Litigation & Arbitration
Apr. 7, 2022
Advice for new attorneys: Litigating like a pro athlete?
When my trial objection is sustained, I will walk over and chest-bump opposing counsel, wag my finger at him, shake my head, and yell “don’t try me again!”
James D. Crosby
James D. Crosby, Attorney at LawEmail: crosby@crosbyattorney.com
Univ of San Diego SOL; San Diego CA
There is a lot going on for Southern California sports fans: March Madness; San Diego Wave women’s soccer; Padre and Dodgers baseball games and the NBA playoffs are around the corner. Which got me to thinking…what if I handled my cases like a professional athlete?
For example, when I win a motion for summary judgment at oral argument, I will stop, look to the heavens momentarily, then look down and kiss both of my biceps. Conversely, when ...
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