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Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by stonecoldcafe: 7:39pm On Oct 16, 2015
Atmmachine:
Just answer this question.
Is your fiance the only one you have give your pusssy to ??
If your answer is "NO"
Why can't you give it to this interviewer and get a good job ?? Others have been pounding you for free.
Wow! Animal...
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by bummyla(m): 7:42pm On Oct 16, 2015
GOD bless you Dear! for not settling down for the least of all men! You will definitely get a better Job in Jesus Christ Name! Amen! http://www.bummyla.com
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by stonecoldcafe: 7:46pm On Oct 16, 2015
indigene:
See you Nwa lawyer. You re also a sinner before God, if you believe in him.
Your saying committed relationship? Are you married? Committed relationship, No cheating! Likely you and your boyfriend has been changing bedsheets far more than married people.
Get married to be legit. As a lawyer don't you known what living with a man who is not statutory married to you amount to?
Y are u jumping into conclusion? Where did she state she is living with her fiance? See how you have left the major issue and now chasing shadow?
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by BuddhaPalm(m): 7:48pm On Oct 16, 2015
grin grin

So because one gentleman tried his luck, you don already start a crusade...
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by adusco(m): 7:49pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My dear,that's the way most of them behave.A lot of young female lawyers can attest to that.I once called my former boss to help me get a job with a SAN,he just told me,'that man won't let you rest till he sleeps with you,I know him very well'.That's how I just killed the thought of working with the SAN.
but are all lawyers like this? #justsaying
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by flokii: 7:49pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
I doubt that was the case.I am a grown lady who can tell when a man is seriously asking me out.If it was a test,then its very distasteful!
why you sef fine like that nw.. with such beautiful eyez

any man will want to commit you knw... pardon d interviewer..

but I still wonder why Law always gets d prettiest chicks.. WHYY
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by kaziblake(f): 7:52pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
na wa o.Its just so sickening.God will give you a better job.
amen and u too
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by citizenjuwon(m): 8:09pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o.
Am impressed with your use of tenses. I was carried away by the logical arrangements of your narratives. For lack of better expression, I would simply say I enjoyed reading your account.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 8:16pm On Oct 16, 2015
Crieff:
What are the instances when a supposed pre-employment interview crosses the line between test and harassment?
There is no law that draws such line or spell out the limits for pre-employment interview, at least non that I know of. The point is that such issue is circumstantial. Its the facts, such as the actions or conduct within such interview that will determine if the act itself amounts to sexual harassment. Such can be gotten from the relevant laws that generally prohibit sexual harrasment either within or outside workplace. And consideration of the elements that constitutes sexual harassment. However my legal counsel has not been solicited so I cant go beyond here.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Crieff(m): 8:33pm On Oct 16, 2015
Donpuzo:
There is no law that draws such line or spell out the limits for pre-employment interview, at least non that I know of. The point is that such issue is circumstantial. Its the facts, such as the actions or conduct within such interview that will determine if the act itself amounts to sexual harassment. Such can be gotten from the relevant laws that generally prohibit sexual harrasment either within or outside workplace. And consideration of the elements that constitutes sexual harassment. However my legal counsel has not been solicited so I cant go beyond here.
Bulls.

An interviewer that rose up from his seat, went all the way round to where the interviewee was seating and placed his hand on her shoulder is moral test, right? You are ridiculous.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 8:53pm On Oct 16, 2015
Crieff:
Bulls.

An interviewer that rose up from his seat, went all the way round to where the interviewee was seating and placed his hand on her shoulder is moral test, right? You are ridiculous.
Did he attempt to kiss her, did he fondl.e with her, did he physically molest her, did he expressly state that he wanted to have sex with her as a precondition for the job. Legal issues are devoid of sentiments. Stop being foolishly sentimental.

How does placing hand on someones shoulder become a conclusive act of harassment.

I am not even saying he was right or didnt sexually harass her. Are you her boyfriend?
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by bellville: 8:58pm On Oct 16, 2015
That man will ruin that firm eventually. A boss who dates his employees steals from himself.

