The joy of being a lawyer is in litigation. However, this joy soon fades away when a young lawyer realises that legal practice hardly pays. This is my ordeal. Over 3yrs post call experience, yet my annual savings can't secure a room apartment.

I got a job (legal officer)at a bank. The salary is more than double my present salary. Although I agreed to resume on April 1st, I still have a burden in my heart leaving litigation. Moreover, I am about to resume lectures for my Masters in Unilag and the Bank may not allow that.

I just hope I can find advice from the house. Thank you.

Bro, my advice is pretty simple. It depends on where your interest lies. If you still desire litigation, then you may have to reconsider the bank job cos it's going to take you out of practice.

@the masters prog, i guess you are yet to pay your tuition. If yes, you may forgo whatever fees you've already paid and then do the course in UI which you know is a very good school.

In the long run bro, where do you see yourself ten years from now. As a litigator or corporate/commercial law practitioner? That will guide you in making up your mind.