PHILOSOPHY

BRIEF DOCTORtm is built on three decades of experience and a few basic ideas. Every writer needs a good editor. Some cases benefit greatly from input by someone other than the lawyers processing them. Many lawyers have either forgotten or never learned how the art of storytelling can serve their clients.

Over the years I've learned that often lawyers win and lose cases based on how well they tell their clients' stories. That's because every case and every deal tells a story filled with characters or parties, evidence including dialog and written materials, and events or plot which become the claims for relief.

I am a lawyer and BRIEF DOCTORtm is nothing more than a label--a service mark--denoting parts of my practice. But they're the most important parts because they combine my writing, teaching and lawyering skills.

AVAILABLE SERVICES

I am available to work with other lawyers in several ways. I can write, edit or rewrite briefs at both trial and appellate levels. I can provide analysis and structuring of arguments and positions. I can provide safe and secure second opinions. Because I have extensive transactional experience, I can also help structure and effect tough deals. Mostly I can help you tell your clients' stories more effectively.

TYPICAL APPROACH

Usually a lawyer with a troubling case--one with complex facts or unusual issues or one that just doesn't fit the lawyer's style--will contact me. Often we can determine whether I can be of assistance over the phone or by meeting for a brief consultation. All of my services are subject to written engagement agreements and the rules of professional conduct and canons of ethics in the State of Colorado. My rates can be fixed, hourly, flexible, or based on the project. The scope and fees for my engagement will be tailored to each engagement.

MY FOCUS

I stress creative thinking and searching for solutions that are out of the box. I believe legal writing should be tight and precise. Arguments should be simple and carry a theme. The structuring and analysis of issues and facts early in the process of case development can be critical in telling your clients' stories effectively.

Most importantly, writing is communication. A writer and lawyer should never forget who the audience is. Often it's the judge. But whether it's a judge, jury, client or opposing counsel, if the audience doesn't properly receive the message being sent, then no amount of good intent on the part of the sender matters.

SECOND OPINIONS

I am available to render safe and secure second opinions. This is an outgrowth of the work I do on structuring and analysis. But I am aware that lawyers--unlike doctors--seldom get involved in second opinions. They don't want someone poaching their clients. My second opinions are "safe and secure" in the sense that I am not out to steal your cases or clients. You do what you do well and I do what I do well. And what I do is help you look better--to your clients and the courts before which you appear.

Respectfully,
Harlan Abrahams, J.D., LL.M.
BRIEF DOCTORtm
 

Home ~ Services ~ Resume ~ Experience ~ Testimonials ~ Contact

THIS WEBSITE IS AN ADVERTISEMENT
 
USE OF THIS WEBSITE IS SUBJECT TO
 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This Site Is Powered By:

© Harlan Abrahams 2006-Present