In this month’s newsletter, Brian O’Connor reflects on a year of intentional growth, highlighted by the opening of a new Brooklyn office near his childhood home. He shares how this professional milestone mirrors the personal themes of growth and purposeful reflection carried throughout the year. The firm also expanded its team with Amira and Kim and invested in technology to improve the client experience. Brian encourages readers to pause and reflect on their own growth and intentions for the new year.

Also inside this issue:

• The Weight of Written Words: Three critical questions to ask before signing a job offer or employment contract.

• President Lincoln’s Unique Speech Style: An exploration of the “Saxon clincher” effect.

• Terror Turns to Trial: A lawsuit against Universal Studios after a woman and her granddaughter slipped on a wet floor while being chased by a “Leatherface” actor at a haunted house.

• A recipe for Baked Feta, Tomato, and White Bean Skillet.