Q. Judge Smith, how has law practice changed since you started? A. I became a lawyer in 1987. As a newbie, my boss tasked me…
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Q. Judge Smith, what are the pros and cons of the parties settling their civil lawsuits, and how do you encourage the parties to negotiate…
Imagine a world in which newspapers have been bankrupted and shuttered. Imagine that Reddit, the Drudge Report and Red Pill are no more and that…
In its current form, there is nothing ‘universal’ about the proposed ‘universal’ school of choice voucher program. The word universal implies that access is open;…
By Judge J. Layne Smith Q. Judge Smith, what is a default judgment? Does a default judgment end the case? A. Due process of law…
I am writing to thank Havana-area residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season. Generosity throughout contributed…
Question: ” Judge Smith, what is criminal contempt of Court? How often does it happen? What punishment does it carry?” – Zach Suppose you are…
Question: “Judge Smith, did you always aspire to be a lawyer?” – Sally No, I did not. Allow me to explain how it happened. My…
Question: “Judge Smith, what advice can you give about cross-examining witnesses?” – Tate I have spent thousands of hours trying to master the art of…
Question: “Judge Smith, how many hours a week do you work?” – Lyla It depends. I directly control the number of hearings and trials I…