STRATEGY AND PRACTICE RUNS
FRESH PERSPECTIVE
I come to your file fresh, like a judge would, and therefore can recognize problems that you might be missing. I am experienced at jumping into files, orienting myself quickly, and identifying areas of improvement.
One client, who dubbed me "the throbbing brain," said he would much rather hear problems from me first - and work on a solution together - than hear them from a judge.
My clients report that practicing law is more fun when they work with me, because I shoulder some of the burden of "getting things right" and allow them to focus more on client service and courtroom skills.
PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!
This was the advice of all the panelists in a recent CPD on Appellate Practice. The panelists identified the challenge of practicing your argument if you are a sole practitioner or your colleagues are too busy to assist.
This is where I come in! I can review the factums ahead of time, prepare questions, and then give you a chance to test your arguments before you face the panel.
When my clients engage me to drill them and assist with the presentation of oral argument, they report both greater success and greater satisfaction with their performance following the hearing.