In this memoir, Attorney Sanford Perliss narrates a fascinating and surprising insider's journey into the world of criminal and immigration law in the multicultural melting pot of Southern California. A former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney, Perliss became the first American lawyer licensed by the People's Republic of China to open a foreign law office in Central China, Sichuan Province, City of Chengdu. Perliss' unorthodox journey began as a prosecutor, and quickly evolved into criminal defense lawyer, then immigration lawyer, then American lawyer practicing in China. Perliss writes of his involvement in famous cases such as The Night Stalker, The Thai Slavery Case, and The German Tourist Slaying Case; and not so famous but intriguing cases: The Mayan Maestro of Break-dance, The Dim Sum Kidnapping, Murder of a Government Informant and Dead Body in the Park. Perliss tells of unusual Chinese immigration cases in Los Angeles County's San Gabriel Valley: A Politician from Taiwan, A Twice Hapless Widow, and Mr. Fan & the Red Envelope. Finally, he relates startling cases he stumbled upon in China, like The Case of the Five Million Dollar Bond. Throughout the journey, Perliss reminds the reader of the world's interconnectivity, how one client leads to another, how one idea evolves into many, how one acquaintance, friend or source of business combines with others to resolve a client's case. Perliss' own sensibilities are always just below the surface although at times they emerge. In the section entitled Europe and the Dancing Girl, on behalf of a client imprisoned in Holland and referred by a Southern California lawyer and friend, Perliss enlists the help of a Belgian lawyer whom he met under comical circumstances in Beijing while receiving his China law office license. While defending this matter, an odd and chance encounter overwhelms Perliss' usually steady demeanor. In developing his practice in China, he becomes acquainted with his Taiwan-born wife's long-lost China family, which included a high-ranking member of the People's Liberation Army, and in a toast, Perliss turns the tables on the Colonel. Another member of the China family and employee of Perliss' Chengdu law firm disappears on a visit to America. Perliss weaves legal cases together in a way that fascinates and teaches the reader the essentials of American law. At the same time, he describes the emotional rollercoaster of a law practice, and the life of a Los Angeles lawyer in America as well as an American lawyer in China. While Perliss never loses his Midwestern Jewish-American roots, he finds himself profoundly immersed in Chinese culture as lawyer to the Chinese community and son-in-law of Taiwan and the People's Republic of China.

7 Crucial Questions Answered..... Which bar exam course is right for me? How do i apply to the bar exam? What is the MBA? Are the myths true? What is the best strategy for taking the bar exam What bar exam laws will I study? What else do I need to know? These and many other questions are answered in this extensive guide to passing the Bar Exam

This book was written by a lawyer for lawyers. Raising The Bar is a manual for better living whether you want to stay in the profession or you would like to find your way out. Lawyers in this country don't just dislike the law many downright hate it. The biggest issue is most don't know what to do to make their lives better, be it stay in the profession and find a way to love the law or decide to follow their hearts and plan their exit strategy. More and more attorneys are committing suicide, and many in the profession suffer with depression, as well as drug/alcohol addictions. The profession is bursting at the seams and the hordes of newly licensed attorneys who are looking for work is growing larger each year. This book takes a completely honest look at a profession that was once a honored and respected, but is now one of the most hated and detested in the world. Is all lost? Can anything truly be done to create a life we can call ideal and to make a difference in our profession? The Answer is a resounding "YES," we can all make a difference, and it starts in each of us. After reading and exploring the "10 Steps To Awakening" as discussed by the author, the reader can expect take away the following: How to determine whether the law is your life's purpose. Why most lawyers have no balance in their lives. How to create a life in the profession that you can love. How to discover your life work even it it's outside the profession. How to truly make in difference in the world and leave a lasting legacy. How emotions work and how they are meant to guide you. How to understand that what you believe creates your entire life. How to use mediation to transform a scattered mind into a quiet one. How to live in the present moment, your place of true power. How to live from your heart space and intuition. How to understand the coming paradigm shifts in the profession. How to prepare for the coming game changers for all attorneys.

Most attorneys and legal professionals need to start or catch up on their retirement funding. Your 401(k) is down or you don't have one at all. You need a complete exit strategy. You need control of your money now, not when you're retirement age. The funds need to be accessible for an emergency or an opportunity. Most of all, it should be tax-free. Learn some of the new options and help your clients too

The people who denied Bill his US constitutional rights and protections know who they are and what they did for the love of money. Now, the rest of the world can know, too.

This is the story of a layman's fight against a justice system that refuses to look out for his rights. Child Protective Services literally rips Bill's family apart, stealing his younger daughter Joanna.

It all starts when Allicia falls in love with a boy she'll do anything to be with-even if that means accusing her father of sexually abusing her from an early age.

Seeking to build a case, investigators badger other family members to get them to come over to the state's side. A police report ends up being a preliminary brief on behalf of the prosecution instead of a retelling of the facts.

Bill had to learn how to file motions and appeals. It's a lot of work, but he knows the truth, and he'll do whatever it takes to expose The Injustice of the Justice System.

If you thought corruption was limited to Capitol Hill, think again. The men and women that wear the black robes and dispense justice play the game hard and well. The place reeks with inside deals and scams. Look out Whitewater. Here comes the Wizard of Court House Corruption

Personal Radio Service: Part 95 is critical knowledge for all personal radio operators. This book covers the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to present regulations that apply to all personal radio service operators. Without this knowledge you face potentially very large fines from the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and when applicable loss of your license. This book covers regulations regarding: + General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) + Family Radio Service (FRS) + Radio Control (R/C) Radio Service + Citizens Band (CB) Radio Service + 218-219 MHz Service + Low Power Radio Service (LPRS) + Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS) + Medical Device Radio-Communication Service (MedRadio) + Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS) + Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) + Dedicated Short-Range Communications Service On-Board Units (DSRCS-OBUs)

Best-selling American Bar Association author of Foreclosure Defense: A Practical Litigation Guide Rebecca A. Taylor reveals her unconventional road to becoming an attorney, in the form of a melded memoir, how-to manual, social commentary, and legal analysis. Ms. Taylor demonstrates to readers how they may draw from her experiences helpful lessons, hints and techniques to successfully seek out or navigate a legal career. This book is intended for anyone who has ever thought about pursuing a career in law, whether that be as an attorney, paralegal, secretary, law clerk or other capacity. The book will also help those who have already begun their legal career and seek additional direction and knowledge. In the book, the audience follows along with the author as she traverses the ports of Rutgers, New York City, Pace Law, South Florida, Army life, NSU Law, then back to Florida again to eventually finish her studies and become an attorney. From each place, Ms. Taylor shares insights about what she has learned there and carries with her still, which she and others may use to be better legal professionals. The book focuses in on specific concepts and lessons within artistic graphics. The book also includes the author's own charts, graphs, tables, briefs, and other forms and work product which have helped her succeed over the years which the audience will find useful as well.

Every attorney has the potential to take control of his or her career and to build a sustaining book of business. Take Charge of Your Legal Career: A Practical Business Development Workbook will help you jump-start the process. This step-wise approach to finding and keeping clients breaks down this often daunting activity into manageable tasks that will yield benefits over the life of your career. Through case studies, practical exercises, worksheets and online tools, you'll cultivate the habits you need to identify promising clients, ask for their business, and deftly manage client relationships, while continuously developing new ones. The Practical Business Development Workbook demystifies the business of building business and helps you merge it seamlessly into everyday practice at every stage of your career.