Edward Snowden: Mass Surveillance In Research

I am fascinated by the complexity of many legal issues and this has drawn me to consider law as a career. The documentary ‘Common’ for example opened my eyes to the controversy surrounding the law of joint enterprise. I particularly enjoy watching such documentaries and following current affairs and my interest in contemporary issues led me to take Law as one of my AS subjects. I live in a rural, agricultural area and land law is an area I would like to study further and having studied Sociology for GCSE, I am also particularly interested in family law.

The subject of law always fascinated me. Unlike medicine, the practicalities of the subject do not dampen my passion for the subject but rather fuel it. Law is engaging because it requires constant adapting and analyzing. With every case comes a unique set of issues. The challenge of having to work within the bounds of the law while also planning a compelling and forceful case for a client is thrilling. Every word holds tremendous power in law. Practicing law requires eloquence. Anecdotal stories are the hallmark of the best lawyers. There exists no third person perspective in law. I admire how good lawyers can form a message that appeals to people’s emotions and reason. I relish the opportunity to study every minute detail of law and become a practicing lawyer because of all the ways it would challenge me.

Government surveillance is beneficial in moderation, but can quite easily become excessive. A well-known example of this is the controversy regarding the NSA monitoring U.S. citizens discreetly on American soil. This unwarranted watch crosses the fine line between monitoring criminal suspects for security, and blatant overreach of authority in spying common citizens. The personal infringement of information has been commonly associated with the NSA’s PRISM, but their MUSCULAR program is much more disconcerting. According to Harry Bruinius in “Why Tech Giants Are Now Uniting Against U.S. Surveillance”:

Building on this interest, I took part in the National Bar Mock Trial competition which gave me a valuable insight into the important roles of assessing a criminal case in court. This led me to undertake work experience in a solicitor's firm, where I shadowed a criminal lawyer. I observed client consultations, and had an attempt to draft legal documents and

Since the beginning of my educational journey, I've been determined to pursue a degree in law. Every time one of my friends came across a legal battle, I found myself volunteering to help and found great satisfaction being near the law. With a passion for justice and a voracious curiosity about society's deviants, I felt compelled that a law degree would be the natural choice for me. It wasn't until earlier this year that I realized that my dream have been misguided. I discovered that my fascination with the law is more about the crimes committed, why they occur, and the people behind the actions.

For the purpose of this report, visits have been made to the Supreme Court of Victoria on Thursday, 3rd of March 2016. The Supreme Court is located at 210 William Street, Melbourne. The court visits are an essential experience for students taking part in law studies to further familiarise with the Australian court system through actual participation in court proceedings. This report will aim to provide a reflective discussion on the experiences and observations encountered at the Supreme Court visits and also the overall structural system of the court system. The court hearing which will be examined in this report is the trial of Fai Sing Yiu accused of stabbing a father of four to death at lunchtime in Melbourne’s Chinatown over a $24,000

Thesis statement: Government surveillance should be stopped because it is an invasion of privacy and gives the government control that is not enumerated in the constitution.

Initially I did not feel inclined to study law. I always felt a strong sense of moral obligation, however being a solicitor was not a career that I originally would have chosen for myself. 2 years ago this all changed when a man called Anthony Graves was bought to my attention in citizenship class, the man that served 18 years in prison and was then exonerated I was troubled that such a phenomenal miscarriage of justice could have taken place. I then took it upon myself to divulge further into the world of law, and the deeper I delved the more I found myself fascinated and to a certain degree intoxicated by what I discovered. My thirst for knowledge began years ago and it has not been sated. During my school years I went on a trip to a local magistrates court and had the opportunity to question solicitors and barristers and actually witness firsthand the duties that a solicitor had to complete, I knew from that moment that this is what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I discovered through questioning and research that the best way to become a solicitor is through university, this course is the only way that I can achieve my dream of becoming a solicitor. Simply put I cannot abide in a world where injustice is happening right in front of me and not do a single thing about it. It is my genuine belief that it is every

