Join us as we talk with Philip John, a revered retired trial lawyer who spent 41 years with Houston's oldest and most prestigious law firm, Baker Botts.Phil shares his unique upbringing as an Air Force dependent, including a memorable time in Tripoli, Libya, before graduating from the University of Texas for both his undergraduate and law degrees.He explains that he became a lawyer after a fateful conversation at age 12 with former Texas Governor John Connally. As a career trial lawyer (one who argues before a jury), he handled top-tier cases, including litigation for T. Boone Pickens. Phil recounts lessons learned from his first court loss in Galveston, where a surprise witness taught him more than any victory.Reflecting on the changing nature of the profession, Phil stresses the importance of stepping outside one's professional "bubble" to interact with the broader community. He concludes by discussing the rewarding moral obligation of one-on-one mentorship, inspired by a philosophy of giving back what he's been blessed with.This is an episode that you will agree is worth the watch.
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