By Staff Writer
Seven recent graduates of the Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law at the University of Liberia was on Monday admitted into the Monsterrado County Bar Association.
The colourful program was held in the courtroom of the Civil Law Court for Montserrado County. Admitting the law school graduates as Attorneys-At-Law, Judge George W. Smith reminded them that the primary purpose of the legal profession, the black Gown aristocracy society is a profession that “presides over a dispute resolution system bottomed upon the proposition that the truth will” be revealed.during courtroom trials.
He said, in courtroom trials, there are two classes of thought, the Giant-Seeker Lawyers vs. Truth-Seeker Lawyers. According to him, there are some lawyers who believe that primarily the legal profession, particularly as it relates to trial litigations trial as a battle ground, a theater, a drama in the courtroom, with victory going to the most skilled, sophisticated and intellectual Lawyers.
This class of lawyers, he said, is called Giant-Seeker Lawyers. While, some lawyers think that the primary purpose of the legal profession as it relates to trial litigation is aimed at seeking the truth as to what really happened as to the issues being litigated.
This class of lawyers, he noted is known as Truth-Seeker Lawyers. “While skill, sophistication and intellectuality are essential tools of a good lawyer; unfortunately, these tools are sometime abused in ways to overcome the truth of those issues in litigation ” Smith noted. He said. “I submit, therefore, that the Giant-Seeker Lawyers must be disappointed, while the Truth-Seeker Lawyers must be comforted;
The President of Liberia National Bar Association, (LNBA), Cllr Bonar Varmah said, the program marks a significant milestone in the lives of the newly admitted attorneys, who have worked diligently to earn the right to be called members of this noble profession.
“To our newly admitted colleagues, I extend my heartfelt congratulations. Your journey has been one of perseverance, commitment, and discipline. The law is not merely a career; it is a calling-one that demands integrity, professionalism, and a dedication to justice. . Always conduct yourselves with the highest ethical standards, treat your clients and colleagues with respect, and remember that the law is an instrument of justice, not a tool for personal gain,” Cllr. Varmah noted. He however told the lawyers that challenges ahead will be many, but with perseverance and a commitment to excellence, :you will rise above them. You must never compromise your principles, and you must always be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.:
Those admitted include Lauren N. Sesay, Romeo G. Clarke, Jr., Cianna P. Smith, Theresa D. Bright, Frederick J. Barclay, Dennis E. Kronakumo and Kulee C. Varfley.
