Pets And Grief
Each time is brutal.
I Miss My Dad
I'm not always successful in living up to his standards, but I try.
Context Windows In Legal AI And Why Content Still Determines Quality
Legal teams ask a practical question. If large language models are so capable, why does legal AI still depend on curated content, and why does surfacing that content matter so much?
My Sobriety Itself Is Almost Old Enough To Drink
At that first AA meeting, it seemed like half the people in the room were lawyers I knew.
Depression, Road Bumps, And Adjustments
Triggers often come from where you least expect them. Adjustments are OK.
Social Media And Suicide
Sharing stories of hope and recovery can contribute to suicide prevention.
Are Addiction Secrets Holding You Back?
We all have secrets, but the addiction secrets are some of the worst.
Opus 2 Steps Up Its AI Game With Acquisition Of A Legal Tech Startup
With the addition of Uncover’s technology, the litigation software is delivering rapid innovation.
It’s Day 1, And I’m Terrified
I was lucky. I have a close family. That’s a privilege.
FYI, Lawyers: It’s Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Today, I am approaching 19 years since I last stuck my finger down my throat.
Suicide Prevention In The Legal Profession
For Suicide Prevention Month, learn the two-ask rule and resolve to never mind your own business if you see the signs.
Dealing With Collective Trauma
Since the events of July 13, I've felt depressed, helpless, angry, anxious, and many other emotions that go along with traumatic events. It's OK to feel those things.
Labor and Employment Federal Litigation Trends 2026
Drawing on more than a decade of data, the report equips law firms and corporate legal teams with actionable insights to better assess risk, refine strategy, and anticipate outcomes in today’s evolving workplace disputes.
Tracking My Sobriety Through Dallas Mavericks Trips To The NBA Finals
The first time the Mavs went to the finals, I was a cocaine-snorting mess. Things have changed over the years.
Going From FOMO To JOMO In Early Sobriety
Fear of missing out is common in early sobriety. Here is how I dealt with it.
That First Night Out Newly Sober
The first restaurant or social event in early sobriety can be terrifying. The key is to have a plan going in.
My Early Days In Recovery
Someone asked me what my first few days in recovery were like. Here is what I remember.
The Peter Principle Of Excessive Drinking
You don't have to be an alcoholic for drinking to negatively impact your life.