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Mosetgg:
I have found this thread to be very informative, please let us keep the updating flowing.

To Hidentity, I am a graduate of law waiting for law school resumption.

I'm currently learning full time in a law firm in Osun though they major in criminal and civil litigation and corporate law.

What specific things do you think I should focused on for now for a better and faster result in both law school and eventually in practice?

Good morning.
In my opinion, focus on the academic aspect of what you do now. Getting a good result in the law school should be a priority now. Don't be too carried away in what is obtainable in practice or not. Read very well, study relevant statutes and procedures, since they are usually useful in the law school.

After the exam, you can look at the next stage- what to do with law or in law. Note that your result will go a long way in affording you the opportunity to prove yourself. So, prepare for the law school/exam.

I supervise law school students in my firm. Between 10 to 20 externs yearly. I counsel those who are bent on focusing too much on practice to read their books first. We take them tutorials daily and yearly, 2 or 3 of our externs make first class in the law school. First things first.

Uzzygreat:
I'm a Benin city-based lawyer, with 5 years at the bar. I have 5 years experience in litigation, real estate, and more. I'm available for this job and willing to relocate at my expense.

I'm Male

But why are you operating with a female identity?

Treat as urgent.

A new law firm owned by a senior advocate in Abuja needs a lawyer of 5 to 7 years post call to head it.
The lawyer must be very vast in litigation and procedural law.
The lawyer must be resident in Abuja or willing to relocate at his own expense.

Interested persons should indicate under this post within 2 weeks.

DamoclesCandles:
Hello everyone. I'm currently a student of one of the Nigerian universities. I was recently rusticated for examination malpractice. I'm to resume soon and I'm curious as to the effects this would have on my career. Will prospective employers ask that I provide a reason for my long stay in school? Will it affect my chances of going to law school? I've been beating myself up over my actions and I realize that knowing what comes next will be a helping factor in moving along. I'll be most appreciative of whatever answers I can get. @hidentity

For your career, it would most likely not affect you, except your school decides to lodge a proper criminal complaint and it leads to you being prosecuted and convicted. This scenario is unlikely because I do not know anybody or heard of anybody who was rusticated and then charged to court. Turning a new leaf and obtaining great grades might help you in your career as employers would be more interested in what you possess and what you have to offer, than your history in school. If you were in UK or USA, it might be different. However, there is a major bridge between you and a great career in law- THE LAW SCHOOL.

Except the practice has changed, there is a place in the law school form where you would be asked if you've committed a criminal offence before and if you were convicted. In another place, they would ask if you were ever caught for examination malpractice in school. I do not know the decision they would take if a person answers either or both in the positive. However, I suspect that it might stand on your way. Maybe with more details and facts, I might be able to explain better.

All the best.

vanida6:
That's a good development. One reason why we are not human beings is lack of laws. Today all sort crimes are common in our society. when laws are strictly adhered to, people will surely come back to their senses.

Your views here and your looks are at variance. I don't know what to say

Teespice:
End of discussion.

I am very fine and you. Speaking of which there's something I need to talk to you about... PM??

You're asking if you should PM me? Haba! Anytime.

Teespice:
Hmmmm...my lips are sealed because I am tired of talking about this.

maybe hidentity may have something to say.

Sister, I am as tired as you are. I think debating the issue is even a time-wasting adventure. Let everyone know what they want from the beginning and set out for it accordingly. How have you been, Tee?

deriana:
Hello Hidentity, I tried sending you a mail but was unable to do that. I will appreciate if there is an alternative way to contact you

Hi, Deriana. I think the mail eventually came through. I just did a reply mail. So, you can send messages now.

AngryArmani:
Good morning Hidentity. I'm so sorry, just saw your post. I can't access the email address linked to my nairaland account. Do I just type my issue here or would you prefer an alternative?

Please, type it here if there are no sensitive and confidential details.

Klass99:
Hmm! This was good to know.

