Why Appoint a Senior Lawyer?

I try to remember as much of my early experience as a lawyer—what I did, what I thought, how I felt—as possible. I am confident of finding some thing entertaining or edifying when I reflect on it. There are other reasons, too. It keeps me close to my humble beginnings. It enables me to empathise with young lawyers. It gives me experiences to draw upon and share, like I do here. When I started practice, …

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A Resolutely Major Generalist

Sometime last year, a lawyer friend called me up. We’ve known each other for some time. After exchanging pleasantries, he told me he had a matter he needed help with. ‘I thought of bringing you in. But then I realized that I didn’t know your practice area. Sorry for not knowing despite knowing you for so many years.’ ‘Aiyah, no worries lah. My practice area… How about this? Why don’t you tell me what help …

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