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Discovery Evidence The Craft of Lawyering

The Inelegant Art of Scorched Earth Discovery

[This article was previously published in the November 2, 2014 issue of California Litigation] “Believe it or not, the composition and layout of some of my images fall precisely . . . within the…

September 2, 2014
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Developing Clients Solo Law Practice The Business of Practicing Law The Craft of Lawyering When You Are Sued

Appreciating Why Our Clients Appreciate Transparency

Not only does transparency reduce the frequency of unpaid legal bills, it instills confidence. Long-term clients generally prefer to play the role of partner, rather than purely customer, and transparency fosters feelings of inclusion…

July 17, 2014
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Careers Employment Law

Avoiding The Perils of Unpaid Interns

As we greet Summer, employers may be tempted to offer internship programs to provide students and others valuable real-world experience in their industry. An internship can be a terrific opportunity for both the intern…

July 3, 2014
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Careers Developing Clients Solo Law Practice The Business of Practicing Law

Why Would Anyone Leave BigLaw ?

When I was a law student, I understood BigLaw to be the holy grail of law practice in America. A complete stranger to the profession, all I knew was that getting an interview and…

March 30, 2014
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Careers Developing Clients Solo Law Practice The Business of Practicing Law

A Quest To Consistently Over-Deliver

One of the very best parts about starting a new business is the ability to imagine exactly what you want the business to look like, and then make that happen. I recognize this can…

March 21, 2014
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