Shariah Advisory Committee
Dr. Abd Hamid bin Abd Murad
Dr. Abd Hamid bin Abd Murad is a distinguished legal expert with extensive experience in both Shariah law and business law. He holds an LL.B (Hons) and a Master of Comparative Law (MCL), both from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), and a Ph.D. in Business Law from Putra Business School, University Putra Malaysia. His doctoral thesis focused on “Liability and Redress for Damage Caused by Transboundary Movement of Living Modified Organisms (LMOs) in Malaysia,” reflecting his proficiency in dealing with complex legal matters.
Dr. Abd Hamid’s career spans academia, legal practice, and advisory roles. Currently a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Syariah and Law, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), he has also served as a Senior Research Fellow at the Institut Kajian Strategik Islam Malaysia (IKSIM) under the Prime Minister’s Department, Malaysia. His experience includes teaching, legal consulting, and active participation in strategic research related to Islamic law and human rights.
His earlier legal career as an advocate and solicitor saw him handling civil and criminal litigation, conveyancing, and advisory roles for major Malaysian institutions like Majlis Agama Islam Negeri Sembilan (MAINS) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). He was instrumental in drafting and advising on key legal frameworks for universities and other governmental organizations.
Dr. Abd Hamid has contributed to various research projects, particularly in areas related to Islamic law, fatwa management, forensic legal models, and sustainable development within the context of Islamic principles. He is also an active author, having co authored books and articles on topics ranging from Islamic criminal law to the socio-economic implications of Islamic practices.
His combination of practical legal experience and academic expertise makes him a highly respected authority in Shariah and business law, providing valuable insights in both national and international contexts.