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Law Practice

Jun. 8, 2001

Don't Strike Out When Making Referrals

Lawyers often have to answer unexpected questions. For example, imagine that first thing Monday morning you are greeted with a message from the general counsel of an important corporate client. You respond immediately and learn that the company's chairman, chief executive officer or other important executive has a relative or close friend who suffered serious injuries because of a car accident over the weekend.

        By Robert Rees

        Lawyers often have to answer unexpected questions. For example, imagine that first thing Monday morning you are greeted with a message from the general counsel of an important corporate client. You respond immediately and learn that the company's chairman, chief executive officer or other important executive has a relative or close friend who suffe...

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