PROVIDER OF LEGAL EDUCATION IN SIERRA LEONE
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. Whether you are exploring our programs, seeking updates on recent events, or connecting with our distinguished alumni network, I invite you to engage with the content and learn more about what makes the Sierra Leone Law School a truly unique and dynamic institution.
Thank you for your interest in the Sierra Leone Law School. I look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you personally to our vibrant community.
Warm regards,
Dr. Abu Bakarr Bangura
Director, Sierra Leone Law School
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
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.
Conduct or cause to be conducted professional training courses and examinations.
Appointment of a Board of the Law School, a Director of the Law School, academic and other staff.
Issue a Certificate of Call to the Bar on satisfactory completion of the professional training course.
Evaluate courses of study provided by and accord appropriate recognition of legal qualifications obtained in other institutions.
©1989 - 2025 Council Of Legal Education Sierra Leone Law School
Dr. Abu Bakarr Bangura
LLB, BA (UNDA), GDLP, LLM (USYD), LLM, PhD (UNSW)
Director
Daniel J. Lavally Esq, HTC (SEC), BA, LLB, BL
Registrar
Special Court, Jomo Kenyatta Road
New England Ville
Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
info@lawschoolsierraleone.edu.sl
www.lawschoolsierraleone.edu.sl
SLLS/DIR/052/2025
This Notice serves to inform all Shortlisted Applicants from the Diaspora for Admission into the Sierra Leone Law School that the Virtual Interview is scheduled for Monday 28th July 2025 starting at 10.00am. Dress Code is FORMAL.
MALE: BLACK, NAVY BLUE OR DARK GRAY SUIT WITH WHITE SHIRT.
FEMALE: BLACK OR NAVY BLUE DRESS/ WITH WHITE SHIRTAND BLACK OR NAVY BLUE SKIRT.
DR. ABU BAKARR BANGURA
DIRECTOR
23rd July 2025
Special Court, Jomo Kenyatta Road
New England Ville
Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
info@lawschoolsierraleone.edu.sl
www.lawschoolsierraleone.edu.sl
CALL FEE - Le 4,000
IN ABSENTIA - Le 4,500
DINNER FEE PER HEAD - Le 1,000
Note: Students are entitled to only 3 dinner tickets
Bank: Sierra Leone Commercial Bank
Account No. 003001101738140191
COUNCIL OF LEGAL EDUCATION
SIERRA LEONE LAW SCHOOL
24 September 2024