It was a scorching hot summer day and my first time practicing in a courthouse in another county and I felt uneasy. Initially walking into a courthouse in another county or state can be intimidating. However, there are some practical steps that a young attorney can take in order to make the endeavor not only manageable, but rather a valuable learning experience. Most importantly it can help ensure the best possible outcome for your client.

Having only appeared in court in Philadelphia County during my first year of practice, I wanted to be able to expand my client base. In order to do so I needed an understanding of practice and procedure in other venues. Looking back on my venture into previously unchartered waters, I would like to share several key points that I learned that a novice practitioner should be aware of.

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