ALSA LC UI July 2013
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Let's Get Legal! a law student's guidebook
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EXTERNAL PUBLIC RELATIONSManager: Hannan Abdallah | Vice Manager: Luthfi Prasetya | Newsletter and Magazine Coordinator: Sonia Dhan Partap Kaur | Multimedia Coordinator: Abdilla Lahuddin | Reporter: Rizabella Anggiani and Vanya Edria | Editor: Tara Krizia Dodds and Thalia Priscilla | Layouter: Hiyal Ulya Fillah and Nadia Shabira Putri | Photographer: Muhammad Aditya Putra and Bernard Ekki
Director's Letter
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Page 2:Director's LetterAbout ALSAPage 3:Law Student 101:How to Survive Law School
Fun Facts About FHUI
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Organization in FHUIPage 7:
Why Organization is Important
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Legal Movies ListLegal TV Shows ListLegal Books List
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Legal ProfessionsPage 20:
Places that Law Students Should Visit
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Internship for Law StudentsPage 22:
Alumni Profile Page 23:
How to Write a Good EssayPage 24:
Law Review Article Page 25:
Legal Research and Development Article
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OpinionPage 30:
Hello ALSAians,
Welcome to ALSA LC UI Magazine July Edition! The magazine
you're holding right now is our very first issue this year. This
month, we will be talking about everything related to law.
We would also like to introduce all of the new member of
FHUI to our campus, Faculty of Law, Universitas Indonesia by
putting together articles such as How to Survive Law School,
Organizations in FHUI and why those organizations are important
for us as college student. There would be watching and reading
lists related to law and tips on how to write a good essay for all of
you. Dont forget to check them out! Have a nice day and Vaarwel!
Person in ChargeHiyal & Vanya
The Magazine Team
Games and Law Profile
Events Page 6:
Director's Letter
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First of all, I want to introduce myself. My name is Bagus
Joko Puruitomo, and I am the Director of Asian Law Students’
Association Local Chapter Universitas Indonesia (ALSA LC UI).
On behalf of ALSA LC UI, I really want to welcome the new
members of Faculty of Law Universitas Indonesia, Batch 2013!
In order to enrich your knowledge about Faculty of Law
Universitas Indonesia, and spesifically ALSA, we have put
some tips and tricks in this magazine’s article that hopefully
can help all of you to survive in law school. By publishing
this magazine, ALSA LC UI is trying to introduce the
wonderful activities and life as an undergraduate student in
our Faculty of Law Universitas Indonesia to the new member
of this Faculty of Law Universitas Indonesia, Batch 2013.
Moreover, we’re really hoping for the freshmen of Batch
2013 can participate OLMA, which is ALSA LC UI’s annual
recruitment event.
Last but not least, good luck for your new adventure in
Faculty of Law Universitas Indonesia. Having ALSA LC UI
as your family while you’re obtaining and gaining various
experiences in this campus is a great decision by the way.
So please do enjoy your journey by reading our magazine.
ALSA Always Be One!
Best Regards,
Bagus Joko Puruitomo Director of ALSA LC UI
Hello ALSAians
Director's Letter
alsa announcementExternal Public Relation team openly accepts
articles from any ALSA members, be it legal
review or other articles, as long as it does
not contain any form of discrimination or
underlying campaigns and is not more than
1000 words. Any interested party who wishes
their work to be published may email their
writing to ALSA LC UI’s email mentioned below.
The Asian Law Students’ Association (ALSA)
is a non-political association and a rising
student organization. It currently composed
of 13 membership countries and regions
including Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia,
Japan, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines,
Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Laos, and Vietnam.
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law student
101How to Survive Law School
For New Students
1. barelNeed anything? Have a limited budget? Barel is always be
the answer. Barel could be anything you want it to be. You
could buy books, bag, food, rent dorm or even household
there. It is located in front of Faculty of Law after the railroad.
2. abang? mbak?
