Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

MENTAL ATTITUDEDownload There is no simple secret to achieving excellence as an attorney. However, one essential characteristic is that all accomplished attorneys possess is having the right mental attitude. We are personally and professionally obligated to be the best we can be in representing clients who rely upon us. The first step in becoming an accomplished attorney involves the process of developing the right mental attitude. We begin that process by accepting the fact that our imitations are self-imposed.  It…

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When Glenn Cunningham was a small boy growing up in rural Kansas, he and his older brother Floyd were trapped in a schoolhouse fire caused by an overheated stove. Floyd died from the burns, and Glenn’s legs were terribly burned at the age of seven. His legs were burned so badly that the doctors considered amputation, but at the last minute decided against it. He was told he would not walk again. Glenn was resolved to not only walk but…

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As trial advocates we are tested in many ways while carrying our professional duties for our clients. We fail to stop, at intervals, and reflect on this aspect of our lives. Here are a couple of basic reflections you might find beneficial to consider. Nothing profound, but subjects we may find applicable to our lives. If you do your job well and with courage you will offend some people If we fulfill our role as advocates, no matter how professionally…

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