{"product_id":"the-law-and-i-9781035816446","title":"The Law and I","description":"Delve into the riveting memoir of an attorney who navigated the transformative world of litigation law in private practice. Journey back to an era when senior partners donned wing collars and were addressed as clerks by their surnames, and when solicitors weren't confined to specialisations. \u003cbr\u003eExperience the spectrum of clients he represented, from navigating harrowing cases at police stations - covering everything from murders to activists challenging government departments - all the way to the House of Lords, now known as the Supreme Court. \u003cbr\u003eBeyond the courtroom, he shares insights into his dealings with prisoners, including those under maximum security, managing matters from adjudications to parole requests. Simultaneously, he paints a picture of his life outside the law, tending to an 18-acre smallholding. \u003cbr\u003eAs he reflects on his career, the author offers a poignant commentary on the evolving landscape of legal practice, weighing in on the advancements and setbacks since his retirement. This is not just a tale of law but of resilience, adaptability, and profound change.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John Clarke\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Austin Macauley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/10\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.53lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.31d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781035816446\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eClarke, John:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - John Clarke practiced as a litigation solicitor for 44 years, beginning as an articled clerk in Westminster and later working in Brighton, King's Lynn, and Wisbech. He specialized in Criminal and Prison Law for 37 of those 44 years. Additionally, he managed an 18-acre smallholding while maintaining his legal practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austin Macauley","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":43119676031091,"sku":"9.78104E+12","price":29.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_3cfdc4aa-0ee3-41cf-9a98-fd3371ea58e0.jpg?v=1749296035","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/the-law-and-i-9781035816446","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}