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At the age of five, I always negotiated plea bargains with my grandmother whenever I was up for some sort of mischief. At eight, my room became a court for trials for the misbehaviours of my teddy bears, with the evidence presented to a jury of ‘Power Rangers’ figures. It took me years to really and truly discover my passion for the values of justice, liberty and equality. I definitely see that studying Law will serve my desire, to utilise my writing and auditory talents, and to ultimately promote equal rights to the world. I cannot help but look back at the many opportunities I have encountered that caused a lot of excitement and trepidation, but in the end, taught me more than anticipated.I am always intrigued by how the manipulative Law could be, adapting itself to the ever-changing society. It is a wonder how even the most wanted lawbreakers are able to escape their sentences due to the power of their indestructible lawyers. Of course, I am not planning to help lawbreakers. I am here to enforce justice and put the right towards the wrong. Growing up reading John Grisham’s law thrillers and watching Hallmark’s ‘Law and Order’, it definitely struck me how law affects our everyday lives in a variety of ways. Law covers an extensive arena, yet inter-related to one another. One interesting example; Tort Law allows claims for compensation when someone or their property is harmed but if the act is intentional, it is stated under Criminal Law where the means to prosecute is offered. Law gives a broad view of the social issues of today’s world and allows us to contribute in a positive approach towards justice. I feel I am suited for a Law degree because I am best when challenged, and always firm to my point. The adrenaline rush I get every time I visualise myself in the legal world; smelling the fresh legal documents and having the time of my life defending clients in courts and on papers, is just simply overwhelming.
For as long as I remember, speaking in front of my parents was scary, let alone in front of a whole hall. Participating in debates and public speaking competitions opened doors that led me to new and exhilarating things. I learned to hone my communication skills as well as how I represent myself to the public. From debates, I developed a fast-thinking and methological approach towards the subjects given, to balance the pros and cons of a topic, and the ability to construct agreements based on theoretical knowledge. This had given me an early exposure to analysing and making crucial decisions, two critical skills need to pursue Law.
“Leaders are made, not born.” There were many daunting tasks that pushed my leadership abilities and people skills to the limit. As part of the College Committee, I was able to associate with others; socially, organisationally and recreationally, in the line of upgrading the students’ discipline and defending the rights if the students. It took a mountain of determination, motivation and enthusiasm to co-ordinate 28 wacky and outrageous individuals under one script as Captain of the Choral Speaking Team. Also, I love to explore new things, see new horizons and create new frontiers. Co-founding the Drama Club was another sky-dive into a challenging discipline. “Getting the show on the road” have instilled team work in me. I learned that toleration and integration with my older and younger peers, and also my colleagues, is a must.
However, for one to attain that much of hunger for success, one must feel the bitterness of failure. My time came when I faced a certain subject, Additional Mathematics. It was a subject of my worst nightmares. I blamed many factors for my unsatisfactory grades; nervousness, not enough preparations, tough questions etc. There were times when it seems like Add Maths is the cause of all the dark days in my life. However, I never gave up. I learned to accept there are times of suffering and times where the world just goes by. It was a very long and difficult journey especially for the easy-going me but in the end, I was back on track; tougher, stronger and determined than ever.
Datuk Shafie Abdullah, one of Malaysia’s finest lawyers mentioned in his speech during a visit to our school that, lawyers should equip themselves with all the knowledge they could get. My balanced fascination in fiction, politics, science and social issues is due to my love towards reading. Reading not only transports me away from daily stress, but also provides me with an assortment of facts and information that are usable in life, especially in Law, where knowledge in multiple subjects as well as a knack of research are needed.
Martin Luther King had a dream. I too have a dream. By securing the Bank Negara Scholarship, I intend to pursue my tertiary education in the world’s most prestigious law school, the University of Oxford. The inspiring environment of this renowned university with an alumnus of the world’s most notable legal figures is indeed the best place to receive the best legal training. With the flexibility of a law degree and the transferable skills learned, I aspire to work my way up to the top of the legal industry, and then, to reach the top ranks of the United Nations.
I am looking forward to pursue this intellectually satisfying and emotionally gratifying course. Looking back, the personality traits of which I am the proudest of; my integrity, principles, determination and team spirit, were moulded from situations which I initially thought will lead me nowhere. I have no doubt that I will succeed in this avenue of my life, and to one day be at the forefront of upholding human rights issue. Eventually, I will be a better individual for it.
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