My friend lacks the passion you have for legal work and the profession.

She doesn't regret studying law though, because according to her it opens doors of opportunities in non-legal fields.

All the best.

Thanks.

Klass99:
This low pay issue is one of the reasons my friend and classmate from college refused to practice after law school.She repeatedly said the legal profession/law firms don't pay well.

She veered off the legal path completely, tried to go back to it at some point, but she was so far gone it was a challenge to return, she currently works s an EA with a pay of 300k net.

Many left because of the issue of pay and are better off. While some left, made the money and realised that the fulfilment was not there as their mates eventually scaled through the rough edges, made names, fame and even wealth. Some even left because of the low pay and ended up not making the money and also losing out on the things that money cannot buy. My counsel to lawyers who seek my view is: "the money you want to chase, is it sure?" If he says yes. I tell them to go for it, make it and come back to use the money to service their passion in legal practice. That way it is a win-win situation.

I am young at the bar too (5-7) years and when I started, I had the chance of jumping ships for non-law related entities and making money, but I knew I won't be fulfilled. Law is my passion. And I believe that I can do it, become a god in the art and make a fortune. True to it, the low days are gone. The high days are not here, but careerwise and as per funds, I think I'm doing well.

Klass99:
, Does the legal profession pay this low, for experienced hires?

My neighbor's cousin finished NYSC last quarter of 2019, she earns 110k with benefits as a front desk/admin person.

It's her first job since graduation. I saw her offer letter with the pay breakdown.

And no she's not with a multinational just a regular non-profit foundation

Well, I'd say yes and no. Each depending on the law firm, its client base and capacity. I know firms that pay as low as 20k and I know those that pay as high as 400k. The firm here is a medium firm that started a few years ago. I just felt it is better for someone to have this than to have nothing. My firm pays a considerably decent wage, housing allowance, quarterly bonus and car allowance, but can't wait till such opportunity comes before I reach out to those who badly need a job. By the way, it didn't start particularly attractive at the beginning where I am too. Generally, the legal profession is struggling with the issues of low pay.

A growing law firm in Abuja has a slot for a lawyer of 4 to 6 years post call. Must be integrated in litigation and must have at least 3 years post call experience in litigation. Starting salary is between 80k to 100k.

Please dm me before the end of the month.

Nickyblithe:
Hello lawyers.

Please i have a question though its for my younger sister presently studying law. What other professional certifications she can acquire to give her an edge when she gradates that relates to your field. That is for example, i studied accounting and presently i'm a chartered accountant. She told me of Institute of Chartered Mediators & Conciliators. But i don't know if its the right one and best certification or there is another that has an upper hand than this. Please expecting a response.

Thank you

Taxation
Arbitration

diamondkween:
I need a law firm in Abuja to practice. Please I need someone I can ask some question in relation to law. Any help? Thanks in anticipation.

Please ask

AngryArmani:
Hi. I'm a 400l law student who's facing an academic issu which I fear might affect my chances of going to law school. I wonder if I could ask the most esteemed lawyers here for advice @ Hidentity

Hi. I just saw this. Apologies. Please, send me a dm, narrating the said issue. Thanks

dollarsignbloga:
No worries sir. keep up the good job sir. God bless.

Amen, you too.

dollarsignbloga:
Yea. I'm female by the way.
Great day.

I'm sorry for misrepresenting your gender. It was inadvertently done. I guess I felt the absence of the pink icon after your name led to the mistake.

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dollarsignbloga:
Op, this is an awesome thread. Pls do not let it die.

Thanks, brother. I can't do it alone. I hope people find the help the need here as per career and legal services.

diamondkween:
I need a law firm in Abuja to practice. Please I need someone I can ask some question in relation to law. Any help? Thanks in anticipation.

