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An old man bending I come among new faces,

Years looking backward resuming in answer to children,

Come tell us old man, as from young men and maidens that love me,

(Arous’d and angry, I’d thought to beat the alarum, and urge relentless war,

But soon my fingers fail’d me, my face droop’d and I resign’d myself,

To sit by the wounded and soothe them, or silently watch the dead;)

Years hence of these scenes, of these furious passions, these chances,

Of unsurpass’d heroes, (was one side so brave? the other was equally brave;)

Now be witness again, paint the mightiest armies of earth,

Of those armies so rapid so wondrous what saw you to tell us?

What stays with you latest and deepest? of curious panics,

Of hard-fought engagements or sieges tremendous what deepest remains?

Maui is dependent upon the tourist dollar, and tourism is way down after the recent fire. The Governor of Maui is asking all of us to return to Maui, now. So, to help spur some first-person support for the Valley Isle, we checked out some new options to encourage you to go (soon).

On October 2, King County Superior Court welcomed Judge Paul Crisalli to the bench. Judge Crisalli succeeds Judge Matthew Williams in judicial department 41.

After President Orehoski called the meeting to order, the Board approved the meeting minutes for the Board meetings on June 6, June 21 (with minor changes), and July 19, 2023. Treasurer Wang reported that KCBA exceeded its revenue goals significantly this year, mostly because of improved membership numbers and increased grants which were not guaranteed in the original budgeting process.

Seattle, Wash. — Seattle Municipal Court (SMC) is pleased to announce Josh Sattler has been selected as the next court administrator. As court administrator, Sattler leads the administrative and operational functions of the court. He was appointed by Presiding Judge Faye R. Chess on May 7, 2023, and his appointment was confirmed by Seattle City Council on August 15, 2023, in accordance with Seattle Municipal Code 3.33.060. Sattler has served as interim court administrator since August 2022 and has served the court for over nine years in several leadership roles.

In honor of Banned Books Week, I invite you to join me and countless other readers in reading a title you would not otherwise have picked up and celebrating the freedom to read. I love the interplay of individual legal rights and the expression of creativity that such events bring to mind. What a great way to grow as individuals, encounter new ideas, discuss issues surrounding censorship, and promote access to literature.

Office Space

Available for sublease 1 interior office (9 by 14) and 1 paralegal station on 5th floor of West Seattle Corporate Center 4025 Delridge Way SW, Seattle WA 98106. Shared conference room and kitchen with small construction law firm. $1,000 office, $400 cubicle. Great access to freeways, free gym on 1st floor, free parking. David 206-805-0135.

Kirkland legal office space for rent. Attorney office with support staff space available in suite with five established PI and business attorneys. Conveniently located in Kirkland on Lake Washington Blvd. NE, near SR-520. Happy and well-run office with supportive and collaborative environment. Includes reception services, internet access, phones, and copier. Kitchen and Zoom conference room. Contact Kathy Evans — office manager: 425-822-2200.

Office Space

SEATTLE — Class A 1000 2nd Avenue Building. Three partner size offices and one cubicle available for sublease with the potential for additional offices. Ideal for attorneys and professionals wanting a quiet intimate setting in the heart of downtown. Exterior full and partial Elliott Bay view offices, shared corner large conference room with unobstructed views of Elliott Bay. Convenient to I-5 and 99. Includes internet, receptionist, reception area seating, shared server closet and kitchen. Contact Anne Wakefield for rates and a showing. Wakefield Legal. anne@wakefieldlegal.com.

SINGLE OFFICE IN DOWNTOWN KENT available for rent, 150 sq./ft., $600. Within walking distance of the courthouse and Kent Commons with easily accessible, visible location. Conference rooms, reception, kitchen, and parking available for tenant/client use. 253-850-6411 or admin@dorelawpllc.com.

Someone once asked me, “How can you honestly argue for defunding the police? Haven’t you been outside?” Of course I’ve been outside. Do you think I like stepping over human beings on the pavement? Do you think I like the fear of wondering whether a stray round will clip me through my bedroom window? Of course not. But policing as it has been done, in Seattle and the U.S. more generally, cannot continue.

It’s seven days before trial and the lead trial lawyer has the opening statement nearly perfected. The visual presentation is complete — no more tweaks. The fourth run-through led to only a few minor recommendations to change a sequence here, change some language there. It feels right in terms of tone, voice, emotion, evidence, and a dash of sriracha sauce on top. For most professionals in our industry of trial consulting, this story is a dream. It rarely happens, for many reasons. But it should happen much more often, also for many reasons.

One sunny afternoon I hustled home from work, made a piña colada topped with a little umbrella, threw on my bathing suit and jumped into the hot tub in our backyard.

“Ahhhhhhh,” I said, flinging my head back to take in the sun.

My college senior daughter was hammocking in the backyard as her nails dried. “What are you doing home?” she asked.

“Just settled a big case about to go to trial. I’m celebrating.”