” . . . and a donut without a hole, is a Danish.” –Caddyshack In a media dialogue between two minds I greatly admire, Scott Adams, the creator of Dilbert, and Associate’s Mind blogger…
Read ArticleFew of us aspire to be a briefcase carrier when we start law school, but that’s what many of us find ourselves doing when we first pass the bar. At least if we’re lucky.…
Read ArticleI can trace four periods in my life that significantly shaped my writing. First, I’ve always been a passionate reader. Reading the good writing of others is not only great fun, it’s indispensable for…
Read ArticleLet me start by saying that I know that not everyone who graduates from law school aspires to be a partner in a big law firm. Or a small law firm. Or any law…
Read ArticleI was really pleased to come across this article in the ABA Journal about Drexel University Professor Karl Okamoto, who has created a moot court-type experience dedicated to helping students hone skills needed to…
Read ArticleThe Wall Street Journal ran an article yesterday discussing the ongoing debate whether the traditional course of study for a law degree, which is a prerequisite in most states for admission to practice, should…
Read ArticleI am a big fan of Dan Hull‘s writing at his popular What About Paris/What About Clients blog. He has intellect, wit and a literary bent. One post which often seems to show up again and…
Read ArticleI had a great dinner last night with someone I’ve known off and on for several years and who qualifies as one of the true luminaries of the Los Angeles Bar. Part of what…
Read ArticleIn all but the rarest instances, I come away from a lawsuit with a clearer memory of my opponent’s lawyer than of the opponent. When I get involved in a new case, I’ll often…
Read ArticleCould licensed lawyers ever go the way of the Dodo and S & H Green Stamps? I came across this recent article in the Wall Street Journal about the growing interest by non-traditional law…
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