From an early age, I have always been captivated by the legal world and its potential to be a pathway for shaping society and upholding justice. Growing up, the legal world was not only an enigma, but an uncharted territory. In my formative years, I watched my family attempt to maneuver through the intricate and formidable immigration process with the goal of obtaining citizenship. My family’s journey through the complexities of the legal system became a crucial chapter in my life, revealing the stark reality of the legal world that had felt as intriguing as it was daunting. Witnessing my family’s struggles, which were often consistent with the struggles of others in my community, sparked my desire to become a beacon of legal knowledge and advocacy. It was not until an …show more content…
I am driven by a deep-seated belief that access to competent legal representation should be a fundamental opportunity that can profoundly impact individuals and communities, as it has on my own family. Through undergraduate studies at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, I engaged deeply in coursework that explored constitutional law, public policy analysis, and social justice. As I pursued my undergraduate studies in Political Science and Public Policy at UNLV, I was able to hone my analytical skills and deepen my understanding of legal and policy frameworks that shape our society, preparing me to navigate complex legal issues with analytical rigor and empathy; solidifying my commitment to using the law as a tool for social change and progress in the future. Beyond academics, during my internship at Short and Stevens Law, I was inspired by the firm’s dedication to passionate legal advocacy and community outreach. The attorney’s efforts to make legal services more accessible to the wider community deeply resonated with my own