December 07, 2017 | FC&S Insurance
Has Understanding Intersecting Legal Disciplines Become a Basic Requirement of Competency?In the legal profession we are tasked with being intimately familiar with the ways that different areas of law interact with each other. The mastering…
By John Krawczyk
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November 28, 2017 | The Legal Intelligencer
Has Understanding Intersecting Legal Disciplines Become a Basic Requirement of Competency?In the legal profession we are tasked with being intimately familiar with the ways that different areas of law interact with each other. The mastering of interdisciplinary practices is an essential element in providing effective representation to our clients.
By John Krawczyk
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July 27, 2012 | Texas Lawyer
The Everyday Lawyer: Planning Ahead to Avoid Pitfalls in PracticeAs attorneys, we all have our quirks: I am a sucker for justice. My passion is working with low-income clients. The personal stories you encounter when you work with individuals who cannot afford traditional legal services cannot be replicated. As a result, my early legal experience shifted between various nonprofit organizations. Traditionally, these positions have been the only available route to follow my passion. Thus, when I began working for a small private firm this year, I was pleasantly surprised that the majority of my clients were low-income.
By John Krawczyk
2 minute read
July 26, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer
The Everyday Lawyer: Planning Ahead to Avoid Pitfalls in PracticeAs attorneys, we all have our quirks: I am a sucker for justice. My passion is working with low-income clients. The personal stories you encounter when you work with individuals who cannot afford traditional legal services cannot be replicated. As a result, my early legal experience shifted between various nonprofit organizations. Traditionally, these positions have been the only available route to follow my passion. Thus, when I began working for a small private firm this year, I was pleasantly surprised that the majority of my clients were low-income. What has been even more surprising is that the unique issues I have encountered while representing low-income individuals in private practice have presented even more challenges than the demands of nonprofit work.
By John Krawczyk
9 minute read
February 07, 2013 | The Legal Intelligencer
The Everyday Lawyer: Establishing Identity as a Young AttorneyWhen it comes to bringing business into a firm, perception is everything. A client's perception of you as an attorney will dictate whether or not he or she decides to retain you.
By John Krawczyk
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