Search -
Transitioning from Prosecutor to Defense Attorney: Leading Lawyers on Essential Strategies for Considering and Adapting to a New Professional Perspective (Inside the Minds)
Transitioning from Prosecutor to Defense Attorney Leading Lawyers on Essential Strategies for Considering and Adapting to a New Professional Perspective - Inside the Minds Author:Multiple Authors Transitioning from Prosecutor to Defense Attorney provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on the many factors to be considered before, during, and after making the shift from government servant to private practitioner. Featuring partners and chairs from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through the intr... more »ospective analysis lawyers must undertake before making the switch-e.g., Do I have the right personal traits and temperament? Am I ready to meet the challenges of the transition? How do I define success?-and provides a sharpened lens on the transitioning lawyer s new professional world. These top attorneys give tips on rising above the challenges that come with beginning a new defense practice and on establishing new relationships with law enforcement, judges, clients, and juries. Additionally, these leaders reveal their time-tested principles on preparing for and making the transition into the new role. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success as lawyers make the switch from prosecutor to defense attorney. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities. Chapters include: 1. Mark Allen Horton, President, Horton Law Offices LLC - "Making the Jump: From Prosecution to Defense"
2. Robert J. Campos, Owner, Robert J. Campos & Associates PLC - "Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges of Starting a Defense Practice"
3. Franklin E. Spaulding, President, Spaulding Law PC - "What Did You Get Yourself Into?: Moving from Prosecution to Defense"
4. Shane Wilkinson, Owner, Wilkinson Law Firm - "Embracing the Switch: Strategies for Jumping into a Defense Practice Wholeheartedly"
5. Myles S. Breiner, President, The Law Offices of Myles S. Breiner - "Becoming a Sword and Shield"
6. Andrea Lance, Principal Attorney, Lance Law LLC - "From Government Prosecutor to Defense Entrepreneur: as Different as the Day is Long"
7. Eric Romano, Partner, Romano Law Group - "Pursuing a Private Defense Practice"
8. Torreya L. Hamilton, Managing Attorney, Hamilton Law Office LLC - "Representing Versus Prosecuting the Defendant: a Difference in Strategic Orientation"
9. Peter W. Berger, Managing Attorney, Berger Law Firm PC - "Life on the Other Side: Why You Should Go"
10. M. Victoria Cole, Owner, M. Victoria Cole Law Firm PC - "How Can You Sleep at Night?: Leaving a Prosecution Practice for Private Defense Work" Appendices include:
Appendix A: Sample Intake Sheet
Appendix B: Sample Opening Letter to Client
Appendix C: Sample Fee Agreement
Appendix D: Sample Closeout Letter to Client
Appendix E: Checklist for Fee Agreements
Appendix F: Criminal Case Intake
Appendix G: Criminal Case Intake Checklist
Appendix H: Criminal Case Client Introduction Letter« less