Council Of Legal Education
Sierra Leone Law School
We are dedicated to empowering future legal leaders in Sierra Leone through education and training. Our mission is to provide high-quality legal education and training that prepares students for success in the legal profession.
A Warm Welcome to the Sierra Leone Law School
Dear Visitors, Alumni, and Members of the Sierra Leone Law School Community,
It is my distinct honour to welcome you to the official website of the Sierra Leone Law School, an institution deeply rooted in the pursuit of legal excellence. As a proud director of this prestigious establishment, I am privileged to lead a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering an exceptional legal education that shapes the future of our nation's legal landscape.
For decades, the Sierra Leone Law School has been a beacon of quality legal education, cultivating some of the finest legal minds in the country and beyond. Our commitment to academic rigor, practical training, and ethical practice remains unwavering, as we continue to provide our students with the tools they need to excel in the legal profession.
This website serves as a comprehensive resource, offering valuable information for prospective students, alumni, partner institutions, and those with a keen interest in the field of law.
Warm regards,
Dr. Abu Bakarr Bangura
Director, Sierra Leone Law School
About the Council Of Legal Education
Established in September 1989 under the provisions of the Council of Legal Education Act 1989 (Act. No. 1 of 1989). The Council of Legal Education had as its primary mandate the establishment of a School of Law in Sierra Leone to be the governing body of that School which in turn was to be exclusively responsible for the organization of courses of professional legal training and the conduction of Bar Examinations for those persons seeking to become members of the legal profession in Sierra Leone.
The mission of the Council of Legal Education in Sierra Leone is to develop competent legal practitioners who appreciate their responsibility as members of an honourable profession, recognize the needs of their socio-economic environment, and are dedicated to pursuing excellence, upholding high ethical standards, promoting social justice, and strengthening the rule of law.
Sierra Leone and Beyond
International & Foreign Students
We warmly welcome international students who wish to pursue legal training in Sierra Leone. Our program provides a unique opportunity to gain expertise in common law principles within an African legal context.
Why Study Law in Sierra Leone?
Diverse Legal Exposure:
Learn about Sierra Leone's legal system and its integration with international law.
Pathway to Practice:
Completion of our Bar Professional Course qualifies graduates to practice law in Sierra Leone, with opportunities for regional and international career advancement.
Accredited Legal Training:
We provide high-quality legal education recognised by the General Legal Council.
Networking Opportunities:
Connect with top legal professionals, judges, and policymakers in Sierra Leone.
The Council of Legal Education under section 6 of the 1989 Act is ordained as:
