Accomplished family law lawyer with over 30 years of experience across Nigeria and Canada. Admitted to the Nigerian Bar (1993), the Bar of Upper Canada (2014), and the Alberta Bar (2014). Founder of Thebil-Legal, a family law practice dedicated to advocating for vulnerable populations and mentoring internationally trained lawyers. Recognized for significant contributions to the advancement of justice, child representation, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.
- Represented immigrant lawyers and influenced inclusive remote hearing policies.
- Provided policy feedback to ensure equitable access to justice throughout the pandemic.
- Provide structured mentorship, articling opportunities, and hands-on training.
- Organized Continuing Legal Education workshops with Legal Aid Alberta.
- Personally funded breakfast meetings and events to ensure inclusivity.
- Successfully articled several students now admitted to the Alberta Bar.
- Mentor for new lawyers joining the Legal Aid Alberta roster, offering court shadowing and trial training.