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LegitBoy:
Good morning sir, please i"m about filling the Externship form I told you about..which area should I fill sir?

Wuse 2. I think you're given the option to write the name of a firm? If yes, send me a pm, I'll let you know.

remi1444:
I am a 100lvl student of AAU, am sorry for derailing this thread learned monks.
an argument ensues between myself and my fellows in class, i wish to know the laws view on this question: Can a lawyer acts as a counsel on a suit against him (civil case) putting the philosophy of Nemo jude in sua causa in consideration

He can, but it is not advisable. In that case he won't be dressed in wig and gown. The principle of nemo judex in causa sua (you cannot be a judge in your own case) is not that you can't make your case or defend same. It is just that you have no right to be a judge in your own case. The scenario painted above is being your own counsel, not a judge determining the issues in question. Remember that ordinarily, a person can defend himself in person or through a counsel of his choice in Court. A lawyer still remains a person whose right to defend himself is not prevented just because he was called to the bar. But to ensure professionalism, increase chances of success and avoid an abuse of legal procedure, it is advisable and safer to get a lawyer.

Easy to figure out. Especially with the cameramen in the original pictures not bothered by the sudden 'insanity' of the person they were meant to celebrate.

Goldblacks:
I want to venture out o, except I a see a good litigation firm that pays well.I don tire

There are many litigation firms that pay well. Maybe you've not applied to any, or maybe they have their requirements which you must meet.

sweettease:
More plausible than the attention seeking rubbish they came up with, talk about making a mountain out of a molehill, the way some people react sha

Yeah, this. I was impressed that you saw it beyond the lenses of bias. Most ladies will nail him, regardless.

Goddys:
Sir, with all due respect and as a learned member of the bar trained to have an eagle's eye, you ought to have noticed these stringent conditions at a glance. One of the conditions is having a deep fluency in Yoruba language. I don't need to point out others...

At first, I was going to respond in the manner you responded vis-a-vis your first paragraph, but I advised myself against it. You don't bark corrections at people regardless of your age, status, idea of yourself, opinion of your knowledge or achievement. To think I didn't even see the said conditions is strange, because I did. Trust me, there are more than enough lawyers that fit into that class, and when they make use of that opportunity, we are one short of unemployed lawyers.

When I first saw that condition, I felt it was unfair, but then, that entity isn't owned by the government, so the feeling of entitlement and balance may not absolutely apply. He or she can choose to employ whoever he or she wants. Secondly, with your eagle eyes (which must be coupled with a sharp mind and attention to details), you should have discerned that such person may have to deal with local or grassroots people who do not have a grasp of English language. Since you're eagle-eyed, you should have read that part in conjunction with schedule 3, clause 2. That might have informed you that the NGO is dealing mostly on human rights and the individuals being dealt with may be indigents who are in a Yoruba dominated environment.

With all sense of discretion, I take exception to your first paragraph. Please friend, as a lawyer, be guided in your language. Typing or reacting should only come after comprehension and an exhaustive appreciation of an issue for deliberation. All the learned member of the bar trained to have eagle's eye part is very unnecessary. No one is trying to steal a march here. Let us try our best for our friends, and let people who are in need of help get it instead of creating a storm in a tea cup.

Now, I suppose I understand the circumstance birthing the question. Let me be brief. If a person on the forum is ALLOWED to cuss other members and different people of the country to PROMOTE traffic, an action can find its way in the breach of public peace. Where EVERYONE spread hate speeches and NOTHING is done to curb it, it vests the said outfit with the garment of one created for the purpose of spreading and promoting hate. If one can SEE that the OWNER PURPOSELY ignored the anomaly, there is a cause of action by a person or group of people affected. HOWEVER, you should pay attention to the capitalized words and phrases. They are factors that must be established to exist before instituting such action. It is hard to show that a forum that bans people making offensive comments and screen certain words is PURPOSELY promoting such, but it is not IMPOSSIBLE.
NOTE: Any legal opinion I express here does not represent an exhaustive position of the law on that subject. So, you can meet your lawyer.

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Sapiosexuality:
Hate among users and state. Let's say I'm just a visitor.

I still feel the necessary questions to ensure clarity and understanding of the said hate, circumstance it is promoted, the nature of the hate and whether it is even hate are yet to be answered. If you're the one who wants to sue here, I have not seen how you have the legal right to sue. You admitted that you're a visitor (you're not affected by the said hate), and you have not stated that the people against whom hate is being promoted have approached you to take up their case. I think we need to be more clear. If it bothers on human rights, then any member of the public can take it up, but this is not. Or maybe, if you explain better, it can be.

Also note, if the said hate is the type on Nairaland i.e tribal bashing and those crass remarks, you cannot sue Nairaland or Seun Osewa. Ordinarily, each member of a forum like this is solely responsible for whatever he or she posts and the consequence. This was even made clear by the content you'll see prior to making any post. An outfit of this type cannot be in control of the thought and expression of its members or visitors. The best it can do is to review each post, which I notice is done automatically by the screening of words like "I.diots". From the number of posts that are written daily, the review articles in news websites get prior to publishing cannot apply here. So, again, I ask for a detailed explanation.

