by Traverse Legal, reviewed by Enrico Schaefer - October 10, 2006 - 'The Greatest' Philosophy
I would never have taken up kiteboarding or yoga at my old law firm. Who had time? Who could spare those precious minutes which could otherwise be spent billing a client?
As an independent practitioner, I make decisions which make sense. I balance my life between work and play. And I never let "hourly billing" thoughts affect how I work or play. And, no, I never wear a suit except if I am in court.
Is the hourly billing clock keeping you from trying the things that make you smile?
As a founding partner of Traverse Legal, PLC, he has more than thirty years of experience as an attorney for both established companies and emerging start-ups. His extensive experience includes navigating technology law matters and complex litigation throughout the United States.
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