Curriculum Vitae
BIOGRAPHY
Mr. Magesan R. Ayavoo holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from the University of London (External) and a Master of Laws (LL.M) from the University of East London, United Kingdom, obtained in 2004. He was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in January 2006 and is also a certified Mediator accredited by the Malaysian Mediation Centre.
Prior to entering academia, Mr. Magesan gained over seven years of legal practice experience, during which he handled a broad spectrum of criminal and civil litigation, including consumer and employment disputes. He was actively involved in legal aid work, having represented clients in numerous criminal, industrial, and family court matters across Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.
He began his academic career in October 2012 as an Expert Consultant at the Faculty of Law, Universiti Malaya. He currently serves as a Senior Lecturer, where he is deeply engaged in undergraduate teaching and research. His areas of specialization include Professional Practice, Legal Practice & Ethics, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Justice, with particular emphasis on Criminal Law and Procedure.
In addition to his legal practice and teaching, Mr. Magesan frequently contributes to public legal education through his appearances on television programs, news features, and public forums, where he speaks on a variety of legal topics.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
- Graduated with Masters in Law from University of East London, United Kingdom, (Law)University of East London
- Graduated with Bachelors of Law (2nd Class Honours) from University of London UK, (Law)University of London, UK
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Committee Members01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Members10 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2025 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Members17 Nov 2020 - 31 Dec 2025 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Members01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023 (University Malaya)
- Committee Members01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Coordinator01 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2023 (University Malaya)
- Coordinator01 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2023 (University Malaya)
- Deputy Head11 Dec 2019 - 31 Dec 2022 (University Malaya)
- EXCO Klinik Bantuan Guaman Universiti Malaya07 Sep 2018 - 31 Dec 2021 (University Malaya)
- Committee Member Jawatankuasa Panel Penasihat Akademi10 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2021 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Chairman03 Feb 2021 - 26 May 2021 (University Malaya)
- Judge, Preliminary Round16 Oct 2020 - 18 Oct 2020 (International)
- Programme Coordinator01 Aug 2018 - 01 Aug 2020 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Member Jawatankuasa Kurikulum Fakulti07 Sep 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Presenter Malaysian Court Etiquette ALSA Student Exchange Programme29 Mar 2019 - 29 Mar 2019 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Member Definitional Challenges of Indigenous Identity21 Jan 2019 - 21 Feb 2019 (University Malaya)
- Committee Member Jawatankuasa Moot06 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Member Jawatankuasa Internship Fakulti06 Dec 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- EXCO Member Klinik Bantuan Guaman Universiti Malaya06 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 (University Malaya)
- Committee Member Jawatankuasa Clinical Legal Education06 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Committee Member Ad-hoc Committee on Drafting the Terms of Reference and Procedures for Integrity and Ethics 201711 Aug 2016 - 10 Aug 2017 (University Malaya)
