"Are you a lawyer?" It's a question I'm frequently asked, and it's not entirely foolish. The last time I heard the question, I was at a restaurant, accidentally dripping hot sauce on a civil complaint. My usual response is, "No, but I am an advocate." If a lawyer asks the question, I may quip, "No, I had the good sense not to go to law school." It's usually met with nodding approval. Most lawyers agree there are already plenty of lawyers — but the world could always use more zealous advocates.
Consulting experts, expert witnesses, witness coaches, mediation documentarians, media managers, focus group moderators, investigators, and jury consultants: these are all advocates who work with lawyers in the pursuit of justice.
Advocate Craft is dedicated to recognizing and exploring the spectrum of disciplines that complement the practice of law. Advocate Craft will feature podcasts and articles highlighting lawyers and experts who have developed extra-judicial skills that have proven beneficial in achieving justice for clients. It celebrates the creativity made possible by a cross-disciplinary approach to legal advocacy. We approach this exploration with reverence for the attorneys who provide the frontline defense of law and order and who stand for our rights and liberties.