Legal Logic Puzzle

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Want to simplify your life?

Are you looking for a simpler life? This article describes people, including a paralegal, who have made changes: "Interpretations of simplicity are as varied as the individuals who practice it. Most agree that it's about buying less, taking care of the environment and building meaningful relationships. "Two years ago, Linda Dalton, 62, left her Newport Beach condo and a paralegal...

“Tightknit: Gunster Yoakley staff bond with needles”

We'd heard that knitting has become more popular, but in law firms too? "Around noon once a week, Rebecca Bolduc enters the conference room of the law firm of Gunster Yoakley in Fort Lauderdale with a brown tote in tow. She slides into a chair around the large teak table and pulls out items rarely found in law offices -- knitting needles. "Before long, Bolduc is joined by co-workers...

“Attorneys Find Work, Fulfillment at Burning Man”

Woo-hoo, lawyers doing their thing at this crazy show: "Over the weekend, mediator Ron Kelly planned to put on his full-length white linen suit and his huge green hat -- 'three feet in diameter' -- and set up his booth in the desert, so he could do what he describes as some of his most interesting work. "For the past six years or so, Kelly has made for the Black Rock Desert of Nevada to...

“Hot rods, hot time” involving paralegals?

Two paralegals & their husbands on a really different path: "Imagine your job is to plan parties, give out prizes to people who attend, chat with guests and entertain them with music. "Welcome to Lightning Rod ProMotions. "Two husband-and-wife teams own the LaGrange-based company. Donna and Ed Silinsky and Cheryl and Ray LeFever host weekly events for car enthusiasts in the...

“The Need for Work-Life Balance”

Yes, you might be able to have a balance between work & life, Virginia: "Every working person in Corporate America feels the need for work-life balance. The legal community is no different. The Boston Bar Association was recently commended for establishing a Task Force which addressed and brought to the forefront the sensitive issue of work-life balance. The findings not only highlight...

Oh, My, Lawyers in Love?

Well, yes, it can happen: The Internet has fueled marketing for just about every product & audience imaginable. So, why not love? And why not lawyers?  Enter Lawyersinlove.com. Exclusively for lawyers, law students, & other legal professionals, the online dating site marked its one-year anniversary this past February 14th. Users pay fees starting at $19.95 per month. Enjoy!

“Balancing Life and Practice: Getting Lawyers To Reset Moral Compass”

Lawyers need more spirituality so they won't be so miserable, so says this article from the Boston Globe. "Daniel Webster: You seem to have an excellent acquaintance with the law, sir. "The Devil: Sir, that is no fault of mine. Where I come from, we have always gotten the pick of the Bar. (Stephen Vincent Benet , 'The Devil and Daniel Webster') "The idea that lawyers need a dose...