I had a hearing this morning, and before it was our turn, I had to wait and listen to another hearing.  In that hearing, the attorney for the state of Texas (a friend of mine) filed a motion for summary judgment.  The defendant, an individual who was representing himself, filed a response with evidence, but failed to show up at the hearing.   Instead of taking advantage of the absent individual, the attorney laid out the arguments put forth by the individual, construed the arguments in a way most favorable to the individual, and essentially told the court that his motion should be denied.

It was refreshing to see that kind of honesty and candor, which all of us should exhibit, in a courtroom.  At a time when you just hear the negative stories about attorneys and trial lawyers, I wanted to share that there are still good and decent lawyers out there.

I'd like to name him, but I won't because I don't yet have permission to do so.

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