I'm a lawyer with many hats and interests, and it’s been a long while since I wrote, so forgive any lapses.

 

I am particularly interested in social development, international corporate law, business law and management, and human rights. A lot, right?!

 

Honestly, I’m just at that point where I’m still trying to be absolutely clear on where I want to specialize. I know, though, that active practice is really not for me and by active practice, I mean going to court how many times a week, announcing appearances, etc. I would much rather work in the background, developing and implementing innovative solutions to promote sustainable development across Africa, especially in Nigeria. I also enjoy drafting/reviewing agreements, signing documents and offering expert legal advice to help companies maximize their profit and growth potentials through effective corporate and data governance policies. 

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As an African lady in Africa, about 90% of the people I share my career preferences with say things like it’s expected that you prefer in-house practice because you are a woman. But come on! Putting ‘being a woman’ aside (whatever they mean by active practice isn’t for women), I know active practice does not suit me.

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Aside from in-house practice, I also have my heart set on academia. School has always been a big part of my life, and while it may seem like so much mental work, for me, it is more like my safe zone, my haven. The rush I get from research work, especially! It is like downing a bottle of ice-cold Fanta on a super hot afternoon (okay, it may not be that deep, but you get the idea).

 

Since I have my eye on academia as my ultimate goal, I plan to go all the way to the doctorate level within a reasonable period. To succeed at this, I need to keep sharpening my research, analytical and writing skills; this is where this blog comes in. 

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In a bid to advance in the profession and prepare for my extensive research days ahead, I decided to get back into writing and focus squarely on legal issues.

 

How often will I be posting? As often as the Spirit leads.

 

What will I write about? I will post mostly on international corporate/business law, human rights and business management topics.

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So, that's me in a nutshell. I'd love for you to fill out the form below so I get to know more about you, my precious reader. 

 

HAPPY READING!

 

--- Amaka Onyechi