Tarog, John Emmanuel G.

JD-1C
Legal Profession
Atty. Ronel U. Buenaventura

(A) I considered taking up law as another step for self

development and growth. Being in the accountancy
profession for almost 5 years, I was exposed to different
issues on tax. I really enjoyed the planning and research
aspects of taxes during our audit seasons. I believe that
getting a law degree and combining it with accounting
knowledge is the best way to handle complex tax issues.

Apart from self growth, I also considered taking up law

because im genuinely passionate about helping others. I
didn't go to law school for the money, the power, or the
influence. I just wanted to be able to provide a level of
assistance to people when they're faced with situations that
are so above and beyond the norm that they need someone
knowledgable and credible to rely on. A carreer as a lawyer
is an extraordinary calling. And being able to help others
justifies my self fulfillment.

(B) There exists a stigma in law profession. According to

some, lawyers are characterized as selfish, liars, corrupt,
and arrogant. But I am not part of them.

I see lawyers as defenders of the truth and enemy of liars. I

see a lawyer as person who defends those who cannot
defend themselves by virtue of their economic status. He is
not greedy of power and money. He is neither boastful nor
proud, but has a humble heart. He is credible, intelligent,
and morally upright. He is a person of integrity.