Staff Directory
Academic Qualification
- PhD in Law - Doctor of Philosophy, International Islamic University Malaysia
- Master in Comparative Law - Masters Degree, International Islamic University Malaysia
- Bachelor in Law - Bachelor Degree, International Islamic University Malaysia
Norliah Bt Ibrahim (Assoc. Prof. Dr.)
Associate Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus
AHMAD IBRAHIM KULLIYYAH OF LAWS
norliah@iium.edu.my
4327
Expert Profile
An Associate Professor in the Department of Islamic Law, Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws. Dr. Norliah obtained her first degree in Law (LL.B) from the IIUM in 1990. In 1991, she went on to pursue her Master in Comparative Laws (MCL) at the same university and then Ph.D in the field of Family Law in 2004. Her Ph.D thesis was entitled "A Study on the Malaysian Civil Law Relating to Matrimonial Property After Dissolution of Marriage." Since 2000, she has been on the panel of Legal Advisors to Shariah Legal Clinic of the Kulliyyah of Laws, specialization in matrimonial matters.
She has presented papers both locally and abroad and has produced several articles and books in the area of Family Law. Among the articles published are, "Duty of Full and Frank Disclosure in the Division of Matrimonial Property: the Law and Practice in Malaysia."Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences,2012, "The Role of Sulh towards the process of reducing the rate of divorce in the Kadhis' courts in Zanzibar: Following the Malaysian model". Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, (2012) and "Right of Future Interest as Matrimonial Property: Special Reference to Earning Capacity", IIUM Law Journal, 2014. She is the co-author of Siri Perkembangan Undang-Undang di Malaysia, Undang-Undang Keluarga Islam di Malaysia" (Islamic Family Law in Malaysia) published by Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka in 2007. She also co-edited a book published by IIUM HarunHashim Law Centre in 2009, entitled Family Law and Procedures, Syariah Court Series. The latest book written with other co-authors from Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws IIUM is entitled, Family Law (Non-Muslims) in Malaysia, published by IIUM Press in 2012. In the same year, she co-edited a book entitled, "Contemporary Issues on Matrimonial Property".
She has been actively involved in a number of research projects funded by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education i.e Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Exploratory Research Grant Scheme (ERGS) and Research Acculturation Grant Scheme (RAGS). Currently, she is a principal researcher of FRGS entitled, "Formulation of Legal Framework for Division of Matrimonial Property After Divorce : Incorporating of Future Business Interest".
Apart from supervising Master's and Ph.D students, she has been the coordinator for Family Law 1/ Law 2220 - from 2005 till 2012, also the coordinator for Family Law and Ethics Unit (FAME) from 2008-2010 and is currently the coordinator for Teaching in Learning of AIKOL.
She has presented papers both locally and abroad and has produced several articles and books in the area of Family Law. Among the articles published are, "Duty of Full and Frank Disclosure in the Division of Matrimonial Property: the Law and Practice in Malaysia."Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences,2012, "The Role of Sulh towards the process of reducing the rate of divorce in the Kadhis' courts in Zanzibar: Following the Malaysian model". Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, (2012) and "Right of Future Interest as Matrimonial Property: Special Reference to Earning Capacity", IIUM Law Journal, 2014. She is the co-author of Siri Perkembangan Undang-Undang di Malaysia, Undang-Undang Keluarga Islam di Malaysia" (Islamic Family Law in Malaysia) published by Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka in 2007. She also co-edited a book published by IIUM HarunHashim Law Centre in 2009, entitled Family Law and Procedures, Syariah Court Series. The latest book written with other co-authors from Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws IIUM is entitled, Family Law (Non-Muslims) in Malaysia, published by IIUM Press in 2012. In the same year, she co-edited a book entitled, "Contemporary Issues on Matrimonial Property".
She has been actively involved in a number of research projects funded by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education i.e Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Exploratory Research Grant Scheme (ERGS) and Research Acculturation Grant Scheme (RAGS). Currently, she is a principal researcher of FRGS entitled, "Formulation of Legal Framework for Division of Matrimonial Property After Divorce : Incorporating of Future Business Interest".
Apart from supervising Master's and Ph.D students, she has been the coordinator for Family Law 1/ Law 2220 - from 2005 till 2012, also the coordinator for Family Law and Ethics Unit (FAME) from 2008-2010 and is currently the coordinator for Teaching in Learning of AIKOL.
Area of Specialisation
- Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Law ~ Family Law - Family Law (Civil and Islamic),Matrimonial Property Law and Islamic Evidence.
- Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Law ~ Other Law n.e.c. - Gender Issues
- Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Syariah Law ~ Other Syariah Law n.e.c.
Teaching Responsibilities
EVIDENCE & PROCEDURE OF SHARIAH COURT I | 2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 1997/1998 1996/1997 1995/1996 |
EVIDENCE & PROCEDURE OF SHARIAH COURT II | 1996/1997 |
EVIDENCE OF SHARI'AH COURT | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
EVIDENCE OF SHARIAH COURT | 2020/2021 |
FAMILY LAW | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019 2008/2009 1992/1993 |
FAMILY LAW I | 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 1997/1998 1996/1997 1995/1996 1994/1995 1993/1994 |
FAMILY LAW II | 2008/2009 1997/1998 1996/1997 1994/1995 1993/1994 |
FAMILY MANAGEMENT | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
FAMILY MANAGEMENT & PARENTING | 2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
ISLAMIC FAMILY LAW II | 1997/1998 |
ISLAMIC LEGAL SYSTEM I | 1994/1995 1993/1994 |
ISLAMIC LEGAL SYSTEM II | 1994/1995 |
MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM | 2017/2018 |
MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM I | 1994/1995 1993/1994 |
MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM II | 1993/1994 |
UNDANG-UNDANG KELUARGA ISLAM | 2018/2019 2014/2015 |
UNDANG-UNDANG KETERANGAN ISLAM | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 |
Supervision
The Rights To Claim For Enhanced Earning In Assets As Matrimonial Property Upon A Divorce In Malaysian Civil Law.