- Coach Harun M.Hashim National Client Consultation10 Jan 2014 - 28 Feb 2017 (University Malaya)
- Committee Member Tun Suffian Constitutional Law Moot Competition 201604 Dec 2016 - 04 Dec 2016 (National)
- Advisor @ Judge Internal Moot Competition26 Nov 2016 - 26 Nov 2016 (Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law)
- Director 11th ASLI Conference02 May 2014 - 31 May 2015 (International)
- Committeel Member & Abstract Evaluation Panel Member International Conference On Access To Justice For Indigenous People: Realisation of an Inclusive & Integrated Human Rights Approach09 Apr 2015 - 11 Apr 2015 (International)
- Committee Member Philip C.Jessup International Moot Competition01 Oct 2012 - 28 Feb 2013 (National)
MEMBERSHIPS
- CONSTITUTIONAL LITERACY INITIATIVE, VICE PRESIDENT2020 to 2025 (University)
- MALAYSIAN MEDIATION CENTRE, BAR COUNCIL MALAYSIA, MEMBER2015 to present (National)
- MALAYSIAN MEDIATION CENTRE, BAR COUNCIL MALAYSIA, MEMBER2015 to 2023 (National)
- MALAYSIAN BAR COUNCIL , MEMBER2006 to 2012 (National)
- ORDINARY MEMBER, MEMBER2006 to 2012 (National)
PUBLICATIONS
Article in Journal
ESCI
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Wood, Simon; Guan, Saw Tiong; Ayavoo, Magesan R. (2022). Film censorship in Malaysia: Key issues and challenges of the system, SEARCH-JOURNAL OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION RESEARCH. 14(1), 95-108
Article in Proceeding
- Magesan R Ayavoo. (2020, Nov). Reforming the Film Censorship Act 2002 and Other Relevant Laws For A More Artistically Vibrant and Commercially Viable Film Industry in Malaysia. Paper to be presented at the 17th ASLI Conference (virtual conference) hosted by the National Law University, Delhi
RESEARCH PROJECT
National
- 2018 - 2021, RU Geran - Fakulti ProgramReforming The Film Censorship Act 2002 And Other Relevant Laws For A More Artistically Vibrant And Commercially Viable Film Industry In Malaysia ( Co-Researcher)
- 2013 - 2014, Geran Penyelidikan Universiti Malaya (UMRG) - HNE (Humanities & Ethics)Baseline Study on the Communication Skills of Law Students at the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya ( Co-Researcher)
- 2023 - 2024, BAHAGIAN HAL EHWAL UNDANG-UNDANG JABATAN PERDANA MENTERIJAWATANKUASA AKTA PEMBELAAN AWAM, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) ( Co-Researcher)
- 2018 - 2020, University Malaya Faculty Research GrantReforming The Film Censorship Act 2002 And Other Relevant Laws For A More Artistically Vibrant And Commercially Viable Film Industry In Malaysia ( Consultant)
- 2013 - 2014, Geran Penyelidikan Universiti Malaya (UMRG)Baseline Study on the Communication Skills of Law Students at the Faculty of Law, UM ( Consultant)
PAPER PRESENTED
PRESENTER
- Remedies against Arrest/Detention Orders and Rights Violation in Arrest, Detention and Imprisonment , International Workshop on "Laws of Execution of Prison Sentences - Towards Legal Harmonization in ASEAN" , German-Southeast Asian Center of Excellent for Public Policy and Good Governance, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand (International) (11 Dec 2014 - 12 Dec 2014)
ACADEMIC/ PROF. SERVICES
Evaluation
- (2021) Judge, Asia Pacific Regional Rounds of The Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, International, (External Evaluator)
- (2018) Research Project : Reforming the Film Censorship Act 2002 and Other Relevant Laws for a More Artistically Vibrant and Commercially Viable Film Industry in Malaysia , (CO-RESEARCHER)
Contribution to external organisation
- (2022) Invited as An Advisor to The Program 'ipta My First Choice', National, (Expert Advisor)
Contribution to event
