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The Bar is governed by the regulations

The Bahamas Bar Association is governed by the regulations set out in the Legal Professional Act. The Bahamas Bar Council is the body that ensures that the Bar Association meets these obligations.

The Bar Council is made up of 10 attorneys:

  • Five members of the Bar Association, elected by the membership,
  • One member of the Bar Association selected by the Attorney General
  • The four Officers of the Bar

The Officers of the Bar have dual responsibility as members of the Bar Council and in their respective posts. Officers are also elected by the members of the Bahamas Bar Association. Elections are held each June and Officers hold their position for two years.

Currently, the Officers are:

  • Kahlil Parker KC, President
  • Jacy Whittaker, Vice-President
  • Glenda M. Roker, Treasurer
  • Tara Rolle-Knowles, Honorary Secretary
  • Dawson Malone, Three Year Council Member
  • E. Terry North, Three Year Council Member
  • Krysta M. Moxey, One Year Council Member
  • Samuel Campbell Jr., One Year Council Member
  • Joseph D’Arceuil, One Year Council Member

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If you have any questions or would like more information about the Bar Council or the Bahamas Bar Association, contact us.

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Kahlil D. Parker KC
President of The Bahamas Bar Association

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Welcome to The Bahamas Bar Association website. Our mission is to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethics within the legal community.

Here, our members will find valuable resources, updates, and support to aid their legal practices, and the public will find guidance and information to aid in navigating our regulatory functions.

We are committed to serving our members and the public by ensuring continued access to justice and preserving the rule of law.