To those who change the world

An article appears discussing the efforts of Ms. Clara Luper. I can't y that I will ever be able to understand what these individuals, and today's African Americans ever face. I just hope that in somme way, I'm part of the solution.

You can find the article here.

The importance of backups

I came into the office this morning to discover that our main data server has a corrupt array. In layman's terms, this is VERY bad. This means that potentially, we've lost all our data. I was able to fix the problem (an issue with Windows Server 2k and the HDD), but this got me worried about the vulnerability of our data systems, and the effectiveness of our backups.

It is my standard practice to perform daily backups of the data onto an external, password encrypted drive, and a 2nd blank HDD. I also run periodic restores a 3rd HDD. However, I noticed today that although the restore file matches the material in the backup, the arrangement is different (additional folders/subfolders). This is an error caused when the backup was created, but would cause a stressful headache if we ever had to utilize this file system. This is an example of why continually checking your restore files is highly important.

Congratulations. You're a genius

There's a nifty little gizmo out in cyberspace that "scientifically" gives you the education level required for a website. If you're reading this, consider yourself lucky, you're a genius.





I will attempt to continue stimulating your intellect.

Highly (un)ethical

I'm not the ethics counsel of the Bar Association, but I'd have a difficult time justifying this mess. There's little wonder why lawyers are seen as deceptive.

Check out this article.

Bar Exam is finished

The Bar Exam is complete. I'll be posting more regularly now that I'm not forsaking everything else.

God speed & good luck

I'm an Eagle Scout, and even I wouldn't be prepared for the mass chaos in parts of Iowa, Wisconsin, and the midwest. I hope those of you affected will remain vigilant and protected.

For everyone else, PLEASE check the internet for 72 hour survival information. I'm trying to get my family's survival package together. If I can do it on my student/bar prep salary, you're certainly able to utilize yours.

You're encouraging my solo career

The ABA Journal has this story regarding concern male/father grads are facing.

I have two kids whom I believe (in the case of my oldest, know) worship the gound I walk on. In her sweet mind, there is nothing I could do that isn't cured with a "sorry."

The family aspects of solo practice sure make that family/work split an even more appealing lure.

http://www.abajournal.com/mobile/daddy_track_is_a_major_concern_for_male_law_grads_study_says/

Acceleration

I'm in the middle of bar exam preparation, and I've come to the sudden, and abrupt, realization that I haven't learned nearly enough in law school about "the law."

Sure, plenty of my classes taught the theories surrounding the law, but very few actually went into the practical applications of the law. What's more, fewer even discussed how to manage "the law" when the true realities confront you in the face.

It's important to take a minute and evaluate all the potential ramifications of the legal practice. In the swift 3 days between graduation and the grueling preparation known as bar review, I took an opportunity to read Carolyn Elefant's new book, Solo By Choice. This is the "What I'd Wished I'd Knew" handbook for all aspiring solos.

Solo By Choice does in about 200 pages what Jay Foonberg's comparable volume struggles to do in 600+. Do you want some hard-and-fast tips on becoming a better lawyer and managing/starting your practice? YOU MUST READ THIS!! Every solo should give Carolyn a standing ovation for this piece of literature with the potential to redefine the solo practice.

With all this stress, who needs caffeine

I'm a law school graduate! It was fantastic. Now the bar prep begins.

Another instance of stupidity

This article appeared on today's news: http://newsok.com/midwest-city-man-catches-fire-two-injured/article/3239589/?tm=1210075082?

Again I wonder what people are thinking. I hope this is poorly written copy, meaning that the man was working in his garage instead of the house.