Friday, November 30, 2007
12 weeks-52 days-468 Hours
I am feeling very (indescribable). My last week at TRC has been a sentimental one. I feel excited for school yet sad that I have to leave the place I have spent 3 months in. I still remember vividly my first day at TRC. I was a nervous wreck. The nervousness however, quickly faded as I was introduced to the hilarious lawyers and friendly staff. I knew then that I was not going to have any problems fitting in.
As I look through my reflections, I am aware and proud of how much I’ve grown as a person. I have become more passionate about Law and am more confident with myself. I strongly believe this would not have been possible had I not come to TRC. I started off on my internship unsure and anxious for the experience to be over but am leaving wishing this experience did not have to come to an end so soon. I have thoroughly enjoyed myself at TRC and have learnt and absorbed a tremendous amount of things. I have learnt things that I never I imagined I would learn in a span of 3 months.
Of course all this would not have been possible had it not been for the constant guidance of my mentor, Mr. Eusuff. Through him, I learnt aspects of the law that cannot be found in any textbook. I learnt compassion, passion, patience and diligence.
These values, I know, will not leave me at the end of my internship. Rather, it will carry on with me for as long as I hold that passion for the law. Mr. Eusuff has been a wonderful teacher, always making the time and effort to catch up with me and keep me updated on my progress. I’m grateful for that.
I remember being asked during my interview to write down what I wanted to achieve from my internship at TRC. I remember thinking hard about it and writing this; “ I want to come out of this internship certain that law is what I want to pursue as a career.” With all that I have experienced at TRC, I cannot imagine doing anything else.
The work I was given was never too overwhelming. Some assignments were interesting (i.e.: drafting, research) and some were just plain mundane (i.e.: tabbing). I have no complains though because everything I have done has been a learning experience for me. It has taught me something, no matter how small or simple the lesson was.
I am thankful that I was given the opportunity to handle a variety of files all pertaining to different aspects of the law. This has truly expanded my knowledge and not restricted it in anyway. I was able to learn more about the working environment in a law firm and was also able to experience the interactions between lawyers and secretaries. I can only hope that one day, I will behalf as passionate and skilled as they are.
I must admit, however, that the practice of law is nothing like what is portrayed on television. It is not as prestigious and glamorous as what is seen on television. Dramas like “The Practice” and “Boston Legal” can be very persuasive.
They make the practice of law seem effortless and classy when in reality, a lot of hard work and effort is put in by the lawyers and the secretaries.
A lot of sacrifice and patience is required for the practice of law. In my view, the practice of law is hardly a profession. It is a vocation that one must be prepared to accept. After my experience here at TRC, I am willing to accept this vocation and have no regrets deciding to do law.
Lastly, I must thank my Company officer, Miss Chua for always ensuring that I was ok and comfortable during my internship. Everyone at TRC has made this experience a memorable one and I am thankful.:)
Pictures soon!
As I look through my reflections, I am aware and proud of how much I’ve grown as a person. I have become more passionate about Law and am more confident with myself. I strongly believe this would not have been possible had I not come to TRC. I started off on my internship unsure and anxious for the experience to be over but am leaving wishing this experience did not have to come to an end so soon. I have thoroughly enjoyed myself at TRC and have learnt and absorbed a tremendous amount of things. I have learnt things that I never I imagined I would learn in a span of 3 months.
Of course all this would not have been possible had it not been for the constant guidance of my mentor, Mr. Eusuff. Through him, I learnt aspects of the law that cannot be found in any textbook. I learnt compassion, passion, patience and diligence.
These values, I know, will not leave me at the end of my internship. Rather, it will carry on with me for as long as I hold that passion for the law. Mr. Eusuff has been a wonderful teacher, always making the time and effort to catch up with me and keep me updated on my progress. I’m grateful for that.
I remember being asked during my interview to write down what I wanted to achieve from my internship at TRC. I remember thinking hard about it and writing this; “ I want to come out of this internship certain that law is what I want to pursue as a career.” With all that I have experienced at TRC, I cannot imagine doing anything else.
The work I was given was never too overwhelming. Some assignments were interesting (i.e.: drafting, research) and some were just plain mundane (i.e.: tabbing). I have no complains though because everything I have done has been a learning experience for me. It has taught me something, no matter how small or simple the lesson was.
I am thankful that I was given the opportunity to handle a variety of files all pertaining to different aspects of the law. This has truly expanded my knowledge and not restricted it in anyway. I was able to learn more about the working environment in a law firm and was also able to experience the interactions between lawyers and secretaries. I can only hope that one day, I will behalf as passionate and skilled as they are.
I must admit, however, that the practice of law is nothing like what is portrayed on television. It is not as prestigious and glamorous as what is seen on television. Dramas like “The Practice” and “Boston Legal” can be very persuasive.
They make the practice of law seem effortless and classy when in reality, a lot of hard work and effort is put in by the lawyers and the secretaries.
A lot of sacrifice and patience is required for the practice of law. In my view, the practice of law is hardly a profession. It is a vocation that one must be prepared to accept. After my experience here at TRC, I am willing to accept this vocation and have no regrets deciding to do law.
Lastly, I must thank my Company officer, Miss Chua for always ensuring that I was ok and comfortable during my internship. Everyone at TRC has made this experience a memorable one and I am thankful.:)
Pictures soon!
# posted by palts @ 10:22 AM 
