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By: Alphanso G. Kalama:
Monrovia, Liberia – The President of the Liberian National Bar Association (LNBA) is set to embark on a month-long visit to the United States, aimed at deepening collaboration with leading U.S. bar associations and boosting capacity within Liberia’s legal sector.
During his visit, the LNBA President will hold high-level meetings with the New York City Bar Association, the Colorado Bar Association in Denver, and the American Bar Association (ABA) in Washington, D.C. The agenda includes exploring ways to strengthen Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for Liberian lawyers, securing vital resources such as laptops and desktops for use in Liberia, and participating in specialized training sessions on the role of lawyers as “change agents” who promote and defend the rule of law.
“This visit represents a significant opportunity for Liberia’s legal profession,” the LNBA President said. “By expanding cooperation with U.S. bar associations, we aim to enhance professional development, promote adherence to the rule of law, and build stronger institutional capacity for our legal community.”
The LNBA views this U.S. mission as a key step toward forging long-term partnerships that will improve legal practice, safeguard judicial independence, and expand access to justice in Liberia.
At the same time, the Bar has welcomed President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.’s nomination of Cllr. Borner Varmah as Chairman of the Law Reform Commission. In response to the appointment, Cllr. Varmah described his preferment as “both an honor and a call to national service.”
He underscored the importance of the Commission in modernizing Liberia’s laws to meet today’s realities and strengthen justice delivery. “I am deeply grateful for the confidence reposed in me by the President. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Liberia’s democratic growth through a modern, transparent, and responsive legal system,” Cllr. Varmah said.
Cllr. Varmah also pledged to collaborate closely with fellow commissioners, lawmakers, and stakeholders in ensuring the nation’s legal framework evolves to uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of all citizens.
The LNBA, Liberia’s umbrella body for all practicing lawyers, reaffirmed its commitment to defending the rule of law, advancing legal education, and safeguarding the integrity of the legal profession.