Americans have the right to know what personal information of theirs is being monitored by the government and if the government is operating in a constitutional manner. Although the top priority of government should be to protect Americans from international threats, it must do so without infringing on basic human rights. I believe that the Supreme Court rulings and laws regarding privacy are a good balance of protection and respect to privacy. However, government agencies such as the NSA have certainly overstepped their ground in many cases and abused clauses within the

Place yourself in the safety and comfort of your home, under the belief that “everyone has the right to the use and enjoyment of his property” (Department of International Law), searching, emailing, and talking about things that may be frowned upon by others. Now imagine the raw feelings of fear and deception that would wash over you upon seeing Edward Snowden’s statement on how “the U.S. government is destroying privacy, internet freedom and basic liberties for people around the world with this massive surveillance machine they 're secretly building.” You may initially feel betrayed, but Obama formally announced that the NSA acts solely in the name of safety right? Have we begun to sacrifice the freedom and

The case in favour of diversity within the legal profession is incredibly strong. As Robert J. Grey JR, a partner at law firm Hunton & Williams argues, “diversity is a critical element of our society” . The reasoning for this has been illustrated in a blog post published by ‘Aspiring Solicitors’. It states how “diversity in the legal profession plays a very important role in regard to formulating new approaches and tactics”. This suggests that by bringing individuals together from different backgrounds and with diverse views, it could lead to more innovative ways of thinking. As a result, it may

From what was a once unexplored subject, I have developed my sincere passion for Law through my college studies and also in my spare time. I would like to become a lawyer, well known for my competency and perseverance. I feel an industry recognised law degree will not only enable me to develop on my current legal knowledge, but also provide me with essential professional skills and experiences in order to achieve this career aspiration.

‘What kind of lawyer do I want to be’ is a very wide question open to a whole range of interpretations. Choosing to study Law at university almost certainly means becoming either a barrister or a solicitor will be the route to follow, but this choice as well as deciding whether to practice civil or criminal law is one which requires substantial thought. Having carried out work experience at my local Crown Court, and visited the Exeter Crown Court, it has impacted how I see my future. Additionally, my independent research coupled with seminar tasks in negotiation and advocacy have also helped to shape my decision. These experiences have brought to my attention a range of ethical concerns within the courtroom, however there are two issues in particular that have stood out. The first being cross-examination of vulnerable witnesses and defendants, for example, the elderly, rape victims, and children, and the second issue being legal aid and its impact. Learning about legal aid within the legal foundations course has opened my eyes to the struggle of the ‘ordinary person’ unable to obtain legal advice, and the significant, increasing divide between city firms advising corporate clients and the ‘high street firm’ advising the everyday citizen. Both of these issues have impacted on how I see my future as a lawyer.

My personal goal is to pursue a career in law and to become a barrister in the future as I have always dreamed of myself in the court, advocating a client. The path in terms of becoming a barrister is very long and hard, involving numerous challenging steps. Firstly, I will need to complete my LLB Law degree with a minimum of 2:2 or above and pass the Bar Course Aptitude Test. Then, I will need to complete the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC). The BPTC is a year-long course which concentrates on different core subjects such as civil and criminal advocacy. During this course, I will also need to join one of the Inns of Court and attend 12 qualifying sessions at the Inn that I have chosen. If I am successful in all the sessions, I will be called to the Bar. Henceforward, I have to start my pupillage which will take 12 months. Although it is very hard to secure a pupillage in the UK, I believe that I will be able to get one with my determination and efforts. Finally, once my pupillage is over, I will be qualified as a barrister. After becoming a barrister, I plan to continue my career in my home country Cyprus, as it is much easier to obtain a judicial work in there.

Today, more than ever before, the legal profession offers a unique opportunities to dedicated individual to make a significant contribution to the society. This post is aimed at help you evaluate law as a career. It should give you a clear understanding of what to expect in your educational path to a law degree and the very significant financial expenses associated with obtaining a law degree.