Why I love my job

Today, while I was covering a pre-trial conference, this funny little scenario played out, to the enjoyment of everyone in the newsroom.

People involved:
T. O'Keefe, defense attorney - an extremely tall man, pretty broad-shouldered
Judge T. French - also a large man
J. Lehman, prosecutor - a pretty short and slim man.

Judge French discusses the case's upcoming trial, and advises the attorneys that they should remain behind the podium while questioning witnesses, as juries don't like to feel threatened by lawyers.

"I understand, your honor, I have had a juror call me 'big and scary' before, so I'll stay behind the podium." - O'Keefe

"Thank you, Mr. O'Keefe. I too have been called 'big and scary.' Is there anything else, gentlemen?" - French

At this point, Lehman stands up and gently clears his throat.

"Your honor, I'm still waiting to be called 'big and scary,'" he said.


Haha! Even the defendant's mom, who looks fragile and upset all the time, laughed heartily. Isn't the justice system great?


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