Every lawyer, no matter whom they represent, is trying to help someone, whether it's a person, a corporation, a government entity, or a small or big business. To me, lawyering is the height of service - and being involved in this profession is a gift.

We apply law to facts. We don't apply feelings to facts.

I've spent my whole life learning how to do things that were hard for me.

Don't mistake politeness for lack of strength.

People who live in difficult circumstances need to know that happy endings are possible. Page 1.

I think there's a large segment of the mainland population that does not really understand the number of territories that are part of the United States.

When I talk to kids, I often tell them, "I'm going to disappoint you someday. I won't be worth my salt as a judge if I don't render at least one decision that makes you unhappy. Because if I'm following the law - and I don't write them - there has to be some decision you won't like. Please don't judge any person by one act. Take from them the good and don't concentrate on the little things that make you unhappy." That's my approach to family and friends, too.