Sapiosexuality:
Lawyers in the house I have a question. Is it possible to sue a website or forums that promote hate and what will the charges be like? Thank you.

Promote hate? How? Hate to who? What is your relationship with the people against whom hate are purportedly promoted?

wasak:
I went through the it, the conditions aren't too stringent, but the tone used is a very strict tone, more like a no-nonsense tone.

No job should allow nonsense. I believe you're a no nonsense person too. So, apply

Goddys:
please check this out but before applying carefully read the terms. I couldn't apply because the terms seem arbitrary to me

http://jacobsandbigaels.com/careers.html

Honestly, I do not think the conditions are too stringent. Maybe they didn't make the point clear. Or is there anything there I need to explain to you better?

I'll advise you to apply. Life is discouraging enough, we should encourage ourselves and not pull out already. Try it

LegitBoy:
Hello sir, i'm a student at NLS Abuja currently. Made a 2.1 in uni and i'm working towards graduating excellently from law school too. Please what are things you think i should start putting in place to increase my chances of gainful employment after call? i'm really scared to be honest . Not that i'm not good and open to learning but it seems i have to "know someone" which i don't.

You guys shoulf help me because i'm getting discouraged daily

Take it easy, my brother. Do not because of the fear of the unknown lose out on the known. Concentrate first. This may sound more philosophical than realistic, but I am convinced that success is among the cheapest commodity you can 'purchase' with the right negotiating skills. Work hard, repeat your 2:1 feat in the law school and ensure you understand the principles, not just to cram. I am in Abuja. When it is time for your internship, I will be willing to help you with a slot in the firm (provided you can work your way to getting posted to the firm). I will ensure you're taken and not rejected.

After this, hard work, creativity, esteem and excellence exuded by you will afford you a place for service and then maybe eventually, employment.

Regards

Goldblacks:
Hi everyone,
It looks like this thread is for new wigs, quite difficult to get a useful law career thread like this. Thumbs up to @Hidentity.
I was called in 2005 & also have an MBA. I am looking for a Solicitor/ Company Secretary job.
Thanks

Welcome. You are a senor lawyer, and I hope new wigs will learn a lot from your experience and the struggle so far. I am 4 years at the bar, but I feel when the need arises, I can share my experience and drop hints for colleagues both on a professional level and starting a promising career in law.

Apart from your academic credentials, what practice experience do you have? And with exactitude, in what area of practice lies your strength and passion?

noblealuu:
@Hidentity,

Thank you very much. I have sent her CV to you. God bless you!

Received. Again, I am not making any promise, but I will try my best for her and help her be on the lookout. Regards

wasak:
I got your pm but I can't login. This is my other mail jumniyi@gmail.com. I'll delete it once you get it. Thank you

Copied

wasak:
Sorry I'm no longer using the mail with which I registered. How else can I reach you?

I'll send a mail

Lawyers seeking job can apply here too. They stated on their website that they are hiring. http://churchfields-solicitors.com/

wasak:
Can I send you a pm?

Please, do.

wasak:
It appears many law firms do not post the vacancies, most time one has to visit law firms and apply in person, or get someone to refer you.

And also, most top law firms now do not recruit through the usual mode of taking in applications and all again. Most are based on recommendations.

noblealuu:
Hi
kindly assist a friend who just finished NYSC last December 2017 with links to apply for jobs as a Lawyer.

She's 28years.
Got a Second Class Upper
Location : Lagos most preferred
Experience :1 Year post Call to Bar(NYSC).

Thank you all.

Btw I'm not a Lawyer but I love lawyers

Wasak has properly addressed it. Most law firms will want you to reside within the jurisdiction of where you are seeking the job. Even law firms in the island may be reluctant to employ a person in the mainland due to the distance, traffic and likely emergency.

I am not making any promise, but you may send her Resume/CV to me. IF anything comes up, then fine. I am not in Lagos, but I will talk to colleagues in Lagos. I also hope that asides her 2:1, she can defend her grades and do well in job exams and interviews?

She should also google up names of law firms/top law firms in the area she wants to apply to, visit their websites and apply through their career links or career email addresses.

uzoclinton:
... Some people are not fit to call themselves sculptors ooo....

My honest opinion. The sculptor should be tracked down, caught and forced to apologise to Michael Essien, that's after reimbursing the money he collected to commit the atrocity..

Lol. You cracked me up

Treash:
Itz Treash in the houz. Am a legal practitioner of 3yrs, in Ogun state.

Welcome, friend

NEW LAW FIRM IN OSUN STATE RECRUITING

A new law firm in Osun State is looking to recruit young dynamic lawyers.

