Ok, this post is a cheat. It isn’t really about starting a law firm. However, I have been making an effort to share some of the basics of opening a law practice and dealing with the court.
In an effort to provide some humor to this blog (which I realize is often fairly boring), I wanted readers to see what a more experienced and arguably prestigious, big firm lawyer considers appropriate for filing a summary judgement response brief. Apparently, Mark Cuban (the owner of the Dallas Mavericks, NBA basketball team) has been sued by a minority shareholder who filed a complaint to have Cuban removed as the owner of the Dallas Mavericks because he was allegedly incompetent and running the Mavericks into the ground. For those of you who don’t know, the Mavericks just won the NBA Championship.
Does the shareholder’s lawsuit seem a little silly now? I would argue, yes. Mark Cuban’s lawyer apparently agrees with me because he filed this memorable summary judgment brief.
I don’t condone these kinds of briefs. I am not sure when the ability to file a humorous brief arises, but my general thought is never. However, the argument in the brief is, in my opinion, entirely appropriate.
Learning how to start a law firm means getting to know the court and it staff. It means being diligent and acting in a highly professional manner. However, at times, it can mean having a little fun.