I am writing to apply for an attorney position with the Office of the Legal Adviser. I have recently graduated from the University of Toledo College of law, have taken the Maryland Bar Exam, and I am anticipating being admitted in December. Further, I am currently serving as a law clerk on the Maryland Court of Special Appeals and will be available at the conclusion of my current clerkship. I hope my attached resume demonstrates my intellectual capacities and qualifications for this position. A position with the Office of the Legal Adviser, however, requires not only the intellectual capacity necessary to apply the law, but the wisdom to understand the consequences of its application. Indeed, the Department of State regularly makes decisions that have a direct impact on peoples’ liberty interests. These decisions are profound and should be made only with the utmost reverence. In order to competently make these decisions your agents must have not only a mastery of the requisite legal concepts, but must also be professional, wise, compassionate, and of the highest integrity. My attached …show more content…
My respect and appreciation for what it means to be a public servant as well as my integrity, however, are what distinguishes me from the plethora of qualified candidates that are undoubtedly applying for this position. The gravity of my experiences ranging from the consideration of compassionate release motions with the Bureau of Prisons to intimate discussions with litigants at the military commissions in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, amongst many others, have sculpted the ethical standards I bind myself to. Further, the significant international initiatives that I have led have given me the cultural competences to succeed in this
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I begin my 9th year of law practice in June 2017 and have 5 years of management experience along with many years of pro bono experience. I possess excellent legal research, analytical and writing skills and know the importance of remaining objective. I am applying for the Pro Se Law Clerk position because I believe my skill set, experience, and highly developed interpersonal abilities are well matched for working closely with U.S. District Judges and court personnel.
An academic subject that inspires me is pre-law, understanding the factors of life and the choices you make based off self interest is inspiring to understand how people's minds work depending on real life situations. I've always had an interest in understanding how the government is run. It's important to learn as an American citizen your rights to your laws. I will further my interest in college by studying more to have pre-law as my Major. Other opportunities that will benefit me in being universal in the area of law would include philosophy,social science, and Business throughout taking college courses. These majors all connect in the aspect in bettering a community or individual through some type of financial assistance. I intend using Pre-law outside of the classroom after I graduate throughout college
For consideration as a Lieutenant within the Intelligence & Analysis Crime Unit, Regional Operations & Intelligence Center. my experience of supervision, dealing with outside vendors and ability to manage complex data systems would make me a good fit for the Intelligence & Analysis Crime Unit. Used by the NJSP and various outside agencies, the Voicebox system is a primary tool of police wiretapping operations. Furthermore, I have managed the entire MAPPS System software, this includes negotiating with outside vendors and writing of waivers each valued at a quarter of a million dollars or more. Having been an assistant unit head since 2011, and in charge of two enlisted and five civilian personnel, my experience in managing personnel is established. My current assignment in the MAPPS/SPU Unit has required a wealth of different skill sets including, editing and writing SOPs, completing MAPPS Supervisory Training Lesson plans, and instructing hundreds of new supervisors.
I recognize that your firm seeks a candidate with several years of experience. As my resume indicates, prior to law school I worked as a paralegal for many years. During that time and during my years in law school I gained experience in business transactional law, which includes assisting in business negotiations and dealing, as well as drafting contracts, transactional documents, and business governance documents. Moreover, I am particularly interested in estate planning and I have extensive experience in that area
My positions have allowed me to gain the necessary knowledge about government and private sectors while also teaching me how to cultivate and manage various relationships with non-profits in the local community. I am an example of how important diversity is in the legal profession. My background, education, experience, and lastly, my personal knowledge and passion have prepared me as an ideal candidate to work with LSAC. I instruct responsibility, diligence and the opportunity to grow. When given the opportunity to perform, my talents show that I am a fast learner, very well educated and open to scholarship and developing new skills and ideas. Thank you for your time, consideration, and I look forward to speaking with you in the near
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It is with great enthusiasm that I write to apply for the Staff Attorney Homelessness Prevention Project position at the Inner City Law Center (ICLC). Andrew Esbenshade from Caldwell Leslie & Proctor, PC recently referred me to you. He spoke highly of the ICLC and encouraged me to apply to this position. Given my professional experience and academic background, I am confident I could be an asset to your team.
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I have a associates of applied science degree in paralegal studies. I will be graduating with my bachelor’s degree in Business Management in December this year. I have spent the last year working as a clerk in a district court. I feel this time has allowed me to developing my understanding of the law on many different platforms including criminal and civil. I feel the diversity of the work I have been doing is a gateway for having an understanding of many facets of the law in Texas.
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For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted a career that would continually broaden my horizons and benefit society at large. I am interested in a career as a Foreign Service Officer for Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) because of the international scope and dynamism of its long-term career path as well as the opportunity to contribute to Canadian society as a member of the public service. Although these aspects of the career appeal to me, I also recognize them as the two most challenging aspects of working as a Foreign Service Officer. First, the prospect of moving from posting to posting, while exciting, would require me to constantly adapt to new environments and make adjustments in personal affairs. Second, a career in public service requires me to serve as a non-partisan agent and to carry out policies that I may or may not agree with, which can present demoralizing situations throughout the lifetime of my career. Despite these challenges, I am confident that I can use the passion and interest that I possess for the work of a Foreign Service Officer to derive satisfaction in such a career.
These experiences have sharpened communication skills so that I can conduct investigations in a respectful and consistent manner and prepare clear and detailed reports in timely fashion. I know the value of accountability and how to use of government resources wisely. I understand the importance of promoting legislative directives, initiating detailed investigations, providing clear reports on findings, and making recommendations for future positive growth. I believe that I am the perfect candidate for this position, knowing fully that this position will present many opportunities for my own personal growth in the field of
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