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Personal Statement - Papers

Personal Statement

Amber Flowers
Georgetown Law Personal Statement

Learning how law functions is fascinating, but actually being a part of the legal system has been transformative. As an assistant for Attorney John Walker-Turner at the Law Offices of John Walker Turner, I saw firsthand the process by which attorneys gather and present information. I learned how to read, draft motions and interrogatories, research legal issues, and brief the attorney on upcoming court trials. Through this experience, I was able to gain insight into the strategies and styles of advocacy. This daily exposure to actual legal practice has enhanced my understanding of what it means to be a citizen, advocate and lawyer, and ...

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became the voice for the voiceless - that direct transmission between Attorney, Plaintiff, Defendant, and the Judiciary. This profound honor has fundamentally changed the way I think about law and the way I see life.
The varied nature of my life experiences has greatly contributed to my success throughout my undergraduate career. For example, my corporate background taught me professionalism while working on confidential matters and sharpened my attention to detail. The opportunity to deliver a speech at two award banquets helped me develop my public speaking and taught me the verbal precision necessary for good legal writing. But the opportunity to lead a service project for the 2016 Alternative Spring Break Howard University Memphis Chapter exposed me to diverse walks of life, accustomed me to dealing with unexpected challenges, and made me appreciate the value of tempering reason with compassion and understanding. The leadership skills I gained while coordinating this week ...

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Added: 2/2/2017 11:31:13 AM
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