October Spotlight: Nyusha Samiei 

1. What is your name? 

Nyusha Samiei

2. Current place of work/title?

Lawyer at Jiwa Law

3. How did you first get involved with FACL BC?

I first got involved with FACL during my articling year, thanks to a recommendation from a coworker. It had been some time since I participated in extracurricular activities, as I had taken a step back after law school. Given my passion for volunteering and community involvement, I was eager to connect with others in a similar environment. Joining FACL provided me with an invaluable opportunity to meet fellow lawyers in the city, and I benefited from the mentorship groups, which offered both guidance and meaningful connections.

4. What has been your favourite FACL event or initiative so far?

Definitely the Gala!

5. What advice would you give yourself if you were to go back in time?

If I could go back in time, I'd remind myself that confidence comes from action, not perfection. I would tell my past self to trust my instincts and not let the fear of making the wrong choice paralyze me. Learning to value my own perspective has been one of the most important lessons in my journey. I've realized that being a good lawyer means being decisive even in the face of uncertainty and trusting my voice, because all experiences, even the mistakes, are part of growth.

6. What is something that not many people know about you?

I recently fell in love with rowing and just joined a rowing team.