The following classified advertisement appeared in The Los Angeles Daily Journal
ASSOCIATE
Expanding commercial firm seeks associate to perform mundane lit. tasks. Must bill 2200 hrs, but need only work 1600 hrs. Must have large firm exp. in embellishing billing. Need not be a brilliant litigator, but must have creative billing skills. Demonstrated capacity to create costly artificial conflicts and disputes is an essential. No trial exp. necessary because firm settles all cases on eve of trial. Candidate should have a demonstrated hist. of sharp practices. Position is a partnership track opportunity; ingratiation and obsequiousness will be rewarded. Respond to Hiring Partner, (address not disclosed).
