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In this captivating sequel to The Law and I, the author delves deeper into his 44-year journey (1970-2014) in the legal profession. From finding a flat with his wife before starting his articles to the intricacies of his experiences at Radcliffe's, where he completed his training, this book offers a candid and insightful look into the life of a solicitor. The author bravely shares the mistakes he made early in his career and his initial approach to using the law for his clients. He explores the evolution of evidence presentation, including the use of videos, and provides fascinating details about judges, magistrates, probation officers, and the prisons he encountered. The book also showcases the author's unique experiences managing a smallholding while practicing advocacy. Throughout the book, the author presents a diverse array of clients, including relatives and prisoners, and shares his colleagues' perspectives on the law and lawyers. He offers a glimpse into the inner workings of his office during court proceedings, the evolution of law books over his career, and the compensation he received over the 44 years. The author also discusses various types of crimes and how he represented them in court. Finally, he shares his insights on the future of the law, the potential consequences of court closures, and the impact of reduced legal aid.
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More Narratives from "The Law and I"
In this captivating sequel to The Law and I, the author delves deeper into his 44-year journey (1970-2014) in the legal profession. From finding a flat with his wife before starting his articles to the intricacies of his experiences at Radcliffe's, where he completed his training, this book offers a candid and insightful look into the life of a solicitor. The author bravely shares the mistakes he made early in his career and his initial approach to using the law for his clients. He explores the evolution of evidence presentation, including the use of videos, and provides fascinating details about judges, magistrates, probation officers, and the prisons he encountered. The book also showcases the author's unique experiences managing a smallholding while practicing advocacy. Throughout the book, the author presents a diverse array of clients, including relatives and prisoners, and shares his colleagues' perspectives on the law and lawyers. He offers a glimpse into the inner workings of his office during court proceedings, the evolution of law books over his career, and the compensation he received over the 44 years. The author also discusses various types of crimes and how he represented them in court. Finally, he shares his insights on the future of the law, the potential consequences of court closures, and the impact of reduced legal aid.
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In this captivating sequel to The Law and I, the author delves deeper into his 44-year journey (1970-2014) in the legal profession. From finding a flat with his wife before starting his articles to the intricacies of his experiences at Radcliffe's, where he completed his training, this book offers a candid and insightful look into the life of a solicitor. The author bravely shares the mistakes he made early in his career and his initial approach to using the law for his clients. He explores the evolution of evidence presentation, including the use of videos, and provides fascinating details about judges, magistrates, probation officers, and the prisons he encountered. The book also showcases the author's unique experiences managing a smallholding while practicing advocacy. Throughout the book, the author presents a diverse array of clients, including relatives and prisoners, and shares his colleagues' perspectives on the law and lawyers. He offers a glimpse into the inner workings of his office during court proceedings, the evolution of law books over his career, and the compensation he received over the 44 years. The author also discusses various types of crimes and how he represented them in court. Finally, he shares his insights on the future of the law, the potential consequences of court closures, and the impact of reduced legal aid.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781035866977
Publisher: Austin Macauley
Publication date: 01/03/2025
Pages: 142
Product dimensions: 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.39(d)

About the Author

John Clarke practised as a litigation solicitor for 44 years, beginning as an articled clerk in Westminster and later working in Brighton, King's Lynn, and Wisbech. He specialised in criminal law and prison law for 37 of those 44 years. Additionally, he managed an 18-acre smallholding while maintaining his legal practice.
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