Trial -- Day Four

I'm too tired to write anything in any detail. The trial has been going well. The judge is attentive. He makes rulings that are favorable to us. He asked our witness questions that would have been objectionable if Senior asked them. Of course, anything can happen when it comes to the decision. . .

I really like being in trial. I'm so grateful that I am considered a vital part of the team. Even though I am just the paralegal, I am involved in strategy discussions, debates about the meaning of the evidence, and other conversations pertaining to important case matters. I would really hate it if the guys just sent me home when we were done at the end of the day and did not include me in the de-briefing.

Fortunately, Senior, Junior1 and I have been enjoying each other's company. What I have learned this week, is that out of all of the attorneys in our firm, ironically, Junior1 and I seem to have the most in common. His tendency to be a condescending, elitist ass really pissed me off before. But I have a new appreciation for him now that we've been in trial together. Being in trial with someone is kind of like going to battle -- it really helps develop a bond.