Shop for books. Check my signature.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Crieff(m): 9:09pm On Oct 16, 2015
Donpuzo:
Did he attempt to kiss her, did he fondl.e with her, did he physically molest her, did he expressly state that he wanted to have sex with her as a precondition for the job. Legal issues are devoid of sentiments. Stop being foolishly sentimental.

How does placing hand on someones shoulder become a conclusive act of harassment.

I am not even saying he was right or didnt sexually harass her. Are you her boyfriend?
I doubt you are a lawyer. Your statements are ambiguous. You expect her to wait till the silly man assaults her?
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by foriz4u(m): 9:13pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
Did all dis happen todayhuh Sorry my dear its rlly common and even our gf's r doing it, some guys even knw y some don't. My prayer 4u is dis: may such pressure don't keep coming! because u might just gibe in someday... Dis is d reason most men don't want their wife to work cos of sexual harassment
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 9:17pm On Oct 16, 2015
Crieff:
I doubt you are a lawyer. Your statements are ambiguous. You expect her to wait till the silly man assaults her?
Nobody is saying she has to wait, her response was adequate if it was either a form of test or if it actually was an assault.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by foriz4u(m): 9:18pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My brother,I was so down when I got home,that I just had to tell my fiance everything because he sensed my counternance.There's definitely no way am going back there.Because my guess is,he will not stop asking me out.Its just so depressing for me.I just want to work and be appreciated for my intellect,not to become oga's bed warmer.
Babe go start bizness I can't guarantee u dis things will stop coming even wen u r married self men will keep chasing after u?
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Crieff(m): 9:22pm On Oct 16, 2015
Donpuzo:
Nobody is saying she has to wait, her response was adequate if it was either a form of test or if it actually was an assault.
You and this strange form of assessment.

Peace.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by lawrenceunaa: 9:32pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
he might as well try to interview ur morality. It is not sexual harassment on my on part cause I would do so to any lady not to allow an ashy in my firm.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by amanikondo: 9:34pm On Oct 16, 2015
Elegantdiva:
You are yet to encounter more. I could remember early this year, i questioned God why he created me a girl. .but such is life.
I will give you a job without asking for anything grin grin. I mean it.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 9:34pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
well countenance isn't just facial expression..It can be deduced from a person's voice.
I dont mind being educated...i do seek and embrace knowledge? Can u kindly share the authority u r quoting...i mean d dictionary...cos countenance z nt voice related
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 9:59pm On Oct 16, 2015
ECOTERRORS:
I'm happy on how you turned him down but you should have reminded him that he is harrasing you sexually which you can't tolerate. Some Men are DOGS.


God ll give you a good job.


Cc gaborone
Thanks. It's shameful and unfortunate.

God will surely pay the op back with a good job for respecting Him in the face of the temptation of a job.

Op, the bible says he that walketh righteously walketh surely. Your path is sure by God's grace.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 10:27pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
I feel really empathetic about it all. We are being harassed u is molested.

We all have our bunches of pensive experiences to share
Don't feel u alone in that ship..its not easy anywhere be rest assured its fact.

But keep ur head high and your hopes even higher.

U should go on aggressive cv submission in law firms in VI and lekki.

Best bet you will be called up soonest.

Don't loose hope drear ..not now , not ever
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by kunle75(m): 10:28pm On Oct 16, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
God will bless you for that bravity you put up even in the face of uncertainty.

Your job is on the way,and by the way i can also advise that you start looking at giving voluntary service to gain experience and develop your skill set such that you don't appear too desperate to your would be employers .

However continue to hold your head up and high your miracle is on the way.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by andyanders: 10:46pm On Oct 16, 2015
Op, you should have told him off right there in his office.He is a disgrace.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by nairaman66(m): 11:47pm On Oct 16, 2015
engrkenny:
Absolutely nothing wrong with your dressing my dear, this things happen. You just have to maintain your standard and be careful, since there are other people deciding your suitability for the job, if the job presents a lucrative career ladder for you, I would advice you don't "run away" because one superior is hitting on you, it could also be a next door neighbor, what do you do then? Run away from home?? My people have a saying that "one does not shy away from a fight for fear of being hit by a bullet". grin Lastly, this is just one of the many sexual advances you'll get in your profession, so shore up your guard and prepare to repel them...Be safe!
Best post ever! To all the males talking gibberish, you all should put yourself in her shoes or better still assume she is your sister.

