What a year! This will be my final posting for 2011. What a year. It feels as if the whole world has changed more rapidly than ever before and not only as a result of the Arabic Spring and the economic turmoil. The year 2012 is about to begin and it won’t be an easy… Continue reading FINAL POSTING OF 2011
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WHY WOULD SOMEONE BECOME A LAWYER?
The story of Saint Yvo (1253-1303) Without being sworn in to the Bar it is not possible to call yourself an advocate (lawyer; advocaat) in the Dutch Caribbean. Being sworn in as an lawyer is for any beginner a high point, a clear start. The lawyer undertakes responsibility and does this under oath. Art. 3… Continue reading WHY WOULD SOMEONE BECOME A LAWYER?