Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Practice critical thinking. Develop your writing skills. Work on your oral communication skills. Familiarize yourself with the courts in which you regularly practice. Complete a trial practice seminar. Join a local, state, or national bar association. Find a mentor.

Answer: In order to be a successful lawyer, you must be able to look at a legal issue from all sides in order to come up with the best solution. Proper analysis will not only help you to identify the legal issue, but help you to develop a sound legal argument to support your client’s position.  Make sure you have a clear grasp of all of the pertinent facts before you form your conclusion. Don’t always rely on your client to tell you everything up front. Clients often will not volunteer information because they don’t know what is important and what is not. Ask the questions that are necessary to find out the information that you need. Lawyer often underestimate the writing skills that are needed to be a successful lawyer. The reality is that lawyers spend a great deal of their time filing pleadings and other documents with the court. Almost all of these documents require some degree of writing expertise. You are much more likely to advance your client’s position if you can effectively write. As a general rule, you should create a written argument as follows:  Clarify the facts of your case. Identify the legal issue. Determine which laws or regulations apply to your issue. Apply the laws to the facts of your case. Draw a conclusion based on the laws that you have applied to the facts of your case. All successful lawyers have excellent communication skills, whether speaking to the court, other lawyers, a jury, or their clients. They must be able to articulate a client’s position to the court, effectively question a witness, argue to a jury, and convince clients to hire them.  With respect to clients, a lawyer must be able to obtain all information from a client that is necessary to represent him or her with sensitivity and tact. Lawyers must be able to convince a potential client that they are the right attorney to represent him or her. Attorneys also should be able to effectively communicate with other lawyers. In doing so, they can work toward settlements that are acceptable for all parties involved and effective negotiate on behalf of their clients. In dealing with the court, attorneys should be able to effectively and concisely argue their clients’ positions without any disrespect to opposing counsel or to the court, who may not always embrace their clients’ positions. Every court has its unique practices, and court staff can be very valuable in giving you information that you would not know otherwise. Although you cannot discuss specific cases with judges, they are often willing to discuss different fact scenarios and points of law with you and give you their opinions. Some national organizations offer trial training for those lawyers who regularly represent clients in the courtroom. While all judges and courtrooms are different to some degree, there are certain trial techniques that can be invaluable to you in any court setting. A trial practice seminar can help you learn and improve your trial practice skills. When you are with other lawyers, you will be able to learn from other more experienced attorneys and exchange ideas. Bar associations often sponsor CLE seminars and other opportunities for learning that can be very valuable to your professional development. You also develop a network of lawyers whom you consult if you have questions about handling particular cases. You also may be able to engage in community service opportunities through your bar association. Every lawyer, no matter how old, needs a more experienced attorney with whom to discuss cases, try out arguments, and get answers to your questions. This relationship will give you the chance to further your knowledge and try out your ideas on someone else before you take them before the court.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep the rest of your outfit sequin-free. Pair tight sequin pants with a flowing blouse and heels for the holidays. Try flowing sequin pants with a T-shirt and sandals for spring. Pair sequin leggings with an oversize sweater for casual daywear.

Answer: Wherever you wear sequins on your body, it tends to be the area that gets all the attention. So for sequin pants, you want to keep your top, shoes, and accessories sequin-free to avoid wearing a visually overwhelming outfit. The only exception to this tip is a holiday outfit; you can pull off tiny amounts of sequin, like a bit of sequin lining on a blouse or some heels, or a small sequin handbag, for a Christmas or New Year’s party. Find a pair of form-fitting black, gold, or rainbow sequin pants and wear them with a flowing black silk top for a sophisticated holiday outfit. Your top can be sleeveless or long-sleeved, just make sure it’s loose and made from flowing fabric. Finish this outfit off with a pair of your favorite black heels and a small black handbag. Pair your loose sequin pants of any color, especially bright or pastel colors, with a cotton T-shirt to look classy at any springtime event. Complete this look with a pair of strappy flat sandals that compliment your colors. Make this outfit a bit dressier by wearing a flowing light-colored button-down blouse instead of T-shirt. Combine a solid dark color of sequin leggings with some flat sneakers to wear anywhere you like. Add an oversized sweater and a knit cap for the best effect.  Complete this outfit with a pair sunglasses for a cool casual look. Instead of an oversized sweater, try a white T-shirt and bomber or denim jacket.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Create a cleaning mixture.

Answer:
Pick a mild household detergent, like a dish detergent, and mix it with water to create a cleaning solution. This solution should help cut through some of the grime and other dirt on the bottom of your iron.  Depending on the type of detergent, mix 1 or 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 ml) with 1 or 2 cups (.23 to .47 l) of water. Use warm water if you can.