*Requirements*
1. Minimum of 2-2 in University and Law School (lower grades with demonstrable experience can apply)
2. NYSC discharge/exemption certificate
3. 1-5 years post qualification experience
4. Flair for litigation and good drafting skills
5. Management skills

Attractive salary, good work environment, accommodation and other benefits.

Send CV to adamilarebi2017@gmail.com on or before *17th January 2018*.

VACANCY

Aluko and Oyebode is currently seeking to hire enthusiastic and exceptional individuals to fill the position of Associates within our Corporate & Commercial practice (Intellectual Property)
The successful candidates will report to Senior Associates and/or Partner(s) to deliver and drive operational excellence in the Firm and promote the growth of the brand.

Qualifications, experience and attributes

LLB(Hons) Law – Minimum of 2:1 from a reputable University
BL(Law School) – Minimum of 2:1
LLM - will be an added advantage but not compulsory.
Junior Lawyer: 3-5 Years
Senior Lawyer: 6-10 Years
Good knowledge of the financial services and Capital Markets industry
Strong stakeholder engagement and management
Excellent judgement, exceptional technical legal abilities, Analytical skills, intellectual ability and commercial acumen; capability to develop and articulate clear strategic options and plan effective implementation in the context of a high volume of work and in a situation calling for fast-paced decision making.

Interested candidates to send updated cv to careers@aluko-oyebode.com

Hello,

I wish everybody here a happy new year in advance. For law students who are interested in internship with top firms, corp members and lawyers seeking employment, I feel this is an opportunity as most law firms recruit when the year begins. Try out the following:

J.B Daudu and Co
Wole Olanipekun and Co
Olujimi and Akeredolu
Ahmed Raji and Co
Aelex
ACAS-Law (Adepetun, Caxton-Martins, Agbor and Segun)
Aina Blankson
Paul Usoro
Aluko and Oyebode
Simonscooper partners
Ajumogobia and Okeke
G. Elias and co
Udo Udoma and Bello Osagie
Odujurin and Adefulu
Abdulai, Taiwo and co
Templars
Akanbi and Wigwe
Banwo and Ighodalo
Ikeyi and Arifayan
Olaniwun Ajayi
Ricky Tarfa and Co
RotimI Williams and Co
Rotimi Jacob and co
Yusuf Ali and co
Blackfriars
Femi Okunnu and co
Femi Falana and Co
Punuka Attorneys and Solicitors
Afe Babalola and Co
Babalakin and Co.
Akinboro and Co
Esher and Makarios

All the best, friends.

olaxx:
Is that you raising your head above water ?

Lolz. Nairaland people!

As received (not confirmed)

Udo Udoma Bello-Osagie has slots for 6 MALE fresh law school students. This is in a bid to balance the gender quota as they have more female workers.

If you’re interested, please send your CV to recruitment@uubo.org and CC Queenie.orji@uubo.org as well.

Was it a cat I saw

Mrop:
Author of a book called unbecoming and actress Toke makinwa Show off Her brand, her expensive customised bag in this makeup free Photo.

Who else is feeling the natural beauty. Do you think she's OKay without makeup?


Gist from Praizeblog
http://www.praizeblog.com/2017/11/toke-makinwa-show-off-her-expensive.html?m=0

Unbecoming or On becoming?

mcstan01:
Cool

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Antecote:
I know a lot of posts have been created concerning graduating with a 2.2 but I haven't come across any post with regards to having a 2.2 in law hence the reason for this post.

My younger sister just graduated from a state university with a 2.2, which makes her a 2.2 llb holder, she graduated with a cgpa of 3.4. This has made her really depressed and sad as she has even refused to resume at the Nigerian law school. I work in a bank that hires only First Class and 2.1 so I know what individuals in other fields with a 2.2 go through now

my question is this do 2.2 llb holders also go through this discrimination while searching for a job or their grades doesn't really matter so long they have been called to bar, what are the chances of success of a 2.2 llb holder
please I really need opinion and advise because I really don't know how to speak to her or what to tell her,

Please mynd44 this is very important
Cc: lalasticlal.a and other lawyers in here.

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A lot of other factors are considered apart from grades. Although, most firms are attracted to you by your good grades and then it creates an opportunity for you to show other qualities. Meeting the person and quizzing her on what she did in 5 years as a student vis-a-vis law related and other events can also help.

My take will be for her to first seek a very active firm and garner sufficient knowledge. She should work at being deft in a field of law. Then after two or three years, she should apply to bigger firms. By then, her experience and versatility in that field will come in place of the grade. But again, she still has the law school advantage. A first class or a second class upper will help to an extent.

One hint is: While in the law school, let her choose a good firm for her externship and be up and doing (grade is not considered at this stage) She should also be well behaved. Then, that will give her an edge to serve there as a corps member. Those two chances make it easier for her to make a point. If she could convince them as a corps member by zeal and brilliance, getting a job with the firm should be easier.