Smoking a cigar.

February 12, 2009 by Zale.

I didn’t expect to win.  I encouraged the client to try to enter into an agreement before the hearing.  It was not a big case, except to my client.  The other side thought they had a lock.  But every now and then, an Appalachian State beats a Michigan (football reference to those of you who don’t follow college sports).  That’s why they play the game.  College sports wouldn’t be much fun if every team entered into an Agreed Order as to the outcome of the game.  Law wouldn’t be much fun if there wasn’t a hearing every now and then.  Sometimes you are surprised.  Sometimes David beats Goliath.  Sometimes a seasoned lawyer’s years of experience just can’t overcome the poor facts of their case or a judge’s opinion.

This was my first win as lead trial counsel.  It wasn’t even in an area that I practice much or have a tremendous amount of confidence or experience, but its a win none the less.  Soon I’ll finish this cigar and send the client a bill.  It’s nice to have happy clients, but its even nicer to have happy clients that don’t mind paying the bil.

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