Wellness
Lawyering While Distracted: The Hidden Influence of the Attention Economy
I read a lot of online content about meditation and mindfulness so that I can discuss these topics in my wellness articles and presentations. It seems harmless enough. But somewhere along the way, I discovered that these searches triggered a subtle form of algorithmic manipulation that has resulted in a disturbing number of unnecessary and…
Read MoreRetirement
Reprinted with permission of the NC Bar Association – originally published at the NCBarBlog on December 16, 2025. Retirement – NCBarBlog I recently had lunch with a good friend where I, for the first time, spoke seriously about my retirement. By way of background, I am fifty-one years old and have been practicing law since…
Read MoreDo You Feel Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy Down in Your Heart?
Do you feel it yet? Are you struggling to contain your excitement? Has the joy of the holiday season taken hold of you firmly? If not, what is wrong with you? Havenât you watched the Hallmark movies, seen the advertisements, and listened to the carols announcing great tidings of joy on a near-constant loop? You…
Read MoreâTwas the All-Nighter Before Christmas
âTwas the night before Christmas, the office was deadBut visions of billables danced in my head;My time sheets had all been submitted with care,In hopes that a bonus soon would appear; The partners were nestled all snug in their beds,But me, I was working so my kids could be fed;And I at my desk with…
Read MoreThe Case of the Missing Fingerprints
A few years ago, I decided to paint our kitchen cabinets. My wife suggested hiring a professional, but I brushed off the idea. After all, I had already painted every bedroom in the house. How different could this be? I would just sand off the existing stain finish and apply a nice, even coat of…
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