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Perspective

Nov. 6, 2009

Lessons From a Corsican Mouse on Practicing Law

Business lawyer Edwin Reeser tells of his encounter with a mouse and how this became invaluable advice to future clients.

LEGAL PROFESSION

By Edwin B. Reeser

I have had one lesson, taught twice, that was very important to my career and life, and rather than subject any of you to the abject humiliation of the experience, share it with you openly.

The first installment came during my training as a martial artist, which I pursued ardently for more than 20 years. It had to do with developing the skill of the "eye of the crab," used both for recognizing danger early an...

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