When I began writing The Law (In Plain English) ® series more than a quarter of a century ago, I was a full-time law professor and practicing lawyer. As an academic, I felt that my mission included providing educational tools for my students. In my role as a practicing attorney, I realized the importance of hav- ing material available for nonlawyers to help them understand the complex legal rules they are required to follow. It was my belief that The Law (In Plain English)® series would serve these goals, and over the years, my expectations were realized
