While in law school and for my first 17 years as an attorney, I had the opportunity to learn from one of the best — Robert A. Clifford. I have to admit, I was very fortunate. As his law clerk, I had the opportunity to learn firsthand what it was like to be a trial attorney. I was his shadow. I followed him around like a lost puppy. I had the opportunity to write articles for him as well as draft motions and briefs. You name it, I did it. Along with the opportunity to write came the inevitable red markings …