Big Man In A Small Town

 




Joe grew up in a small town, then moved away to attend college and law school

He decided to come back to the small town because he could be a big man in this small town.

He really wanted to impress everyone

He opened his new law office, but business was very slow at first.

One day, he saw a man coming up the sidewalk to his office

He decided to make a big impression on this new client when he arrived.

As the man came to the door, Joe picked up the phone

He motioned the man in, all the while saying,

“No

Absolutely not

You tell those clowns in New York that I won't settle this case for less than $1 million

Yes.

The appeals court has agreed to hear that case next week

I'll be handling the primary argument, and the other members of my team will provide support.

Okay

Tell the DA that I'll meet with him next week to discuss the details.”

This sort of thing went on for almost five minutes

All the while, the man sat patiently as Joe rattled instructions

Finally, Joe put down the phone ...

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