He was of humble beginnings and many say not terribly intellectual (but if not book smart he is canny).
But gosh, what a well for common sense and human empathy. (And I don't say this because I won -- I didn't).
Over the years I have seen his keen eye decide who is, and who is not, truthful or likely to be a danger -- and he has been right on the money.
The fact is sometimes it's better to have a judge who understands people than a judge who understands the law.
James Morton
1100 - 5255 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
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"The fact is sometimes it's better to have a judge who understands people than a judge who understands the law."
With that thinking from a lawyer, it's no wonder that rapists get 4 years and drunk driving killers get house arrest.
Morton, lawyers should uphold the laws, not legislate from the bench.
Now I know why leftists hate mandatory minimums.
Like they say, in Canada a lawyer gets to represent the same client a hundred times, but in the USA only once.
Gotta love Canadian justice, unless of course you're a victim.
James,
I generally don't agree with your political views, but as a fellow litigator, I think this is a great post! Keep up the interesting blogging!
Chris Diana
interesting indeed! more nuggets of wisdom to those of us outside the justice system. Love to hear your PoV!!
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