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Representative Cases
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(TRIED, MEDIATED, SETTLED OR ASSOCIATED BY TYPE OF CASE, PARTY, INJURY)
INTRODUCTION:
We hold ourselves out as a legal boutique of "trial lawyers." To the extent
that this phrase implies that we try most of our cases, it is misleading.
We attempt to settle every case either through informal discussion with
adverse parties, or through formal mediation. We believe settlement attempts
are absolutely necessary due to the fact that the results of trial or arbitration
are uncertain. We believe that such uncertainty derives from a meld of
facts, law, presentation, and the personalities of the parties, witnesses,
lawyers, judges (or arbitrators), and jurors which are uniquely beyond
control. Our concepts are evidenced in many divided court opinions which
show that even impartial, trained reviewers of fact and law can hold different
opinions as to import and interpretation.
Arbitration and/or trial are recommended when all other efforts fail to
adequately resolve disputes. However, it is our general policy to prepare
every case as if for trial, because experience has taught us that only
by thorough preparation, can optimal settlement results be obtained.
A significant part of our client base is comprised of referrals from former
clients and other professionals, including lawyers, doctors, accountants,
bankers, business executives and insurance agents who are concerned about
their clients, patients, and customers' legal well-being. We are grateful
for all referrals, and we enjoy working with referring attorneys who do
not specialize in conflict resolution, including litigation.
Likewise, we do not hesitate to refer clients or to associate legal specialists
when a matter is outside our comfort zone or experience, and when we and
the client jointly decide to do so.
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