[blindlaw] Entering solo practice

[Farber, Randy]

GER - Contach me off-list at Rfarber at JW.com and we can correspond off list.  Do you have any particular concerns or questions. 

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From: blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Gerard Sadlier
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:43 AM
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Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Entering solo practice

hi randy,
I wonder if you'd mind sharing your experiences by email on or off post. I realize a conversation would be much much better but as I am based in ireland, that probably isn't an option, unless you skype? I should say that I'm blind and just about to start with a large firm here. The systems are different but similar enough to make what you might have to say really interesting.
All the best,
GER

On 10/3/11, Farber, Randy <rfarber at jw.com> wrote:
> Paul -
>
> 	I work in a large law firm and started having visual problems after I 
> started practicing law.  However, I can let you know how I practice law.
> Please call me to discuss at 713-752-4241.
>
> Randy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] 
> On Behalf Of Paul Sullivan
> Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:10 AM
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindlaw] Entering solo practice
>
> Greetings,
>
> I am a visually impaired attorney living in the Philadelphia metro 
> area.  I graduated law school and passed the bar in 2008, but due to 
> the unfortunate economy, I've been unable to find a job in the legal 
> field.  For the last few years I've made a living as a working 
> musician, all the while applying for what few jobs are out there.
> Recently, a good friend decided to open his own practice, and he's 
> invited me to work with him.
>
> While the practice of law is intimidating enough for someone with 
> limited experience post law school, I'm most concerned about what, if 
> any, visual limitations I might encounter.
>
> Right now, I use Jaws and can use a CCTV.  However, using a CCTV for a 
> large quantity of paperwork isn't very feasible for me.
>
> I'm very curious if the attorneys on this list would be willing to 
> share with me what types of problems they've encountered, especially 
> in small firm or solo practice, where resources are limited.  What, if 
> any, technology should I be looking at and considering investing in?
> Having worked as a musician for several years, I feel a bit behind the 
> times in terms of technology.  Any thoughts, especially as they relate 
> to the practice of law would be greatly, greatly appreciated.
>
> Best regards,
> Paul Sullivan
>
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Gerard Sadlier

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