From Cicero to Sandra Day O'Connor, here are the memorable, sometimes hilarious stories of judges, attorneys, and their clients. The world's greatest legal minds discuss why lawyers' gowns once had deep pockets, how to attract attention in court, and describe some of the most bizarre cases, exorbitant fees, and colorful personalities in the annals of the legal profession. Organized into categories from Careers and The Joy of Suing to The Weight of Tradition and Private Lives, this lively, entertaining book covers every aspect of the law in an informative & highly readable manner.