Ask me

ikezuora4689:
You dey train dog for house wey no be your own.....I had a fight with my neighbor because of his stupid hungry looking German Shepherd dog....I suffer rise 350k pay for house rent...one useless dog go dey bark me whenever I come back late like say na them dey pay my house rent ..... when ever the dog see me with a lady coming into the compound he will start flexing muscle excepting me to run.....to go house sometimes dey Taya me because of one useless dog....if I traveled and come back late I will decide to stay in a hotel because of the dog......just last week I came back late from travel I went to my normal hotel it's full already....the only room remaining is there vip suit 70k per night...I was like shey I dey mad ni when I get house....I decided to go home...I reach my house open my gate and drive in I didn't see the useless dog...I thought something happened to it...I was so happy I was finally free....I didn't know that the useless dog was hiding somewhere waiting for me to come out of the car.... immediately I step out of the car...the dog jump on me... What saved me was the laptop bag I was carrying because the dog was busy biting the bag....I didn't know when I slapped the dog twice...the dog ran to one corner crying....the slap was so loud that the owner have to come outside to know what was happening...I gave him a warning that if I should come home tomorrow I see the dog lose.. I will lock him and his generation up....if you like dog so much that you like to train one wait until you have your own house....you can't plant flowers in another man's compund

Claroo

ikezuora4689:
You dey train dog for house wey no be your own.....I had a fight with my neighbor because of his stupid hungry looking German Shepherd dog....I suffer rise 350k pay for house rent...one useless dog go dey bark me whenever I come back late like say na them dey pay my house rent ..... when ever the dog see me with a lady coming into the compound he will start flexing muscle excepting me to run.....to go house sometimes dey Taya me because of one useless dog....if I traveled and come back late I will decide to stay in a hotel because of the dog......just last week I came back late from travel I went to my normal hotel it's full already....the only room remaining is there vip suit 70k per night...I was like shey I dey mad ni when I get house....I decided to go home...I reach my house open my gate and drive in I didn't see the useless dog...I thought something happened to it...I was so happy I was finally free....I didn't know that the useless dog was hiding somewhere waiting for me to come out of the car.... immediately I step out of the car...the dog jump on me... What saved me was the laptop bag I was carrying because the dog was busy biting the bag....I didn't know when I slapped the dog twice...the dog ran to one corner crying....the slap was so loud that the owner have to come outside to know what was happening...I gave him a warning that if I should come home tomorrow I see the dog lose.. I will lock him and his generation up....if you like dog so much that you like to train one wait until you have your own house....you can't plant flowers in another man's compund

I think you slapped that dog with juju.

mrgoodd:
Wole olanipekun: I am experienced and I think you should accept it as a mistake.

Afe Babalola: We re big wigs and we know what we re here for.

Justice Amina: You can only change your wives opinion not mine, You think you re big ? I will cut your rank, Out of my office

But women re wicked sha, They will Embarrass you when you want to show you re a man.

Is this for real? In open court?

vickertony:
Nairaland has turned Iran land...











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Dannonye:
Thank heavens he won o
Now the Yoruba family will have a reason to buy aseobi and throw lavish parties (probably on credit)




AJ for life biko

This doesn't come as something a refined person would say. You don't insult a whole tribe because of a myopic perception of them.

pamelaayomide:
He will know I only said that because of the threat.
I will involve the security or the dreaded students in the campus.

Anything you will do, do not involve extra-judicial means. You can contact me, I will write him a letter on your behalf and let him know threat and revenge porn is a criminal act. I am a lawyer and I will do it for free.

Hizzy:
This is the out come of being IGBO he would've answered ALIYU or MOHAMMED but his parents named him Igbo name but as he has grown he would've named him self Aboki name

Does this make any sense to you?

ursullalinda:
Wonderful news.....afterall they go through same stress

Wonderful news, really but they don't go through same stress. Trust me. I also hope this will apply to other areas, including modelling.

Hear both sides first

UgoFly:
more

Hey bro. You look very familiar. You're a lawyer? 2014 law school set, Abuja?