Thoughts on the column at three

It’s funny how time flies, April 2013 was the first time we came into print with ‘Common mistakes young lawyers should avoid’, then it was like we would never stand the test of time of giving our readers consistent and useful tips on how to grow in the profession. We at ‘Young Lawyers Column’ do […]

It’s funny how time flies, April 2013 was the first time we came into print with ‘Common mistakes young lawyers should avoid’, then it was like we would never stand the test of time of giving our readers consistent and useful tips on how to grow in the profession. We at ‘Young Lawyers Column’ do what we do for the benefit of young lawyers in the profession and so have decided to listen to what you have to say about the column three years down the road:
“The column is a good thing, it creates awareness and educates the society about lawyers and the judiciary; it also discusses contemporary issues from a young lawyer’s perspective and serves as a viable information dissemination platform.” Titus Samson Gurumtet Esq (Nnamonso Ekanem & Co, Kaduna)
“As a young lawyer the column is highly educative and incisive, but I think there is the need for the columnist to write more on how young lawyers can improve their skills and knowledge in order to excel in the noble profession.” Suleiman I. Kufena Esq {BL Aliyu & Associates. Kaduna}.
“It is difficult to be a young lawyer in Nigeria. The column has brought to light some of the problems faced by young lawyers, and taught us how best to navigate through the system and become lawyers of integrity, intelligence and character.” Abraham Sallau Esq (Attorney at Greenfields Solicitors & Associates, Abuja).
“The column is an eye opener and serves as a voice for young lawyers in the profession who don’t have a voice, thereby creating a platform for our voices to be heard.” F.I Gandu Esq (Zira & Co, Kaduna).
“This column has been a great source of inspiration to me as a young lawyer. At a time like this, when young lawyers are poorly paid and their welfare taken for granted by their principals, this column has served as a source of encouragement and empowerment to many. It has emphatically stressed the need for a proper packaging garnished with serious hard work and help of God by young lawyers which sooner or later translates into successful legal practice.” Kudofoke Oluwatosin Deyon Esq (J.B Majiyagbe & Co. Kano).
“To be candid with you, the column is a very good development. There is a way those who are not lawyers look at the law, but the column has made them understand the workings of the Nigerian legal system in plain and simple language… Keep it up.” Elisha K. Duniya Esq (O.O. Olowokure & Co. Kaduna).
“This column is what I call prim and proper young lawyer material where young lawyer leaders consider their mandate of organising discuss at NBA conferences amidst plethora of problems plaguing today’s new wigs, including receiving wages not fit for office assistants in any self-respecting organisation. Its awareness value is prime time equal for young lawyers. Congratulations for having sustained this column despite the pressure of law practice.” Emmanuel Onyedi Wingate Esq (Sterling Partnership, Lagos).
 “The column has been a source of knowledge and information for junior lawyers. The opinions expressed therein have been well worth the read and should be encouraged to reach a wider readership.” Amani Ayuba Esq (1st Hierarchy Legal & Professional Services, Abuja).
“As a law student, the column has given me an idea of what to expect from the profession when I am eventually called to Bar through relevant topics that aim at the betterment of young lawyers and the legal profession as a whole. I think the column is growing and getting better by the day.” Nicholas Cletus Oche {Law student on court attachment}.
“The column is quite enriching to young legal minds as well as those who are aspiring to and have actually made decision to aspire to the level of a proper legal practitioner. I associate with both the column and the writer anytime and always.” Aguku John Esq a Legal Practitioner based in Abuja.
“The column is a must read for every young lawyer. ‘Teach me how to fish’ and ‘what to post on social media’ are my favourites, they are wake up calls to young lawyers who want to get rich quick but still doing routine stuff. The favourite part is that a young lawyer writes it. Always fun to read and well written… keep it up.” Swan Stephen Esq {Ministry of Justice, Kaduna}.
Esteemed appreciation to all colleagues who found time in busy schedule to drop a comment on our three- year anniversary. Apologies to those whose comments could not be included due to space constraint, and to all our followers and supporters online, God bless and Godspeed!
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