- (2024) International Legal Education Conference, International, (Event Coordinator)
- (2024) Legal Pluralism and Indigeneity in Sarawak and Sabah : Issues and Challenges, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2024) Final Round Judge of Alsa Malaysia Witness Examination Competition (amwec) 2024, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2023) Co-organiser, University, (Event Organiser)
- (2023) Coach Cum Trainer, National, (Course Facilitator)
- (2022) Trainer, Mediation Skills for Judges, National, (Course Facilitator)
- (2022) Panel Member, Expert Opinion On Sosma 2012, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2022) Co-organise @ Facilitator, National, (Event Organiser)
- (2021) Advisor Cum Consultant, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Tunku Abdul Rahman S Enduring Legacy : Remembering Our Bapa Malaysia and Rekindling His Spirit of Moderation and Harmony, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
Media appearance
- (2024) Ahli Panel / Tetamu Jemputan Rancangan Vasantham (tajuk : Debaran Prk-kkb), National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2023) Rtm Live Talk Show, Channel 502 Vasantham [topic : Pru Dun & Negeri], National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Interviewed by Astro Bernama Tamil News On Constitutional Issues Involving Current Political Situation, National, (Interview)
- (2021) Legal Opinion On Constitutional Issues Regarding The Recent Parliamentary Special Session, National, (Interview)
- (2021) Legal Issues Pertaining to Children Born Overseas to Malaysian Parents and Their Citizenship Rights, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
Mentoring
- (2025) Taylor’s Intervarsity Mooting Competition 2025, University, (Co-curriculum Advisor)
- (2025) Taylor’s Intervarsity Mooting Competition 2025, University, (Co-curriculum Advisor)
- (2025) Lawatan Sambil Belajar Bagi Pelajar Undang-undang Ke Jabatan Patologi, Fakulti Perubatan UM Fakulti, University, (Co-curriculum Advisor)
- (2025) Lex Spectare: Witnessing Justice in Action, University, (Mentor)
- (2024) High Tea With Chief Justice, University, (Co-curriculum Advisor)
- (2023) Seremban Prison Visit, National, (Co-curriculum Advisor)
- (2022) Constitutional Bulletin, University, (Academic Advisor)
SUPERVISION
Postgraduate Student
Master
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(2017) The Arbitrary Detention of Refugees and Asylum-Seekers in Malaysia: A Way Forward, Devendiran a/l Paramanantham
Under Graduate Students
- (2023) The Role of the Death Penalty for Drug Offences in Singapore: Assessing its Effectiveness and Exploring Alternatives
- (2021) PREVENTIVE DETENTION AND THE DETAINED PERSONS RIGHT OF PERSONAL LIBERTY: A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN MALAYSIA AND INDIA
TEACHING
Bachelor
- (2025) LIA4005 - Criminal Procedure I
- (2025) LIA4012 - Criminal Procedure Ii
- (2025) LIA4001 - Trial Advocacy I
- (2025) LIA4008 - Trial Advocacy Ii
- (2024) LIA4005 - Criminal Procedure I
- (2024) LIA4012 - Criminal Procedure Ii
- (2024) LIA4001 - Trial Advocacy I
- (2024) LIA4008 - Trial Advocacy Ii
- (2023) LIA2003 - Criminal Law I
- (2023) LIA4005 - Criminal Procedure I
- (2023) LIA4001 - Trial Advocacy I
- (2023) LIA4008 - Trial Advocacy Ii
- (2022) LIA2003 - Criminal Law I
- (2022) LIA4005 - Criminal Procedure I
- (2022) LIA4001 - Trial Advocacy I
- (2022) LIA4008 - Trial Advocacy Ii
- (2021) LIA2003 - Criminal Law I
- (2021) LIA4012 - Criminal Procedure Ii
- (2021) LIA3003 - Legal Internship
- (2021) LIA4001 - Trial Advocacy I
- (2020) LIA4008 - Trial Advocacy Ii
- (2020) LIA4012 - Criminal Procedure Ii
- (2019) LIA4005 - Criminal Procedure I
- (2017) LXEA4123 - Legal Drafting Ii
- (2016) LXEA4113 - Legal Drafting I
