2) Don't spike the football. Like at a deposition, if you think you've convinced them on a tough point, move on and don't look back unless they make you.
3) On the same note, if you're winning, don't feel compelled to go through your whole outline or use all your time.
3) On the same note, if you're winning, don't feel compelled to go through your whole outline or use all your time.
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A mentor in my first year in practice told me that you need to know two things - First, whether you win or lose is not a reflection on your ability as a lawyer. Second, and more importantly, your ability as a lawyer doesn't define you as a person.