As a defender of both the righteous and the controversial, Alan Dershowitz has become perhaps the most famous and fiery lawyer in the country. Whether they agree with his legal tactics or not, most people will agree that he possesses a strong and deep sense of justice. In this insightful analysis of his profession, Dershowitz writes about life, law, and the opportunities young lawyers have to do good while achieving success simultaneously.

We live in an era of increasing dissatisfaction with law as a career, which is ironic given that this occurs during a period of unprecedented wealth for many lawyers. Dershowitz highlights this paradox as well as the uncomfortable reality of hard work for clients who often lack many essential qualities. He writes about the allure of money, fame, and power, as well as the fascination with success. In the process, he conveys some of the "tricks of the trade" that helped him win cases and become successful in the art and practice of "lawyering."