Inspiring! After 3 Years, Nigerian Born Lawyer Buys Company Where He Worked As Intern In Canada [Photos]
The inspirational story of a Nigerian born legal practitioner, Charles Osuji, who has bought a law firm where he was once an articling student is trending on the internet. Osuji, who is based in Canada, took to LinkedIn to show off the new look of the law firm.
Narrating how it all started, Osuji said he was new in Canada at the time and was therefore looking for an articling position as a student lawyer.
An articling student is more like an intern in a law firm.
He explained that he was given an opportunity by a lawyer called Mr Smith after applying to several firms.
He bought over the firm after 3 years
As he has now bought over the firm, the name has changed to Osuji & Smith.
Osuji said: “I landed my one and only interview with my former Principal, Mr. Smith. One shot. I took it, and got my foot in the door, and eventually bought out the firm less than 3 years later.”
New office building of Osuji and Smith
Now, he has built a new office complex. He shared photos of the new office on LinkedIn and got many people inspired.
“My previous location could no longer take on the growth, especially my need to give back and give more people an opportunity to succeed – especially folks that look like me.
“So, I built a second table, a second location: a brand new, stand-alone modern building.
“Few weeks ago, my staff and I celebrated the 5th anniversary of Osuji & Smith. 5 years ago, I bought the firm with just 7 staff members. Now, we are more than 24 and growing.”
Social media users congratulate Charles Osuji
Ben-kingsley Nwashara said, “Congratulations Charles Osuji. Just to reiterate that I must work in your Firm as soon as I get myself ready to come to Canada. It’s one of my goals in my career as a lawyer. Thank you sir.”
Prince Johnson Audu said: “This is lovely and heartwarming. Well done Charles Osuji , you are truly an inspiration to the younger generation and a beacon of hope to people who follow your path to get their foot in the door. Well done again bro..you have done well. Proud of you.”
Tobi Alfred Ayanleke said: “Congrats bro Charles Osuji! Trailblazer!”
