A Career As A Civil Attorney

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My ambition and perseverance has lead me to the conclusion that becoming a civil attorney is something I would like to pursue. My interactions with the courtroom began and a young age and my interest in law has grown throughout the years. My desire to achieve a career in civil law stems from the great respect I have for those who help others. A lawyer can help with many troubles a person has whether it be a lengthy custody battle, personal injury, worker's compensation, or numerous other cases. They can create convincing arguments and help defend their client when their client can't defend themselves. The court room is a familiar scene to me, I first entered a court room before I had even turned a year old due to a custody battle between my

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