Dear client

Yes I am a lawyer, BUT:

1. Just like any other job, we would like to be off duty by 5pm. Calls, messages for legal advice after that time are not appreciated. Unless its an absolute emergency or the topic will require zero brain power, don't text or call. We would also like to rest, we are humans after all, and our job is exhausting too.
2. We do not know everything and it doesn't mean that we're not good lawyers. If your lawyer pauses for a while to research and make sure before making a definite statement or advice, you are in good hands.
3. Do not be stubborn. You can ask for a 2nd legal opinion from another lawyer to make sure but do not go fishing.
3.a. Do not ask for advice from a non-lawyer. The circumstances of their case may not be the same as yours.
4. The law office is not divisoria.
5. A lawyer's brilliance is shown in his courtesy and non-confrontational demeanor while in the courtroom. Do not be impressed by an over the top, soap opera like drama by some lawyers. After all, its all about the substance of what they're saying, not the manner they say it.
6. If you can, please make it on time for your appointment or hearing and make an appointment and not just barge in. While we can multitask, some tasks need full focus and concentration, and when we get distracted, its hard to go back to the line of thought.
7. Do not expect your opponent to tell the truth and complain about their lies to your lawyer. Hahaha. We expected that of course, how come you didn't?
8. We could be friends later on, but we're not right now okay? If you're going through a tough time, talk to your friends, or seek professional help.
9. We are not miracle workers, we cannot change the law or the rules, but we might be able to twist it to our advantage.
10. We would like to solve your problem and we're extremely satisfied and fulfilled if we do. We are just as happy whenever we win in court or when we reach an out of court settlement. Its not all about the money.