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Episode Synopsis
Meg McCormick Hoerner welcomes South Jersey attorney, Colonel Stephen Patrick.
Full Episode Page: https://BridgetonBeacon.com/colonel-stephen-patrick
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Colonel Patrick has been a formidable criminal defense attorney in Cumberland, Cape May, and Atlantic counties in #newjersey .
He has handled numerous trials and has a high success rate in winning cases.
The practice of law has undergone significant changes over the years, including the shift from individual lawyer questioning during voir dire to judge-led questioning.
The transition from paper discovery to electronic discovery has made the process more time-consuming and challenging.
There has been an increase in paperwork and forms in the legal process, which can be burdensome for attorneys.
Criminal justice reform, including the elimination of cash bail, has had both positive and negative impacts.
The study of history can provide valuable insights and perspectives for lawyers.
Managing the business side of law can be challenging, and many attorneys struggle with balancing legal expertise and business acumen.
Losing cases can be a valuable learning experience for young lawyers.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Historical Context
07:07 Military Service and Commission
24:23 Establishing a Solo Law Practice
32:50 Trials and Winning Record
40:17 The Burden of Paperwork
50:34 Balancing Legal Expertise and Business Acumen
01:00:40 Advice for Young Lawyers
Full Episode Page: https://BridgetonBeacon.com/colonel-stephen-patrick
🌿
Colonel Patrick has been a formidable criminal defense attorney in Cumberland, Cape May, and Atlantic counties in #newjersey .
He has handled numerous trials and has a high success rate in winning cases.
The practice of law has undergone significant changes over the years, including the shift from individual lawyer questioning during voir dire to judge-led questioning.
The transition from paper discovery to electronic discovery has made the process more time-consuming and challenging.
There has been an increase in paperwork and forms in the legal process, which can be burdensome for attorneys.
Criminal justice reform, including the elimination of cash bail, has had both positive and negative impacts.
The study of history can provide valuable insights and perspectives for lawyers.
Managing the business side of law can be challenging, and many attorneys struggle with balancing legal expertise and business acumen.
Losing cases can be a valuable learning experience for young lawyers.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Historical Context
07:07 Military Service and Commission
24:23 Establishing a Solo Law Practice
32:50 Trials and Winning Record
40:17 The Burden of Paperwork
50:34 Balancing Legal Expertise and Business Acumen
01:00:40 Advice for Young Lawyers
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