This week was a short week since Wednesday was a holiday, but the work never stops for a summer associate! I spent the holiday and most of my week trying to get ahead on assignments, so I kept myself busy by researching and drafting motions and memos. I was also able to get out of the office for a little bit to attend a deposition with an associate in Sarasota. The deposition was for a construction case and I found it to be really interesting! I had no idea just how much went into building a pool and I was able to really see the importance of following all of the witness’ answers to the very end to get all of the information that is needed.

We also got our final trial packets and teams this week! After we received the packet, Jeff and I decided to divide up our duties and figure out what we wanted to have accomplished by the end of the weekend. Because there are only two weeks to prepare both sides of the trial, and because other assignments still need to be completed, I really wanted to take advantage of the weekend and stay ahead on preparing for the trial. The packet wasn’t incredibly long, but I think one of the difficulties for trial will be staying within the allotted time constraints. With only 10 minutes for each direct and cross examination, it will be extremely important to control the witness and figure out the right questions to ask to get the information I need in a short period of time. I can’t wait to begin practicing and see everything we’ve been working so hard on come together!