College of Law
Unisa Law Clinic produces outstanding legal practitioners
The journey from law student to seasoned aspiring legal practitioner is paved with dedication, resilience and the right mentorship. Unisa’s College of Law and its Law Clinic have proven, once again, that their holistic, hands-on approach to legal education and skills creates competent legal practitioners who are also exceptional leaders.
Thabang Letsoalo, Director of Letsoalo Attorneys, with Adv Happy Nkabinde, the Unisa Law Clinic’s in-house advocate
Today, the clinic celebrates a remarkable milestone as four of its former candidate legal practitioners have not only been admitted as attorneys by the High Court of South Africa but have also gone on to become directors of their own law firms.
This success is not a coincidence; it results from an institution deeply rooted in the principles of academic excellence, professional integrity and societal impact. The Unisa Law Clinic, under the dynamic leadership of Advocate Kgagudi Morota, continues to serve as a beacon of transformation and practical legal training. The clinic’s model, which provides real-world exposure to candidate legal practitioners, empowers them to manage legal cases, navigate court systems and build the confidence required to thrive in the legal profession.
The clinic congratulates Thabang Letsoalo, Nyeleti Mashele, Sfiso Mahlangu and Bathabile Mokwena. These outstanding individuals have demonstrated that success is not confined to the courtroom; it is also found in leadership, entrepreneurship and service to the community. Since their formative days as candidate legal practitioners at the Unisa Law Clinic, they have now ascended to a position of outstanding professional achievement as directors of their law firms.
Their journey is emblematic of what is possible when talent meets opportunity. As they stood before the High Court of South Africa to be admitted, they carried with them the hopes of their families and communities, and the pride of an institution committed to nurturing future leaders in law. Today, as they lead their respective firms, they also carry forward the values instilled in them by Unisa, the College of Law and the Law Clinic: justice, integrity, service and innovation.
Sfiso Mahlangu, Co-Director of Mahlangu & Mokwena Attorneys Inc., with Adv Happy Nkabinde, the Unisa Law Clinic’s in-house advocate
The success of these four legal practitioners is a powerful testament to the Unisa Law Clinic’s mission. It confirms, once again, that the clinic is more than just a training ground; it is a launchpad for excellence. The transformation from candidate to director is not just a professional milestone but a 360-degree moment that encapsulates the true spirit of growth and accomplishment.
This achievement reaffirms the clinic’s belief that it is, indeed, a centre of excellence. The clinic takes immense pride in producing top-tier legal practitioners who go on to impact the legal landscape in meaningful ways. Their stories inspire current law students and remind them of the greatness that lies ahead for those who commit themselves to the pursuit of legal mastery.
Bathabile Mokwena, Co-Director of Mahlangu & Mokwena Attorneys Inc., with Adv Happy Nkabinde, the Unisa Law Clinic’s in-house advocate
As the clinic continues to support and nurture the next generation of legal minds, it does so with renewed confidence in its methods and a profound appreciation for the dedication of candidate legal practitioners and support staff.
Let this be a message to all aspiring legal practitioners: your journey may begin as a law student, but with hard work, guidance and passion, you, too, can become a leader in your own right. The Unisa Law Clinic stands ready to walk that journey with you.
* By Kgopotjo Lebepe, Communication and Marketing Officer, Unisa Law Clinic
Publish date: 2025-06-13 00:00:00.0
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