AFRICA | A brilliant Nigerian lawyer, Emmanuel Oyesomi has achieved remarkable milestones in Canada, earning two separate bar admissions within a year.
On June 21, 2024, Emmanuel was called to the bar of Newfoundland, Canada, just a few weeks after completing his Master of Laws (LLM) degree at York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School in Canada.
Six months later, on December 11, 2024, he was admitted to the Law Society of Alberta as a lawyer and officially entered the Society’s roll as a member.
Reflecting on his journey on LinkedIn, Emmanuel expressed gratitude for the connections he has built and the positive impact of his legal work in Newfoundland, Canada
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“The testimonials and reviews from clients I’ve represented over the past months give me immense joy and satisfaction,” Emannuel shared.
“I’ve had the privilege of assisting clients in diverse areas such as civil matters, bankruptcy and insolvency, and complex immigration files. Helping clients navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives has been a fulfilling experience,” he added.
Emmanuel also expressed gratitude for the opportunities to work alongside exceptional colleagues during his time at Deloitte and at the law firms where he articled and practiced.
Now licensed to practice as a barrister and solicitor in Alberta, Newfoundland, and Nigeria—Africa’s largest bar—Emmanuel proudly stated that he will primarily focus his practice in Alberta.
Emmanuel looks forward to forging new connections while strengthening the ones he has already built.
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