Being with a university where one generally doesn't have to write personal statements when applying to courses, there often isn't a simple off the shelf answer to this question (let alone some text that can be simply copied and pasted). And often people find it hardest to put their personal reasoning into written form. Instinct governs us more than we realise. The decision is still taken carefully and rationally but isn't always the easiest to write up.
But there are many reasons people study Law. Not everyone is studying because they want to be a lawyer. Many are studying for the broader skills and application. At its base, Law constitutes the rules of society. Understanding how the rules operate and how to apply them is a natural reason to be drawn to the subject. The skills one develops through the study of the subject are highly transferable whilst the knowledge of a Law graduate can be extremely useful in many different jobs.
The study of Law can lead one in many different directions, both professionally and personally. There is something about understanding the order of things that is attractive. It's a rigorous subject not to be entered lightly, but studying it can be highly rewarding.
If you're looking for tips for a personal statement for an application then this post is going to be a disappointment. But ultimately everyone has their own reasons for being drawn to a particular subject and it's not always easy to put them into words. Often they just know this is the right course.
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