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Feeling odd calling your senior with different nicknames
from your high school? In FHUI, you will have to adapt to
new nicknames where you have to call your seniors at FHUI
with Abang and Mbak. As this is one of the tradisions in FHUI
How to Survive Law School
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SIAK NG
4. car?!Are new students allowed to bring car to FHUI? Yes! But pay attention, you are prohibited
to park at FHUI parking lot simply because the space is not big enough to accommodate
the entire campus of FHUI. So, if you plan on bringing cars the campus it is recommended
to park it outside FHUI and the nearest space is at Masjid Universitas Indonesia (MUI)
5. organization Life is too short to be spending all your time on studying. Join some organizations!
Be a part of something to add more fun to your days in FHUI. You can always try out ALSA!
For Law Students in General1. Planning!Start planning on your future in legal career by choosing vocational program or start making a 5 year plan
of your life. If you really want to succeed, you have to know what you want to do and what will you do
2. understand, not memorize!It is inevitable for law students to have tons of reading materials on their hands.
Most people’s approach to overcome this is by memorizing them. This method is not
going to make you a straight A student. Rather than memorizing, try to understand
the concept. By doing that, you’re giving a huge favor for yourself and your brain!
3. bulletin board As a university student, there are many opportunities that will be offered to you. Finding
the right information is an important step to grasp these opportunities. Information
about competitions, internship at a law firm, and scholarships are published in the
bulletin board. Make sure you dont miss them by paying attention to the board!
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What is SIAK WAR? SIAK War will determine your future in the faculty. You will have to
sit for 12 hours in front of your computer with the internet on to be able to access SIAK,
so you could fill your course with your chosen lecturer. Or else you will have to spend
the rest of your semester with an undesired lecturer. Even worse, you might have to wait
for another semester to take that class, because the quota of the class is already full.
FHUI's Fun Facts
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Events
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EventsPast and Upcoming
alsa summer school
OLMA
This year’s Summer School, with the tagline “Learn English with Excitement
and Curiosity” was held on 8th-9th June 2013. The Project Officer for
this event was Stephanie Pretty from English Training Division. This
event was made with the purpose to endorse the subjects of Science
and Culture. The first day of Summer School was held at Panti Asuhan
At-Tien and the second day was held at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah.
For the culture theme, we created kites and visited Anjungan. For the
science theme, we created miniature volcanic eruptions, went to PPIPTEK,
watched a Science Show and 4 Dimension movie called “Salamander”.
Last but not least, all participants that consist of ALSAians member and
also participants from Panti Asuhan At-Tien really enjoyed this event.
Organization, Leadership, and Management of ALSA is a once
a year event which will be held for new members who intend
to join ALSA. In order for you to be a part of ALSA, you have to
attend OLMA. The purpose of the event is to introduce ALSA to
new members so they could get a picture of what ALSA is about.
2013
UPCOMING
PAST
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legal movies
Watching List for Law Students Learning doesn’t always have to be in a classroom, where teachers or professors are the ones who give
you information. In fact, there are other learning methods that are more amusing and exciting. Movies
not only amuse and excite, but also educate and inform. After all, what better way to learn about legal
ideas and concept than through movies! Here is a list of four movie titles for you to watch on your spare
time. Watch and rate it yourself! In the end, do tell us which one of these is your absolute favorite.
1. tO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
We know what you’re thinking, and yes it is a black and white movie. Don’t be fooled at first glance. It might
seem too dated for your taste, but you know what they say, the older the better. To Kill a Mockingbird is a
timeless classic that continues to speak to new generations. The movie it self is an adaptation of a book with
the same title, its story revolves around Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, who defends a
black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids against prejudice. To Kill a Mockingbird is easily
placed top on most of Greatest Legal Movies lists, and can you blame it? Interested? Watch it for yourself!
I rate this :
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Who doesn’t love a good argument? Moreover, if its delivered by a lawyer in uniform. Tom Cruise played a Navy
lawyer, Lt. Daniel Kaffee, who is assigned to defend two Marines accused of the murder of fellow leatherneck
at the U.S Navy base at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. A Few Good Men has the most popular courtroom scenes ever
filmed, with its best-know movie quotes of all time, “You can’t handle the truth!” delivered by actor Jack Nicholson.
I rate this :3. PHILADELPHIA
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Philadephia is considered to be one of the greatest legal movies of all time. It ranked #8 on the Aba Journal’s
famous Top 25 Legal Movies list. It starred Tom Hanks and Denzel Washinton as two competing lawyers who
join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. More than a decade after AIDS was first
identified as a disease, Philadelphia marks the first time Hollywood has risked a big-budget film on the subject.
