Requirements for Laidlaw's Application

Beyond the claimed special qualifications, Laidlaw's application also required adherence to procedural stipulations. Section 18(3) of the Legal Profession Act mandates that the court must consider the views of several parties. These include the Attorney-General, the Secretary of the Bar Council, the relevant State Bar Committee, and the opposing party in the legal matter.
Appeal Against High Court's Dismissal

The High Court had previously dismissed Laidlaw's application. Subsequently, lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, acting for Laidlaw, filed an appeal at the Federal Court. This appeal challenges the High Court judge's decision to reject Laidlaw's bid to practice in Malaysia for the purpose of representing Najib in the SRC International case.

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