Get to know the Exec Team - Andrew Osadebe

Andrew was first called to the Nigerian Bar in May 1990. He practiced extensively as a Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria before relocating to the United Kingdom in 1997 and he has dual qualifications from two Jurisdictions Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

WHY LAW? I have always had a passion for justice whilst growing up, I stood up for whatever I believed was right and I found myself taking up other people’s fights, especially when they are disadvantaged or helpless. This passion led me to study law, so I can be an advocate for individuals requiring justice and ever since graduating from Law school, there has been no turning back.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE THING ABOUT YOUR CAREER? Being able to listen and support clients through difficult moments and helping them to find legal solutions to their problems, be it immigration or family issues. The smile on the individual’s face after a matter has been resolved, makes my day and this is what has sustained my practice over the years.

WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? The fear of failure and the insatiable urge to succeed have been my motivating factors. When I think of all the things that can go wrong if my client is not well represented, I stop at nothing to study and research wide enough to enable me provide the best representation possible.

WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU WERE A CHILD? My innate passion for justice has always made the law profession desirable to me. I have always seen myself as a defender of the oppressed and realised at a tender age that the best way to seek redress was through the law.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB? My first job was working in the administrative department of a pharmaceutical company during holidays, it was my holiday job whilst at university and the experience ushered me into adulthood

WHO IS YOUR HERO? WHY? My hero is Nelson Mandela who sacrificed the greatest part of his productive life, fighting for the emancipation of the black South Africans from apartheid rule. He is a great example of insatiable quest for justice.

WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES? Exercising, Reading, listening to music, and Gardening.

FAVOURITE TYPE OF MUSIC? WHO INTRODUCED YOU TO IT? Rhythm & Blues, Soul & Rap Music. I grew up following the American music scene and all these were in vogue at different times from my teenage years to adult life and I have continued to listen to them all.

SUN, SEA, SAND HOLIDAY OR CITY BREAK? I prefer city breaks which are more exciting as you get to learn and understand the cultural heritage of the people.

WHAT THREE ITEMS WOULD YOU TAKE WITH YOU ON A DESERTED ISLAND? My backpack with the essential tools for survival. Water food and warm clothing.