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Chicago Lawyer Profiles Carrie Risatti

The latest issue of Chicago Lawyer has a Q and A with Washington and Lee law alumna Carrie M. Risatti of the Class of 1999. Carrie is a prinicpal with the Chicago law firm, Much Shelist where she is a member of the firm’s real estate practice. In the Chicago Lawyer article, Carrie recalls working on a murder-for-hire case while clerking in Virginia as probably the most dramatic moment in her legal career. Asked what advice she would have for new or future lawyers, Carrie said: “Always remember that civility is your greatest strength. I went to a law school that is founded on the principles of an honor system and a speaking tradition.” Have a look at the piece at this link.