Azzam Elder was admitted to the Michigan Bar Association in 1995 and began his professional career as a trial attorney in Michigan. Through his work on over 100 cases in several areas of law, Azzam Elder cultivated a specialty in health care law. Seeking trial experience immediately upon his graduation from Michigan State University College of Law, Azzam Elder was later drawn to cases in the health care. Azzam Elder quickly became known as a top litigator in the state of Michigan.
Azzam Elder has been actively working at the intersection of the legal, business, and health care fields for over twenty years. Here are some of Azzam Elder’s recommendations for building your skills as a top litigator in your field of specialty:
Seize Every Opportunity for Practice
One of the most important traits every top litigator possesses is confidence. You need confidence to command a court room and to argue effectively in front of a judge and a jury. Confidence at trial is only developed via practice. Take every opportunity to be in court or in court like scenarios. Participate in mock trials and volunteer your time with law clinics and legal aid services. These opportunities offer low pressure ways to develop your oral skills and gain valuable experience.
Find a Mentor
Almost every renowned, successful trial attorney has had the benefit of great mentorship. Trying cases is challenging and exhilarating all at the same time. When you are just beginning your career as a trial lawyer, you need a mentor like you need food and water. A mentor can be your go-to for both procedural and logistic questions as well as a wise authority on the psychological aspects of successful trial law. It may take time and effort to find a good and supportive mentor, but it will be one of the most fruitful endeavors to advance your career.
Azzam Elder has been actively working at the intersection of the legal, business, and health care fields for over twenty years. Here are some of Azzam Elder’s recommendations for building your skills as a top litigator in your field of specialty:
Seize Every Opportunity for Practice
One of the most important traits every top litigator possesses is confidence. You need confidence to command a court room and to argue effectively in front of a judge and a jury. Confidence at trial is only developed via practice. Take every opportunity to be in court or in court like scenarios. Participate in mock trials and volunteer your time with law clinics and legal aid services. These opportunities offer low pressure ways to develop your oral skills and gain valuable experience.
Find a Mentor
Almost every renowned, successful trial attorney has had the benefit of great mentorship. Trying cases is challenging and exhilarating all at the same time. When you are just beginning your career as a trial lawyer, you need a mentor like you need food and water. A mentor can be your go-to for both procedural and logistic questions as well as a wise authority on the psychological aspects of successful trial law. It may take time and effort to find a good and supportive mentor, but it will be one of the most fruitful endeavors to advance your career.
