7 volunteer lawyers from KLYLC, together with Lai Chee Hoe, the Chairperson of KLYLC stepped into Inti at around 10am. As scheduled, the event started off with a welcoming speech by the representative from Inti and a brief introduction of the KLYLC volunteer lawyers Thereafter students were divided into 4 groups, each comprising 6-7 students. 2 volunteer lawyers were assigned to each group to share their experience with the students.
Along the 1.5 hours discussion, students were actively participating and asking questions. It was a rather rewarding experience to the students. Students nowadays are not only academically inclined, but they are also interested to know more about the world outside, especially the world of the legal industry. Students were eager to know what it is like working as a lawyer, working hours, remuneration, experience, etc. More importantly, the volunteer lawyers get to see the students' passion, enthusiasm and sense of justice.
Towards the end of the session, each group appointed a representative to provide feedback. The students showed their gratitude and expressed their will of having us back again in near future. The students were glad that KLYLC had provided them with an insight of legal practice. On the other hand, KLYLC were grateful for their attendance and active participation. KLYLC also expressed its wish to seethe students contributing back to the Bar in the future.
The visit officially ended at around 12.30pm.
Prepared by: Chang Lih Yik
Pictures courtesy of Joshua Jasons