I rate this :4. my cousin vinny
What would you do if you get framed for a murder on your way to college? Calling a cousin who graduated from
law school six years ago, who only recently managed to pass the bar exam on his sixth try would definitely be
your last option. Well, that’s what William and Stanley did in My Cousin Vinny. It is amusing to see Vinny as an
attorney who is working on his very first case. His unique style in court is downright funny by how he treated
the judge and delivered his opening argument. The movie packs in cinema’s briefiest opening argument such
as “Everthing that guy just said is a bullshit”, its best ever introduction to the rules of criminal procedure.
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Legal TV Shows
legal tv shows
Other than movies, TV shows can certainly be another way for you to have a peek at what you’re currently
studying right now, which is law. Wouldn’t it be nice to spend hours in front of your TV, watching legal
TV shows while not being so guilty? Since you’re not just entertaining yourself, but also enriching
your knowledge of law. Here’s a list of six legal TV Shows for you to watch and rate it for your self!
1. Law and OrderLaw & Order is one of the longest running TV drama series ever. Law &
Order actually uses real case law to prosecute their cases and make real
legal arguments. They say that you can’t fully appreciate how good “Law &
Order” is unless you’ve attended law school. In fact, if you watch enough Law
& Order, you could probably pass a criminal procedure class in law school.
I rate this : 2. L.A Law L.A Law inspired nearly all of the current lawyer shows. It was the first
TV Show to recognize that law is a business, practiced for profit in large
firms. Arguably no drama did as good a job tackling issues such as race,
gay rights, and the drug war during the last 80s and early 90s. Though the
show may seem dated for today’s law students, the show is still very funny
and well acted. L.A Law is considered as one of the greatest legal TV shows.
: I rate this3. Boston LegalBoston Legal is actually a spin-off of The Practice. The show
revolves around the Boston litigation law firm of Crane, Poole,
and Schmidt. It portrays two eccentric and flawed attorneys.
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4. Suits While running from a drug deal gone bad, Mike Ross, a brilliant young college-
dropout slips into a job interview with one of New York’s best legal closers,
Harvey Specter. Harvey takes a gamble by hiring Mike on the spot after he
recognizes his raw talent and photographic memory. Mike and Harvey are
a winning team. Even though Mike is a genius, he still has a lot to learn about
the law. And while Harvey may seem like an emotionless, cold-blooded shark,
Mike Ross will help remind Harvey that everything is not just about winning.
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5. Ally McBealAlly McBeal was goofy, but downright funny. The show was a slapstick soap
opera whose law office served as a setting for anorexic fashion, sex-driven
dialogue and never ending cycle of relationships. Who could forget the remote
toilet flusher for the unisex bathroom of the dancing babies that haunted Ally?
: I rate this6. The Practice Created by the same person who developed Ally McBeal, The Practice had its
share of glory for eight seasons from 1997 to 2004. The Practice focused on
the law firm of Robert Donnel and Associates. The first three seasons honestly
represent the pinnacle of legal dramas of television. The writing for this show is
consistently funny and thought provoking, even if you find yourself disagreeing
with half of the show’s closing argument. You might not like the idea of a TV
Show that idealize trial attorneys, which are people who defend murderers,
rapist, and scumbags for money, but The Practice is too entertaining to miss.
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Places that Law Students Should Visit
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Internship Program
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TALK WITH
ALUMNI
FERDY PRAWIRAKUSUMAH
Hello Bang Ferdy! First of all, congratulations
for your recent graduation and your new
job! We from ALSA are very proud of your
achievement as the former Director of ALSA
LC UI! However, we as the current member of
ALSA as well as student of FHUI are curious of
how life is after the exams, the all-nighters,
and the fun events. As a recent graduate, how
does work life differ from school life?
Thank you for the greetings, ALSA! Personally,
the biggest difference that I experience is the
degree of responsibility that I hold against
other people. During university, you are only
responsible to yourself. When you skip classes
or not get your homework done, the one who
will feel the impact of your actions is yourself.
However, in work life, I am responsible to
my partners for my coworkers will feel the
impacts of all my actions. Here, I realize I
have been given a very big responsibility
What soft skill did you gain in ALSA that is
most advantageous for your work?
