Random Thoughts

I'm no expert, but to me a leader is someone who leads by example - and who builds support by demonstrating to others the value of his or her actions. A leader builds by creating a coalition, and by embracing others. Sadly, many of today's leaders believe that they only…

As 2008 comes to a close, I have mixed thoughts about the state of the profession. In many ways, practicing law has become a greater challenge -- with issues of civility and professionalism making the difference. When I began practicing, lawyers were still under the illusion that law was a…