The application process at DATAS is straightforward and guided. There are certain prerequisites that you must satisfy to be considered for the bursary award. The follow-up support is also encouraging and one of the obligations under the bursary is that you must perform well at the end of each semester, ensuring that you maintain the required GPA levels.
My journey to where I am today was not a bed of roses. As a student, you face obstacles that may seem difficult to overcome but those challenges have shaped my character. I have always been a humble, well-rounded, self-motivated, diligent young lady and possessing these attributes has always guaranteed my success.
I would often state that the most challenging time throughout my journey was the global pandemic. Living in a foreign country, adapting to a new culture away from family and being faced with a pandemic that contributed to border closure in Trinidad and Tobago was challenging. I had to maintain a brave face while remaining motivated behind the tears because there was still a goal to achieve.
Today, I am grateful for that experience because I am more patient and less stressed when faced with arduous circumstances, attributable to my career path.
What I love the most about my career is that it creates an avenue to be an advocate for others.
After completing the LPC, I was required to complete six (6) months of in-service training with a Senior Attorney before being called to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Trinidad and Tobago, where I was registered on the Roll of the Attorneys-at-Law and entitled to practice as an Attorney in Trinidad and Tobago.
Currently, I work in my private practice and I am a part of the Legal Department at the Division of Tourism.
Yes, I would choose the same career for myself. However, there is room for other business ventures, as having multiple streams of income is my aim.
A few tips that I can give to aspiring Attorneys are:
a. No man is an island and networking with other professionals in this field is beneficial, not only to yourself but the other individuals as well. Creating impactful connections provides a stronger support network, improves your business or career growth and may build your clientele.