I wasn’t sure how to actually start writing a blog, so I figured I could start with a purpose statement; to set my mind going in the right direction. So here it goes: to discuss issues where software and the law intersect, document my journey of trying to complete law school while maintaining a job as a full time software developer, and (hopefully) document my transition from engineer to lawyer.
Will this change over time? Will I ever write a second post? If I do will anyone notice? Who knows, but I do know that if I can’t express my ideas and thoughts to myself, how could I possibly convey them to clients, judges or juries? Even if no one besides myself ever reads this, at least I will have a place to hone my communication skills and share topics of interest to me.
And, to be honest, there is a secondary purpose; to put my name out there. One day I hope to start my own law practice. Yet, I have always worked for someone else. It seems safer that way. Many times I have thought of starting a blog, but I never did. Fear of rejection and fear of no one caring has kept me from actually following through. Better to play it safe, I figured. But no more playing it safe! So here it is, my thoughts, ideas, and opinions, signed with my name, for the entire world to see.
Enjoy.
Stephen Burch
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