I was 20 years old when I made the decision to become a lawyer. Up to that point, I thought very seriously about going into the ministry, medicine, and music. I was also interested in lawyer shows on television, and enjoyed writing and public speaking. I majored in...
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Month: July 2017
When is the best time to consult with a lawyer about selling my house?
This is one with a simple and straightforward answer: the best time to consult with a lawyer before you sell your house is before you sign a listing contract, a sales agreement, and talk with a potential buyer or realtor. If you sign a listing contract with a realtor,...
What is a typical work day like for you?
First I have to say that there is no single type of work day. Sometimes I will be in Court, and sometimes I will be in the office. Other times, I will be traveling to one or more Courthouses or other locations either to file papers, pick things up, have meetings,...
What are some things a lawyer can do to establish better rapport with the “other side?”
I think the first thing is to treat the opposition with courtesy and respect. I have been practicing law for over 40 years, and I really don't think I've ever seen a situation where it was appropriate for one litigant to sneer at another, for a lawyer to yell at a...
What are some shortcomings you have seen in members of the legal profession?
That's a tough question to answer. Generally, members of the legal profession are hard-working, honorable and capable individuals who are very dedicated to their clients. But, here are some thoughts that come to mind: a. Sometimes I have seen other lawyers appear to...
What are some problems you encounter in connection with child custody cases?
I will give a few observations, based on a number of years of experience. These are my opinion, and some may disagree with me. 1. "Dumping on" the other parent verbally, in writing, in emails, through third persons, etc., is hardly ever constructive. It can be very...
Witnesses
The American justice system depends upon testimony of witnesses. Most testimony is handled orally, but there are some situations in which it is done in writing. If you have a case in which a lawyer is representing you, and you are a Plaintiff, Defendant, Movant,...
What are some of the most difficult things for you about being a lawyer?
Without a doubt, the hardest thing for me is telling people what they don't want to hear. While it is very difficult to do, it is also a basic necessity for lawyers to have the intestinal fortitude to sit a client down, look her in the eye, and say "I'm sorry but you...
What are some of the humorous things that have occurred in your practice?
Well, I have to be careful answering this one. Pretty much everything we do is confidential, so I am going to change a few of the minor inconsequential facts, and certainly will mention no names, but here goes: 1. Once I was questioning a witness who was not...
Somebody has sued me and I have received a Summons, but I don’t know what to do with it.
A Summons is a notice from a Court that you have been sued, and that you have a limited period of time to file an appropriate legal response to the law suit papers. All too many times, I have seen situations where people have ignored Summonses and then several months...