Court Says Lawyer’s “Colorful Insults” Did Not Help His Clients’ Case
Also not helpful: over-the-top metaphors.
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Attorney Charged With Criminal Mischief for Egging Judge’s Car
He explained that it was all in fun, but the judge doesn’t seem to have been amused.
Tip: “BOOM SHAKALAKA” May Not Be Best Response to Contempt Petition
Maybe on the way out of court after you win, but probably at no other time.
Court Declines to Sanction Lawyer for Alleged “Butt Shaking” During Mediation
Only because he had suffered enough already.
Judge Asks Attorneys to Wear Shirts, Get Out of Bed for Videoconferences
Seriously? Yes.
“Tell You What, Slick. This Profession Doesn’t Need You.”
Phrases that suggest your hearing is not going especially well.
Tear Gas Fired to Disperse Lawyers
How many lawyers does it take to start a riot? Couple hundred, depending.
“Perhaps Some of the Language ‘Crossed the Line’ of Civility”
But you be the judge. If you are over 18, at least.
“Excuseman” Gets Three Years for Stealing From Clients
Slower than a speeding bullet, and less powerful than the bar association.
“Quirky” Lawyer Acquitted of Stalking; Concedes He Did “Meow Randomly on Occasion”
The extent of the meowing remains unclear.