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Lawor Bessong

@laworbessong

Entry-level legal professional focused on research, drafting, and ethical legal opinions.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry-level role where I can strengthen my legal research and drafting skills, contribute to ethical case support, and work in a fast-paced team that values justice, learning, and professional growth.

I’m a law graduate (LL.B) with strong foundations in common law in Nigeria, including a Diploma in Law (DIL). I’m diligent, detail-oriented, and I focus on interpreting laws to provide clear, ethical legal opinions supported by solid research.

Through my student internship at S.W Ogar and Co. Chambers, I drafted court proceedings, maintained case files, and conducted research on statutory and case law to support arguments. I also bring clear communication and writing skills from teaching experience, plus strong legal-research tooling (Lawpavilion, Heinonline) and confidence working in fast-paced environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MS

Class Teacher

Maria Fustina Nursery and Primary School

Worked as a Class Teacher at Maria Fustina Nursery and Primary School.

CC

Clerk

Cyberlink Computers

Worked as a Clerk at Cyberlink Computers.

SC

Student Intern

S.W Ogar and Co. Chambers

Completed an internship at S.W Ogar and Co. Chambers, supporting legal processes and case work.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Calabar logoUC

University of Calabar

Diploma in Law (DIL), Law

Grade: Second Class Lower

Earned a Diploma in Law (DIL) at the University of Calabar, achieving a Second Class Lower classification.

University of Calabar logoUC

University of Calabar

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Law

Grade: Second Class Upper

Activities and societies: Member of the Law Students Association of Nigeria (University of Calabar campus), Cross River Law Students Association (CROSSLA), and Lex Fori Chamber of Justice.

Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from the University of Calabar with a Second Class Upper classification.

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Software and tools used professionally

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