DeWitt Law Firm September 2019

THE DEWITT DIGEST

SEPTEMBER 2019

407-245-7723

WWW.DEWITTLAW.COM

WHAT THE PUBLIC SECTOR TAUGHT ME MY LAW JOURNEY

I was born and raised right here in this community. Since my mother founded the law firm over 20 years ago, we have seen many firms come and go and have witnessed the need for legal services in our community continue to grow. As a child, I saw my mother work long hours to assist her clients. While she was often late getting home, I saw the pride and joy she got from helping those in need. Looking back, it was her passion for the law that first fostered my interest in becoming an attorney and fighting to help others. I attended Winter Park High School and then headed to Emory University in Atlanta, where I studied political science to gain a better grasp of how our government works. After I graduated, I traveled back to Florida to study at Florida State University College of Law and obtain my law degree. When I graduated, I knew I needed courtroom experience to be able to fight for my clients and provide competent legal representation. While many of my friends went to corporate jobs, I was fortunate enough to land a job with the office of a public defender in Orange County. While some may not consider this to be a prestigious job, the experience it provided proved to be invaluable. Within the first few weeks on the job, we were taking cases to trial in front of a jury. We were forced to learn to be comfortable in a courtroom and to think on our feet. Many of my friends at corporate law firms wouldn’t step foot in a courtroom for several years and spent most of their time reviewing documents. Being able to take cases to trial has been priceless to our clients, as a trial is the great equalizer in our justice system. While I loved my time as a public defender and was able to help people, I knew it was time for the next phase of my career. I find it even more rewarding being able to take the skills I learned as a young attorney and use them to assist my clients at the firm today. Whether it be an injury case or a divorce, in my opinion, the client gets the best

"WHEN I'M NOT WORKING, YOU CAN USUALLY FIND ME PLAYING WITH MY 6-MONTH-OLD SON OR FLYING.”

result when we are ready, willing, and able to take their case to trial to seek justice on their behalf.

While we often work day and night for our clients, I believe it is important to disconnect, as well. When I'm not working, you can usually find me playing with my 6-month-old son or flying, since I have been working on my pilot’s license. These moments force me not to think about work, which is a much-needed reprieve. If you're ever in need of legal services or just have a legal question, please know that we're always here to help. Feel free to reach out to us any time at 407-245-7723 or visit our website at DewittLaw.com.

– Moses Dewitt

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PERSONAL INJURY - DIVORCE - REAL ESTATE

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, upward of 40% of people aged 55 and older are continuing to work past the normal retirement age. There are a number of reasons why people are choosing to stay employed, with one of the biggest being a lack of retirement funds, but some are also using work to keep their minds and skills sharp. In fact, most of the jobs that the 55-plus crowd goes after keep them engaged with the community and help them lead more active lives. WHY MORE ADULTS OVER 55 CONTINUE TO WORK FINDING FULFILLMENT IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS

HOW TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY CLOSE IN A BUSY WORLD STAYING CONNECTED

If you feel like you’ve hardly seen your kids since the school year started, you’re not alone. Americans are way too busy — from childhood onward, we’re always running hither and thither, packing in as many after-school activities, work-related meetings, and social engagements as possible. It’s a problem so pervasive that it has a name: time scarcity. Families feel time scarcity keenly after school starts in September, when children’s schedules explode with engagements. But all hope for close ties isn’t lost; there are ways to stay connected with your spouse and kids, even in an increasingly busy world. Here are some ideas from counselors, teachers, and psychologists who claim to have mastered the art. REMEMBER YOUR RITUALS Rituals make up the backbone of individual families and society at large. Most people wouldn’t dream of abandoning their holiday traditions, so why forgo the smaller rituals that bring families together? Whether it’s eating dinner at the same table each evening, watching a movie together every Thursday night, or going on a monthly getaway, make sure these traditions aren’t canceled. If your family doesn’t have many rituals, a great way to connect is to start some. MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT As cliche as it sounds, when you don’t have much time together, it’s crucial to be present for every minute of it. If you have a rare half-hour at home with one of your kids, make a point to spend it in the same room and try to start a conversation. If you squeeze in a romantic dinner with your spouse, turn off your phones before the food comes. Listening to each other without distractions will strengthen your relationship. HUG IT OUT Physical contact is vital for closeness. When you get the chance, hug your kids, hold hands with your spouse, and do physical activities as a family, like hiking, biking, or even playing group sports. It’s been scientifically proven that physical closeness leads to emotional closeness, so if you’re low on time, take advantage of that shortcut!

The BLS categorized the jobs many older workers are currently pursuing:

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Real estate appraisers/assessors

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Property/real estate/community association managers

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Technical writers

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Tax preparers

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Construction/building inspectors

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Crossing guards

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Clergy

These seven jobs are projected to grow between 8–14% over the next six years according to BLS >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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