Nour Nader has Become a Fully Qualified Lawyer Admitted Before the Lebanese Courts After Successfully Passing the Beirut Bar Appeal Exam

22 August 2023

Nour Nader (Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Law LLM, 2020) says:

It is with great joy and gratitude I announce that I have become a fully qualified lawyer, admitted before the Lebanese courts, after successfully passing the rigorous Beirut Bar Appeal exam. This achievement marks the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and unwavering determination.

Over three years ago, I embarked on my litigation journey by conquering the first bar exam and qualifying as a trainee lawyer. However, my path took an unexpected turn when I decided to explore new horizons and opportunities. Enrolling in the prestigious LLM program in Energy Law at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), I was privileged to study under amazing professors who not only increased my knowledge with their expertise on the subject but also broadened my perspectives.

Prior to joining QMUL, I had assumed that my legal career would be confined to litigation. However, my experiences at the university brought me out of that notion. Encountering outstanding mentors who possessed an international outlook, I realized that I could pursue an international career and simultaneously achieve my dream of becoming a fully qualified lawyer.
Initially, I questioned whether it would be possible to work and study abroad and simultaneously continue my legal qualification in Lebanon. Considering that, after becoming a Trainee Lawyer, I had to fulfil multiple criteria such as attending course organized by the Beirut Bar Association in order to qualify for the second bar exam. 

But it was the support and encouragement from the incredible people around me that changed my perspective. Interacting with a diverse community of like-minded individuals, I came to understand the power of determination and the value of continuous learning and growth. 

After completing my course at QMUL, I seized the opportunity to join as a legal consultant at Enhesa in Brussels, an experience that further enriched my legal understanding and international exposure. This journey taught me the invaluable lesson of resilience—the ability to face challenges head-on and adapt to new circumstances.

I am immensely grateful for the support, opportunities, and friendships that have shaped my path. Without the unwavering belief of amazing individuals and the university's conducive environment, this achievement would not have been possible.
As I start this new chapter as a fully qualified lawyer, I am filled with a sense of responsibility and determination to contribute positively to the legal profession and society.  

To my fellow students and aspiring professionals, I want to encourage you to dream big and believe in your potential. Your journey may be challenging, but with perseverance and the support of an amazing community, you can achieve remarkable feats.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the university, the esteemed faculty members, and my fellow peers for being part of this transformative experience. My time at QMUL has been nothing short of life-changing, and I am excited to carry the university's values and ethos with me as I embark on this new chapter.

Thank you all for being a part of this incredible journey with me.