But I doubt if you people will, because dumb guys don't think out of the box!!
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by nairaman66(m): 12:22am On Oct 17, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
Your experience could help buttress the claims of other ladies out there! Lets think this- Imagine if this dude has a house help at home? What about his wife's female friends visiting? Neighbors? Coupled with the fact that he is a man that represent the law, more heartbreaking!!! Ladies have been at the receiving end for too long.. Your case scenario should be reported to any bureau of Code Of Conduct! Somehow this is impossible to do in Nigeria.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by oluamid(m): 12:24am On Oct 17, 2015
Atmmachine:
Just answer this question.
Is your fiance the only one you have give your pusssy to ??
If your answer is "NO"
Why can't you give it to this interviewer and get a good job ?? Others have been pounding you for free.
See mindset.


How will you feel if as a man you go to an interview and they only measure you based on your looks?
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 12:43am On Oct 17, 2015
i think it was all part of ur interview, hence the reason why u wer asked to cme bck on monday... i wont b suprised if u wer offered the job on monday, you see try n b smart n stop playing victim fr a moment and think..
1. its normal to always maintain eye contact with someone during an interview and see how they react to the discomfort.. its like putting pressure on the person to see their reaction either through body language or hw uneasy u shift, are u retaining ur gaze, unfazed and fixed back at him or ur lookn away or at d ceiling.. its a big measure of hw confident pple are and their rxn to pressure as ur proffesion deals with various pple of different character traits.

2. from what uve said i am guessing the firm is a property/real estate firm of which its very vital to have good relationships with clients of which mostly will be married men, actually firms like dis could do with a good looking lawyer in sealing certain contracts per say and if u are dealing directly with any of said clients, ur relationship may mke or brk d contract.
3. unwanted body contact from pple is a norm qith xlients in ur field esspecially fr an attractive female, however tactfullness is favoured in handling such scenarios and not aggression.
4. as a good looking lawyer, many clients will be interested in you and how you deal with or handle the problem which is inevitable n key to ur success and that of the firm.. this is where smarts play a part in... concentrate on sealing d business part and relegate the hooking up part as much as u can... all using wit and tactfullness without offending the other party even tho ur d one supposed to feel offended. perhaps u should have told ur boss(supposedly cos u mite still get d job) that u guys should finish with the interview first as u are not a person who likes to mix business with pleasure and that perhaps anoda time u cn talk about that...(note: u still will tell him no, but not at that time when ur priority z d job).

i think ur very smart and a good lawyer but u need more than a good degree and book smarts to land a job... u need to be witty but tactfull and job smart as well... fyi i may be very wrong and maybe he just wanted to sleep with u... but the optimistic me thinks a lawyer like him is not dumb, and seeing u wer even referred from a person he has workd with before.. ur story is nt very convincing... n i think if u do gt dt job that it wuld b based on ur referal..cos to me.. u failed ur interview... buh hell i might b wrong.

queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Nobody: 12:49am On Oct 17, 2015
always focus on d details...d little details...d devil is always in d details...
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by Crieff(m): 12:51am On Oct 17, 2015
louismane:
i think it was all part of ur interview, hence the reason why u wer asked to cme bck on monday... i wont b suprised if u wer offered the job on monday, you see try n b smart n stop playing victim fr a moment and think..
1. its normal to always maintain eye contact with someone during an interview and see how they react to the discomfort.. its like putting pressure on the person to see their reaction either through body language or hw uneasy u shift, are u retaining ur gaze, unfazed and fixed back at him or ur lookn away or at d ceiling.. its a big measure of hw confident pple are and their rxn to pressure as ur proffesion deals with various pple of different character traits.

