In a Nutshell

With a new epoch in the legal profession dawning on us, just like fashion, there are some paradigm shifts:

In

Focusing on results
Providing solutions to prevent problems Embracing technology
Promoting an attitude of resolution to preserve  relationships
Charging by the value of work to the client
Innovation
Interpreting complex issues in simple form Brought in as an advisor from Day One Understanding that knowledge and experience are gifts meant to be shared with the less fortunate

 

Out

Focusing on the process
Solving problems
Resisting technology
Advocating the client's cause zealously
Charging by the hour
Precedent
Putting simple concepts in complex legal terms
Being drawn in at the last minute
Bound by professional duty to take on pro bono work

Thinking out of the cup

With the whole e-commerce hype descending upon us, even our good ol' kopitiam has gotten into the act. We weren't too sure whether there was someone in the backroom downloading all the orders, though

Dressed to Kill

After all the hype about dressing down, research from both sides of the Atlantic now show that there is a strong dislike for casual dress among lawyers. Although many lawyers would prefer to be judged by the quality of their service, rather than the cut of their suit, others see their ability to understand the needs of their clients, whether corporate or casual, as reflected in their dress. All we know is traditional suit tailors all round are heaving a sigh of relief!

Stalling for Time

We know Singapore's a food paradise but this is really taking it too far! This restroom appeared to come with foodstalls!