A scholar was asked about a Fatwa

Q 3: Is it permissible for a Muslim to change from Madh-hab (School of Jurisprudence) to Madh-hab? Can he follow the Maliki Madh-hab, then move to the Hanbali one and then return to the Maliki Madh-hab again?

A: A Muslim should work according to the proofs derived from the Qur'an and the Sunnah whether they agree with the Madh-hab he holds or not. Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) says: (And) if you differ in anything amongst yourselves, refer it to Allâh and His Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم), if you believe in Allâh and in the Last Day. That is better and more suitable for final determination. (Surah Al-Nisa', 4:59). Therefore, a person should not move from one Madh-hab to another out of his whims and desires. Allah (Exalted be He) says: And in whatsoever you differ, the decision thereof is with Allâh (He is the ruling Judge). (Surah Al-Shura, 42:10) May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.