The Singapore Academy of Law logo is characterised by symbols representing the various components of our legal system, which despite their different functions are bonded together by common values and objectives.       It is deliberate that the Logo takes the form of a round shape, as such shape can be encompassed by a circle, which normally represents unity and oneness. It can be observed that two circles, have been drawn around the shape, one outer and the other inner. These two circles encompass the name of the Academy, its motto and an orchid of indigenous origin, our national flower, “The Vanda Miss Joaquim.’ These two circles represent the bonding of all the components of our Singapore legal system. Of all the objectives that are pursued, the attainment and maintenance of honour is of utmost concern. It is this concern which has led to the motto of the Academy being ‘Honor est in Honorante.’ This is Latin for ‘Honour is in honouring.’ This motto affirms the belief that one is honourable through the honour he or she bestows onto others. The circles therefore bind all members of the Academy in this all important belief which is to be shared and lived by each and every member irrespective of his or her legal endeavour.       The Lion Within the inner circle, is a lion. The lion has been included to show that the components of our legal system, represented by the symbols within the inner circle, pertain to our country, Singapore.   The Roman Figure Our legal system is personified by a Roman clad in a ‘toga’. A Roman figure was chosen because the Romans were one of the first people to have a codified system of law. Two observations should be made of this figure. Firstly, it has its eyes closed, to represent the impartiality of our legal system. Secondly, different instruments are held in each of its hands, to represent the two different branches of our legal system, namely the Bench and the Bar, each having an important role to play within the system.   The Scale-Pans The figure holds a pair of scale-pans in his left hand. The scale-pans represent the Bench or the Judiciary. The scale-pans are used to depict the primary function of the Courts, which is to weigh between right and wrong, and to render judgment accordingly.   The Unsheathed Sword In his right hand, the figure holds a sword which is unsheathed. This sword represents the Bar. It is however not used as a symbol of aggression but rather of the qualities which the Bar possesses. These are the qualities of strength and fearlessness in the pursuit of justice, signified by the sharp blade of the sword.   The Book and the Quill It can be observed that the book is placed right in front of the Roman figure which represents the legal system. The juxtaposition of the book to the figure signifies that our legal system operates in accordance with the law. This is reinforced by the book being opened. The quill is also featured as it is meant to symbolise learning and academia. By the quill, the important function of the Academy to provide for continuing education for the legal fraternity is therefore represented within the Logo. Since 2005, the Academy name was included in font type Weiss at the bottom of the logo for greater visibility.       Corporate signature 1 Vertical configuration The Academy name is used on two lines indented below the logo   Horizontal configuration The Academy name is used on a single line indented below the logo     Corporate signature 2 Corporate signature 2 Only in instances where there are space constraints, may this configuration be used.