FOURTY-FIVE new graduate lawyers from the University of the South Pacific who were admitted to the bar last week were reminded of the heavy responsibility they now carry.
Chief Justice Salesi Temo, while commending the new lawyers for achieving this important milestone, encouraged them to keep learning as much as they could.
“Never hesitate to seek guidance from senior practitioners,” Justice Temo said while addressing them.
“Many have decades of courtroom experience and valuable lessons to share.”
He also reminded them to uphold the highest ethical standards.
“Above all, be polite and remain honest.”
Graduate Kenneth Dauloloma reflected on his path to the bar, describing the past five years as both demanding and transformative.
“I am deeply honoured to have been admitted to the Fiji High Court,” Mr Dauloloma said.
“I also wish to pay special tribute to my late grandmother, Adi Laisani Moceisawana, and my late father, Theo Koot, whose memories continue to inspire me.”
He also thanked close relatives for their “constant encouragement and belief in me”.
His colleague Nandita Natasha Naidu also shared her joy at completing the law program despite a challenging five-year journey filled with life-changing events.
“I’m excited to embark on this new chapter in my legal career,” Ms Naidu said. “It was an honour to have Richard Naidu move my petition, and I’m equally thrilled to be joining the outstanding litigation team led by Ronal Singh at Munro Leys.
“I look forward to the opportunities ahead and to contributing meaningfully in this next stage of my journey.”
The admission ceremony was held at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva.
