My pride in our profession is reaffirmed daily as highly skilled and professional lawyers submit work to my court and appear in my court. The daily court wars are fought honestly and professionally for the benefit of the clients. The clients winners and losers alike learn to know justice. These are not unusual examples of the work lawyers do. Most work to solve problems in the most just, speedy and inexpensive way available.
Most lawyers contribute time and money to better our profession, our communities and our nation.
Most lawyers understand that their daily work is part of the fabric of American freedom, and that they are the guardians of freedom and of the rights of Americans. As the world becomes smaller and more complex, the need for lawyers will grow. Individuals will continue to need our help, as will businesses and governments and our nation. We lawyers will meet the challenges of the future. I am so proud to be a lawyer.