Ph.D
Completed
2023
Main Supervisor
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The Reconciliation Process In Divorce Cases In Maldives: Challenges And Reforms.
Ph.D
Completed
2022
Member Supervisory Committee
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Study On The Legitimacy Of Children In Islamic Law And Its Application In Nigeria.
Ph.D
Completed
2019
Co-supervisor
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Division Of Harta Sepencarian In The Malaysian Syariah Courts: An Analysis Of The Judicial Approaches.
Ph.D
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Multi-Tiered Marriage Contracts In Nigeria And The Need For Reforming Nigerian Family Law.
Ph.D
Completed
2015
Main Supervisor
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Good Governance In Marriage From Islamic Family Law Perspective With Special Reference To Malaysia.
Ph.D
Completed
2015
Co-supervisor
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A Study On The Administration Of Practices Of Ancillary Matters After Divorce Under Khadhis' Courts In Zanzibar.
Ph.D
Completed
2013
Co-supervisor
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Financial And Property Binghts Of Women In Marriage And Post Divorce In Kenya: A Coomparative Study With Malaysian Law.
Master
Completed
2011
Co-supervisor
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Analysis Of Socio-Legal Neads For The Establishment Of Family Court In Malaysia.
Master
Completed
2010
Main Supervisor
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Research Projects
Completed
2017 - 2017 | Malaysia's Accession to the Hague Children's Conventions: The Feasibility Analysis |
2014 - 2023 | Establishing a Legal Framework for the Practice of Family Mediation in Malaysia |
2014 - 2018 | Formulation of Legal Framework for Shared Parenting in Custodial Disputes in Malaysia: Protecting Welfare of the Child After Marital Separation |
2013 - 2018 | Formulation of Legal Framework for Division of Matrimonial Property After Divorce: Incorporating Elements of Future Business Interest |
2013 - 2020 | The Formulation of an Online Dispute Management Framework and the Implementation of E-family Expert Portal in Malaysia |
2013 - 2017 | Legal Framework for Community Mediation in Malaysia : Exploring the Suitable Structure |
2013 - 2014 | Proper Administration of Matrimonial Property Among After Divorce in Zanzibar's Kadhis Court: the Relevance of Malaysia Model |
2012 - 2015 | Elopment Lombok Style : Exploring the Behavioural Patterns of Parties and their Implication in Developing the Socio Legal Framework for Malaysia |
2011 - 2015 | Formulation of a Legal Framework for Sustaining Family Institution in Malaysia |
2011 - 2014 | Establishing a Model for Family Mediation in Malaysia: Replacing the Marriage Tribunal Under the National Registration Department |
2010 - 2014 | Formulation of a Comprehensive Model of Family Court System in Malaysia: Towards an Effective Family Disputes Resolution |
2007 - 2012 | Family Law for Non-Muslims in Malaysia: Development and Reforms |
On-Going
2023 - Present | Kajian Pembangunan Kerangka Perundangan Dan Mekanisme Bagi Pentadbiran Perkhawinan Dan Perceraian Adat Orang Asli Di Semenanjung Malaysia |
2021 - Present | The Application of Islamic Law of Evidence in Malaysia |
2011 - Present | The Role of Sulhu towrads the Process of Reducing the Rate of Divorce in the Kadhis Court in Zanzibar Following the Malaysian Model (RU 2011) |
2009 - Present | Family Law and Ethics Unit (FAME) |
Award & Recognition
19 Jun, 2014 | Siver Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2014) | University |
05 Jun, 2013 | Gold Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2013) | University |
05 Jun, 2013 | Silver Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2013) | University |
21 Aug, 2012 | Best Library Partner Award - IIUM Library | University |
20 Jun, 2012 | Silver Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2012) | University |
14 Jul, 2011 | Silver Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2011) | University |
20 Jun, 2011 | Gold Medal - IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation (IRIEE 2011) | University |
Publications
Article
Conference or Workshop Item
Book
2021 | Family Law in Malaysia and beyond: towards sustainable family institutions. Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Malaysia, ISBN: 978-967-0870-87-8 |
2018 | Malaysia - Family and succession law. Wolters Kluwer, ISBN: 9789065448880 |
2016 | Islamic family law in Malaysia. Thomson Reuters Malaysia Sdn Bhd, ISBN: 978-967-0915-49-4 |
2013 | Family law (non-muslim) in Malaysia . IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia , ISBN: 9789670225883 |
2011 | Contemporary issues on matrimonial property . IIUM Press, ISBN: 9789674182250 |
2011 | Family law (Non-Muslims) in Malaysia. IIUM Press, ISBN: 9789670225883 |
2009 | Undang-undang keluarga dan prosedur. Department of Islamic Law & Harun M. Hashim Law Centre, ISBN: 9789834120351 |
Book Section
Monograph
2012 | Family law for non-Muslims in Malaysia: development and reforms. In: s.n, |