Tommy Pemberton (he/him) is a Law and Criminology student at the University of Newcastle. His mob is Worimi and Biripi.
Tommy is doing his two-week placement at Northern Rivers Community Legal Centre.
Tell us a little about yourself.
I am extremely passionate, diligent and brave.
I am outgoing, charismatic, and self-aware, which brings me to share my lived experiences with all areas of my life where I can help others learn and grow whilst conveying integrity and morality.
I had to sell my house after the loss of my Fiancé with no gain, and I chose to sell my assets to focus on becoming the first Gay Aboriginal Barrister in my local area and to be the first to graduate from university in my family.
Due to my self-sourced resilience, I have built an internal infrastructure that doesn't rely on outside validation. I believe that I am a reliable person and partner during crises as I have belief in team and being helpful, this comes from my own stability and sense of goodwill.
I like to start things with a clean slate without the pressure of biases and prejudices. I possess the freedom to be influenced with great ambition and inspiration as I carry my authentic value professionally and with astute characteristics.
I hope to pursue a legal career in litigation and advocacy following university and get as much experience and knowledge from my elders and leaders so I can share their knowledge fairly and kindly, growing as a Lawyer.
Do you have an interest in a particular kind of law or types of legal problems?
Divorce, prosecution and litigation.
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