Lethem scholar admitted to Bar, plans to practise back home

A young Lethem, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) native who left home after Grade Six on a Hinterland Scholarship, was admitted to the Bar of Guyana on Friday.

She plans to eventually return to her hometown and open her own law practice. Rennata A Nickram, who says she is the first lawyer in her family, was admitted before Justice Fidela Corbin-Lincoln in Courtroom 12 of the Supreme Court of Judicature. Her petition was presented by Attorney-at-Law Sase Gunraj of Gunraj & Co.

“Coming from Lethem, it is important to me that my professional journey does not disconnect me from my roots,” Nickram said. “I hope that, as I grow within the profession, I can use my knowledge and experience to serve others and contribute to greater access to legal services within my community.”