I believe there are 2 most important soft skills
that I gained in ALSA, which are how to work in
a chain of command and how to work with new
people. In law firms, there is a structure much
like the one in ALSA, where staff will submit to
their manager and the manager will report to
the BODs. In ALSA also, I learned to work with
new people, and even people I don't like to
begin with, but because I have experienced
these I know how to handle it now, in work life,
and it is very helpful for me.
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What skills do you still need to develop during
your career that you have not gain during
university?
I believe it would be analytical skill. During
university, we are often forced to memorize
instead of analyze, but in practice we do not
have to memorize everything. Because we are
used to memorize during university, we are most
likely to be textbook oriented and lack the skill
to solve the cases we face. Therefore, I personally
feel I still need to develop this one skill of mine.
There are other options after graduation
instead of directly working, such as taking
master degree or traveling the world. Why
did you choose to work instead of doing those
other possible options?
I can more or less say my decision of working
right after graduation was accidental. I joined a
workshop and at first got a chance for internship,
and then slowly became a permanent partner.
Although as a result I did not have the chance
to enjoy holiday after graduation like most of
my friends, I believe such big opportunity does
not come twice, therefore after I thought it over
and consulted with my family, I took the offer. I
believe I made the right decision for the long run.
There are myths about how laborious being a
lawyer is, how tiring the work is that you have
no time to sleep, and others negative talks.
How do you justify these rumors?
To be honest, it’s true; the work will take over
your life. However do not fear the responsibility
that will be burdened to you because once
you are committed to your job, anything
can be done. It is true that there will be
difficulties to cope up when you
only started working, but the key is
always on time management. With
proper self-indulgence, you will
still be able to enjoy your life. my
coworkers will feel the impacts of
all my actions. Here, I realize I have
been given a very big responsibility in
comparison to during university life.
Lastly, any message for the new
students of FHUI and current ALSA
members regarding the transition
from university to working
world?doing those other possible
options?
I believe you made a great decision
if you choose to join ALSA, because
there are a lot of advantages that you
will gain, whether knowledge-wise,
organization-wise, or social-wise. I have
experienced it myself and all the things
I gained from ALSA were not in vain; it is
very rewarding. However, you can only
feel the maximum advantage if you also
put maximum effort in what you do.
you can only feel the maxadvantage ifyou also put max effort in what youdo "
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How to Write a good essay
In the field of law, one of the most necessary skills a person must have to be able to do well is
writing. Being able to express and convey one’s ideas in a comprehensive, eloquent, and most
importantly persuasive manner is a strong attribute that will help them to thrive in almost
any career in the legal arena. The good news is, this skill can be developed and improved,
and college is the best time to prepare brushing up your writing skills through essays.
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1. A Suitable Topic Find a suitable topic which you feel strongly about and have sufficient access to the
necessary resources. In order to do this, it is recommended that you choose an area
of concentration that is of interest to you and then narrow it down to a specific issue.
2. ResearchStart researching on three to four literary works by credible authors on the
subject. Make sure to read thoroughly, while still being focused on your topic.
3. Concrete Thesis StatementAs to the more technical aspect of writing the essay, always make sure to have
a concrete thesis statement that will prove your argument in the beginning of
the essay. A persuasive thesis statement will prevent you from going off-topic.
The thesis statement should be put in the last sentence of the first paragraph.
4. Relevant Evidence As to the more technical aspect of writing the essay, always make sure to have
a concrete thesis statement that will prove your argument in the beginning of
the essay. A persuasive thesis statement will prevent you from going off-topic.
The thesis statement should be put in the last sentence of the first paragraph.
5. The Scope of The EssayThe scope of the essay must also be paid careful attention to. If we are not careful,
we may end up discussing a wider scope with less substance rather than a smaller
scope with large substance. This is where structuring your essay helps. The standard
essay has three major points, with an introductory and a concluding paragraph.
6. Be Clear Finally, for those who tend to use complicated jargon, which at times may not even fit into
context; it is wise to be clear rather than clever. Nevertheless, if your intention is to impress the
reader as opposed to actually displaying genuine knowledge, you should refrain from doing so.
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