2. from what uve said i am guessing the firm is a property/real estate firm of which its very vital to have good relationships with clients of which mostly will be married men, actually firms like dis could do with a good looking lawyer in sealing certain contracts per say and if u are dealing directly with any of said clients, ur relationship may mke or brk d contract.
3. unwanted body contact from pple is a norm qith xlients in ur field esspecially fr an attractive female, however tactfullness is favoured in handling such scenarios and not aggression.
4. as a good looking lawyer, many clients will be interested in you and how you deal with or handle the problem which is inevitable n key to ur success and that of the firm.. this is where smarts play a part in... concentrate on sealing d business part and relegate the hooking up part as much as u can... all using wit and tactfullness without offending the other party even tho ur d one supposed to feel offended. perhaps u should have told ur boss(supposedly cos u mite still get d job) that u guys should finish with the interview first as u are not a person who likes to mix business with pleasure and that perhaps anoda time u cn talk about that...(note: u still will tell him no, but not at that time when ur priority z d job).

i think ur very smart and a good lawyer but u need more than a good degree and book smarts to land a job... u need to be witty but tactfull and job smart as well... fyi i may be very wrong and maybe he just wanted to sleep with u... but the optimistic me thinks a lawyer like him is not dumb, and seeing u wer even referred from a person he has workd with before.. ur story is nt very convincing... n i dnt think if u gt d job that it wuld b based on ur referal..cos to me.. u failed ur interview... buh hell i might b wrong.
You should stop playing ostrich. She's employed to offer professional options and solutions to clients problem and not nanny them out baby seat them... If the client wants more... Go somewhere else.
You guys should learn to stand up to bulls**t in whatever form. Quit kissing a**. And if you decide to, be sure it is on your term and not that you're being compelled to.
Re: My Sordid Experience As A Female Lawyer Job Hunting. by mikolo80: 1:11am On Oct 17, 2015
queenfav:
My joy knew no bounds when my landlord's wife called a lawyer she once worked with to get me an interview appointment with his firm. Despite my tiredness after the POP ceremony, I managed to wake up early to get there by 8.am. My hopes were high with the possibility of getting a job barely 24hrs after POP. That's how I waited till 10.am o, before the man showed up. He ushered me into his office, and the interview began.

First off, I pride myself as a lady who dresses decently both for corporate and for casual occasions. So, this wasn't a case of immoral dressing on my part. That's how the managing partner interviewing me started looking at me to the point of me wondering if something was amiss. The next thing he said was, "you look really smart, and pretty. I like you already counsel."I just mumbled "thank you Sir". As a lawyer, he asked some pretty tough scenario based questions, which I scaled through by giving my legal opinion. He then asked for my credentials, which I proceeded to give him. That was when the man proceeded to leave his seat and placed his hand on my shoulder. I was so pertrified! I shook free and he got the message that he should keep his hands to his damn self.

The interview then took a personal turn. He started asking about my relationship status. I quickly responded that I was engaged. His reply was "me too am married, can't you see my ring", I like you a lot...you are a very pretty lady. I am sure a lot of judges are fighting over you in this state. Your credentials are great, you seem smart, just my kind of woman..what if I want to date you?". I was so shocked!! That was when I told him straight off that I don't date married guys, let alone one who may become my boss. Also that I am in a very committed relationship and don't condole cheating. He was a bit stunned, but took it in good faith. He asked a few other questions before ending the interview, saying his other partners would interview me on monday, that's when I will know if I am getting the job.

This experience left me very shocked and sad, that an interviewer would blatantly ask me out. Whatever happened to work ethics and morality? I just hope I don't get experiences like this again. Its very insulting and demeaning to say the least. Please, Nigerian men this is so wrong. A woman should be interviewed and hired for her brains and academic intellect, not because she is pretty and you just want a new plaything. I was so close to insulting him, I just had to keep calm and address the issue in a very firm way. May God help all female jobseekers o. If there's anything I am not ready to do is to sleep with any man, because he is in a position to give me a job. Not after 6 years invested into my legal career. Not now, not ever!
for your mind you don turn hero ba. very dull lawyer. you just left an animal on the lose and you had it in your sights. Wey you for arrange meeting for hotel con come with your guys armed with camera and recording devices.
you get the job
you calm the bastard down
and you save the next girl Who night not be in a position to refuse
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