- (2012) LXEB2170 - Mooting
Others
- (2021) UFG2003 - Prosedur Siasatan Jenayah
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES
- Interview to Astro Bernama Tamil News On S’pore Death Row Inmate, Pannir Selvam’’s Case Which Was Aired Live On Bernama News Channel 502, (21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2025) (National)
- Ahli Panel / Tetamu Jemputan Bagi Program Bual Bicara Vasantham Di Jabatan Penyiaran Malaysia (rtm), Angkasapuri, (04 May 2024 - 04 May 2024) (National)
- Appeared On Astro Channel 502 Vasantham, Rtm Live Talk Show - Live Interview At Rtm Studio [panelist, Pru Dun & Negeri], (15 Jul 2023 - 15 Jul 2023) (National)
- Appeared On Astro Channel 502 Bernama Tamil News – Interview [subject : Mandatory Death Sentence], (05 Jul 2023 - 05 Jul 2023) (National)
- Seremban Prison Visit With Ug Law Students, (13 Jun 2023 - 13 Jun 2023) (University)
- Appeared On Astro Channel 502 Bernama Tamil News – Live Interview At Studio, Wisma Bernama [subject : Post Budget Impact On Social Angle], (25 Feb 2023 - 25 Feb 2023) (National)
- Expert Consultant Malay Mail, (15 Dec 2022 - 15 Dec 2022) (National)
- Presenter Minnal Fm - Rtm Tamil Radio, (09 Dec 2022 - 09 Dec 2022) (National)
- Presenter Tv 2 - Rtm Tamil News Channel, (02 Dec 2022 - 02 Dec 2022) (National)
- Presenter Tv 2 - Rtm Tamil News Channel, (30 Nov 2022 - 30 Nov 2022) (National)
- Panel Vanakkammalaysia Tamil Tv News Channel, (24 Nov 2022 - 24 Nov 2022) (National)
- Expert Consultant Malay Mail, (23 Nov 2022 - 23 Nov 2022) (National)
- Presenetr Bernama Tv Live Stream Channel 502, (22 Nov 2022 - 22 Nov 2022) (National)
- Panel Minnal Fm - Rtm Tamil Radio, (21 Nov 2022 - 21 Nov 2022) (National)
- Presenter, (15 Oct 2022 - 15 Oct 2022) (National)
- Presenter Bernama Tv Live Stream Channel 502, (11 Oct 2022 - 11 Oct 2022) (National)
- Presenter Bernama Tv Live Stream Channel 502, (23 Aug 2022 - 23 Aug 2022) (National)
- Presenter Bernama Tv Live Stream Channel 502, (10 Aug 2022 - 10 Aug 2022) (National)
- Presenter Bernama Tv Live Stream Channel 502, (09 Aug 2022 - 09 Aug 2022) (National)
- Presenter Astro Vaanavil Tamil Talkshow “vizhuthugal” Programme – Q&a On Rukun Negara, (16 Sep 2020 - 16 Sep 2020)
- Presenter Interview With Bernama Tamil News Live, (12 Jul 2020 - 12 Jul 2020)
- Presenter Astro Vaanavil Tamil Talkshow “vizhuthugal” Programme - Comments On The Law Involving Drunk Drivers, (05 Jun 2020 - 05 Jun 2020)
- Presenter Berita Jam 8 Tv 9 : Ulasan Berkenaan Undang-undang Terhadap Kes Pemandu Mabuk Yang Menyebabkan Kematian, (02 Jun 2020 - 02 Jun 2020)
- Presenter Interview With Bernama Tamil News Live, (29 Mar 2020 - 29 Mar 2020)
- Presenter Astro Vaanavil Tamil Talkshow “vizhuthugal” Programme – Q & a On The Federal Constitution, (16 Mar 2020 - 16 Mar 2020)
- Presenter Interview With Bernama Tamil News Live, (29 Feb 2020 - 29 Feb 2020)
- Founding Member, Vice President Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi Society Malaysia, (01 Aug 2019 - 31 Dec 2020)
- Founding Member, Past Secretary Kl & Selangor Self Realization Society, (01 Aug 2019 - 31 Dec 2020)
- Presenter Interview With Astro Channel On The Subject “freedom of Speech & Expression” Which Was Aired Live On Astro Vizhutugal Program, (11 Jun 2018 - 11 Jun 2018)
- Presenter Interview With Tv3 On The Subject “hit & Run” Cases Which Was Aired On Program Khas 999 Tv3 : Kes Langgar Lari, (11 Nov 2016 - 11 Nov 2016)
COURSE ATTENDED
Internal/ External Course
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CREATING RUBRICS: THE HOW AND WHY?, UNIVERSITI MALAYA (04 Oct 2022 - 04 Oct 2022)
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DEVELOPING APPROPRIATE ASSESSMENT FOR A COURSE, UNIVERSITI MALAYA (06 Oct 2022 - 06 Oct 2022)