Legal Intern — Syariah Law

Legal Intern — Syariah Law at Cheok Advocates & Solicitors

Cheok Advocates & Solicitors is offering a 3-month paid internship in its Syariah law practice in Bandar Seri Begawan. This internship provides unique exposure to Brunei's Syariah court system, Islamic family law, and estate administration under Islamic principles. Ideal for students at UNISSA or UBD with an interest in Syariah jurisprudence.

What You Will Learn

• Observe Syariah court proceedings including family law hearings
• Assist with faraid (Islamic inheritance) calculations and estate administration
• Research Islamic jurisprudence (usul al-fiqh) and Brunei's Syariah legislation
• Draft basic legal documents for Syariah court matters
• Attend client consultations on Islamic family law matters (marriage, divorce, custody)
• Learn about Brunei's dual legal system under the Melayu Islam Beraja philosophy

Duration: 3 months (paid internship — BND 600/month)

• Support the Syariah law team in court preparation and research
• Observe Syariah court proceedings and client meetings
• Assist with Islamic estate and family law documentation

• Currently enrolled in a Syariah law, law, or Islamic studies degree programme at UNISSA, UBD, IIUM, or equivalent
• Interest in Syariah law, Islamic family law, and the Syariah court system
• Basic knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence
• Good research and writing skills in Malay and English