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Leila321

Apr 20, 2024

Letters / International arbitration and environmental law - Motivation letter for master admission [2]

Dear Admissions Committee,
I am thrilled to apply for the Alternative Dispute Resolution program at Vienna University in Austria, a decision inspired by a lifelong passion for law and justice and influenced by pivotal experiences that have shaped my understanding and commitment to this noble field. This initiative serves as a guiding light for fostering global connections and promoting cross-cultural engagement, encapsulating the very ideals I am enthusiastic about embracing and furthering in my career.

Growing up in India, a country rich in cultural diversity and legal challenges, I was drawn to the complexities of law early on. My experience at ABC Law Company, where I contributed to our recognition in the Legal 500, and my thesis work at Panchab University on international commercial arbitral awards have highlighted significant gaps in our legal framework. This case was a pivotal study point, as it showcased the complexities and challenges faced within our judicial system regarding international arbitration agreements. My research highlighted a significant gap in the Indian's courts' approach to international arbitration, particularly evident in their initial refusal to recognize and enforce an award decreed by the Singapoure Arbitration Council.

One of my most challenging and rewarding experiences was my participation in the Arbitration Trial Competition. This was not only a pivotal professional engagement but also a profound personal revelation. It was during this competition that I first truly grasped the depth and significance of arbitration as a field. The process of preparing and presenting arguments on complex international legal issues provided my first real insight into the arbitration world, sparking a passion that has guided my career choices ever since. Leading our team to the national rounds for the first time was not only a testament to our dedication and skill but also a personal milestone that solidified my interest in pursuing arbitration as a specialty.

My involvement in the European Union-funded Alternative Dispute Resolution Project was particularly impactful. I provided legal aid to over 670 clients in 2021, a 40% increase from previous years. At Panchab University, I seized every opportunity to enhance my legal skills. Participating in the 1st International Summer School on Arbitration allowed me to refine my public speaking and leadership abilities. My profound commitment to international arbitration began when I decided to attend the Warsaw Arbitration Conference, a pivotal step requiring a bank loan taken without my parents' support. At the summit, I met Adam White, whose insights into international law deepened my understanding and enthusiasm for the field. Seeing my keen interest, White suggested that my background and aspirations made me an ideal candidate for the Alternative Dispute Resolution program at Vienna University, describing it as a rigorous blend of theory and practice perfect for someone with my background. White's recommendation and an enlightening article by George Felix on international law further inspired me.

This experience solidified my ambition to become a pioneer in arbitration, capable of bridging global cultural and legal divides and contributing significantly to the field. I am currently advancing my studies at Rome University, focusing on a thesis that delves into environmental regulations, corporate responsibility, and international investment law. This work highlights the importance of advanced legal education in tackling complex global issues, providing

insights into the dynamics of investor-state dispute resolution and the need for expert mediation between corporate and indigenous interests. At Vienna, I aim to expand this research to explore broader aspects of international dispute resolution mechanisms, including the pivotal issues of universal jurisdiction.

Motivated to deepen my understanding of international arbitration and environmental law, I aim to enhance my contributions to global sustainability and justice. My decision to pursue further studies at Vienna University is driven by their renowned international law program, which aligns with my career goals and academic pursuits in alternative dispute resolution.

Vienna's rigorous and progressive curriculum will enable me to engage with leading scholars and peers in discussions that challenge and advance legal practices. Thank you for considering my application, and for the potential to play a part in this exciting and important field. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to immerse myself in this distinguished program and contribute to and grow within this vibrant academic community

Sincerely,

Leila321

Mar 25, 2024

Letters / A motivation letter for a program at the University of Rome. [3]

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Motivation letter for LL.M Program in International Dispute Resolution Program

Hi, I am now sending you a motivation letter and would like to know your honest reviews; plz feel free to give me some feedbacks about my motivation letter.And add several feedbacks in order to improve my motivation letter.

Thank you a lot in advance.

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Dear Admission Committee,
I am writing to apply for the XX LL.M. program, in which I am enormously interested. The degree from one of the most prestigious and respected universities is my chance to make substantial progress in my personal career and thus contribute significantly to my country's economic development.

The X country's economy is an emerging market whose evolution is highly dependent on investments. During my bachelor's study, I started explorations into investment regulations and discovered that the main challenge investors face in X country is the lack of an investment dispute settlement mechanism. Given that investors want to resolve their disputes without depending upon the courts of the host country, it is essential for X country to establish a trustworthy alternative dispute resolution mechanism to provide fair and equal treatment for all foreign investors.

During my involvement in the "Alternative Dispute Resolution" project financed by the European Union, I discovered my passion for International Dispute Resolution. Throughout this project, I observed an apparent lack of expertise in the field of international arbitration, particularly among local judges, as they perceive investment arbitration as a threat to the State, which also poses another challenge for foreign investors to enforce arbitral awards within the x country's judicial system (according to ICSID statistics, 2 out of 3 arbitral awards in x country do not get enforced by x country's judges).

Furthermore, as the only representative of Young Arbitral Women Practitioners (YAWP) in my country, I have many goals and plans. These include establishing a trustworthy Investor- State Dispute Resolution mechanism in my country, promoting to adopt investor protection legislation to raise awareness among both judges and lawyers, and attracting foreign investors to invest in sustainable projects such as wind turbines and hybrid renewable energy systems.

Moreover, during my bachelor's degree studies at the university, I steadily developed projects on economic development. As a team leader and project manager at AIESEC, the world's largest youth organization, I initiated a project titled "Invest the Future," where young people from different countries come and work in x country's public schools to raise awareness of sustainable projects related to wind and solar energy initiatives.

