Remember What Your Job Is: Beware The Trappings Of Experienced Lawyers
Some of the perks of being an experienced lawyer can be nice, but remember what you’re supposed to do as a lawyer.
Read More You Have To Be Ready To Make A Judgment Call
Work collegially and understand that you should speak to more experienced lawyers to help you decide tough issues. But if you want to succeed as a lawyer you have to be…
Read More When The Student Becomes The Teacher: Going From Managee To Manager
As Darth Vader once said: “When I left you, I was but the learner. Now I am the master.” I do not consider myself a master of law (very few are…
Read More Settlement: Don’t Hate The Player, Hate The Game
Settlement can feel just plain weird, and it often is, especially when you’re used to fighting. But to be a good trial lawyer who wins for clients, you need to…
Read More Know Your Audience So You Know Your Story
The facts are facts and you should never alter them, but you need to tailor your presentation to your audience so you can win for your side. Always be conscious…
Read More Win Because Of Effort And Will
The best trial lawyers don’t win because of some special hook. They win because they work harder than the other guy and don’t give in or give up.
Read More Advice For Entry-Level Associates From An Entry-Level Associate
Advice for making the transition from law school to legal practice.
Read More Litigators: Do Not Fear The Narrative – You Can Handle The Truth
Your witnesses must be reassured that you are not afraid of the narrative, no matter how it comes out.
Read More If You Are Not Really A Trial Lawyer, Do Not Try To Be One
For us to fulfill our obligations to our clients to be their counselors and fighters and help them win, we need to be sure we belong in this field.
Read More