Four years ago, I left the shores of Nigeria to pursue a higher education at the University of Ottawa. I know most people when they are younger are not sure of what career path to follow, ye I always knew I wanted to be a lawyer. Ever since I could remember, I have always felt deep compassion towards other human beings. It is disappointing to watch people lose their basic human rights. My program has educated me and changed my worldly views. Women's Studies, for instance, has enlightened me on the injustices in this world. In Nigeria, I did notice injustices like the working class being mistreated by the wealthy, sexism, among other inequalities. While, in Canada, I came in contact with different types of oppressions I was not aware of in my home country. The Women's Studies discipline enables me to understand the world in a different light. It has created an awareness of how different every individual …show more content…
This gives a unique experience when compared to other lawyers. I feel I can make a distinct contribution to the legal profession with this social identity. I intend to represent marginalized individuals who are unable to employ available legal services. My social identity as a minority provides me with insight and a common understanding with other individuals, which would be beneficial to my legal profession.
High ethical standards are a requirement of being a lawyer. To uphold the law and deliver justice, I need to be in upright standing with the law. I consider myself to be a law-abiding citizen, I have not had any difficulties upholding the law in Nigeria and Canada. Also being a lawyer, means being a representative of the law. This means not having conflicting interests with the law. I know I am actively working with others to maintain the integrity of the legal profession. I would consider other lawyers as inspiration to be exceptional and not as competition, in spite of how competitive the market is