Since studying at the university, I have also managed to demonstrate leadership potential. I was the captain of a team that participated in the X Arbitration Moot Court Competition. Our team achieved very good results at the regional stage and was chosen to participate in the national round. I highly value this experience as it was my first serious successful management practice.

Coming to my enthusiasm for the international dispute resolution LL.M Program, I have three main incentives. Firstly, an LL.M in international dispute resolution program is crucial for my career growth as I aim to specialize in international investment disputes and work at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Secondly, given the lack of awareness of investment dispute arbitration in my country, I will be able to apply some of the knowledge obtained during the International Dispute Resolution program to improve and develop domestic arbitration in my home country.

Thirdly, I believe there will be even more potential growth in the field of investment disputes in the future. Thus, after finishing the program, I plan to organize a module on "Investment Disputes Settlement" at X University in my country, which I strongly believe will encourage many young arbitration enthusiasts to play a role in promoting the use of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution all over the world. Additionally, as a visual student of the IDR LL.M Program, I read an article titled "Investor-State Mediation: Is There A Future?" written by Dr. Tillmann Rudolf Braun, a distinguished Lecturer in the IDR program. Through discussions with program alumnis, I learned that Dr. Braun's lectures include practical examples, case studies, and real-world scenarios to better understand Investor-State Dispute cases, which will undoubtedly allow me to expand my knowledge and expertise and gain a strong academic background in the fields of International Arbitration Law with the goal to specialize in

international investment arbitration.
Moreover, this LL.M. program is the best that offers carefully selected courses in specific areas of arbitration, particularly international investment law. In my view, there is no better means to learn international arbitration than an International Dispute Resolution program delivered not only by highly skilled, outstanding professionals and leading arbitration experts but also by experienced practitioners as guest lecturers as well.

In summary, my previous experience, aspirations and willingness to develop my competence brings me to International Dispute Resolution program at x University, the program best suited to my professional development needs. I am certain that I would be able to have many practical takeaways of the programme and contribute effectively myself.

Thank you for considering my application.
Sincerely,

Leila321

Mar 25, 2024

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Leila321

Jan 18, 2024

Letters / A motivation letter for a program at the University of Rome. [3]

Hi everybody, this is a motivation letter for a program at the University of Rome. Plz feel fre to give your extensive feedback. I'd be happy, deadline is tomorrow, So I hope that I will get valuable feedbacks from you.

Thanks in advance!

Motivation letter
Arriving at Barcelona airport with two pieces of luggage and knowing no one, I embarked on my journey to pursue my dream study. Because I truly believe that instead of chasing success, one should follow their passions, and success will soon chase them, which made me realize that monetary value is of secondary importance. As an international student in Spain, the anticipation of starting this new chapter made me feel like a little girl in the midst of the bustling airport. I could hear my heart pounding with a mix of excitement and nerves.

Dear Admissions Committee,

As an international student in a one-year master's degree program on xxx law at the University of xxxx, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the xx program at the University of Rome.

During my experience at AIESEC, the largest youth organization all over the world, as a project manager and team leader, I managed a project called "Invest Your Future" where young volunteers from different countries came to Pakistan, and worked in local businesses in order to gain international experience.

My first introduction to arbitration began when I participated in the project "Alternative Dispute Resolution and free legal aid provision to the population" financed by the European Union, where I provided pro bono services to local businesses. Furthermore, my bachelor's thesis on "The recognition and enforcement of international commercial arbitral awards in Pakistan" provided me with a solid understanding of arbitration agreements, arbitral awards, and the significance of transparency in international dispute settlement, along with the New York Convention of 1958.

Moreover, from January 31 to February 4, I will be attending in the Swiss Arbitration Summit 2024, held in Geneva, Switzerland. At the same time, I have been accepted by Basel Winter Arbitration School, which will be held from February 5 to 9 at the Law Faculty of Basel University in Switzerland. In this interactive five-day program, I will have a chance to learn in-depth about UNCLOS arbitration, International commercial arbitration, Business and human rights arbitration (The Hague Rules), Investor-State arbitration, and Arbitration and mediation at the World Intellectual Property Organization. The knowledge that I will gain from this school will provide me with a valuable background in international dispute litigation and will help me be an excellent student in the International Dispute Settlement xxxxxx program.

The xxx program serves as a bridge between my academic and professional aspirations. Therefore, I have three main reasons to pursue the xxx Program. Firstly, my foremost objective is to become a qualified arbitrator in international commercial dispute settlement. The Master's program in "Dispute Settlement" at this university covers nearly all aspects of the field in which I aim to specialize. Core subjects such as "Contract Law in International Commercial Arbitration"," and "The New York Convention of 1985" provide the optimal foundation for understanding dispute settlement in its own context.

I firmly believe that, as a developing country, Pakistan, the main country in the Sauth Asia importing oil and gas, highlights the importance of having more qualified arbitrators in dispute resolution litigation.

Moreover, I am a virtual reader of the University of Rome. So, I am currently reading "Comparative Law in Arbitration" written by Prof. xxxx, a lecturer in the course "Arbitration Agreement in International Commercial Arbitration" at this Program. If I accepted, I will have a chance to discuss the notion of the separability of the arbitration agreement and the principle of competence-competence with him. Furthemore, one of my academic objectives is to create a fund for both Swiss and Pakistani students in order that those young practioners pursue at least one year of study with a scholarship, which will have an enormous effect on both countries' diplomatic relationships.

In conclusion, I am aware that studying in the "European Master in Law and Economics" program will be challenging due to different educational systems. However, considering that I am one of the top students in my class with an average of 97.33, and my substantial practical experience in law, I feel prepared to take on this challenge. Thanks for your consideration. I am looking forward to a positive response.

Sincerely,
xxxxx