Amelia Burcham

Personal statement

Through the course of completing my Bachelor of Law (Honours) at La Trobe University, placements will be integral to develop my communication and legal skills. These placements have peaked my interest in developing my skills and knowledge of applying the law to various circumstances and cases. The opportunity to shadow and observe experts in the field with help me grow and develop my own skills and ability to work in the law sector. The placement within a Law firm will also assist me within future studies in having a greater knowledge to apply to the content we will learn in further studies in the Bachelor of Law.

Netball Umpiring and coaching up and coming umpires. As well as volunteering in the canteen and around the club wherever is needed.

Volunteering within the community to do pick up rubbish days, clean the local hall for upcoming functions, and volunteering to work and any events.

Volunteering at St Vincent de Paul’s with my family members. Packing the shelves and sorting through the donation bags to assist the older volunteers.