Law School Application Essay

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I first realized my interest to study law whilst playing with a law-book. In lieu of a toy my mother would hand me one of the many law books piled up on the kitchen table. I recall reaching for the book, dragging it to the nearest chair and accepting my mother’s friendly invitation to join her. The law books my mother had piled up had a unique way of influencing different aspects of our life. I remember thinking how my mother and I used the law books in completely different ways. Its intriguing because as I think back to how the law books influenced us I see that the knowledge my mother gained from flipping through the pages appointed her to become the Assistant General Attorney of the First Public Prosecutor 's Office of the Metropolitan Area of Caracas, Venezuela, however, shuffling through the pages plus the admiration of my mother’s accomplishments moved me to dream of pursuing a profession within the legal system. …show more content…
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I have acquired a lifestyle of discipline and motivation for self-improvement within my studies as well as in the professional field. Likewise I have understood the prize of having dedication to continuous study and the significance of good work ethic. I have gained an appreciation for the difficulties that life may throw and have made the best out of those troubles. Overall my dream is to work in a field that makes a difference in my life as well as others. I realize that law is that field. I hope that you will allow me the opportunity and honor to spend the next three years studying, acquiring new knowledge and continuing to challenge myself at Florida International

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