I am an attorney and I bought this because it is not real big, yet it is not too small to carry several expanded multi divider files or a 2-3 inch binder with indexed pleadings. It also does not have internal dividers, which I have had nothing but briefcases with dividers and I was tired of them. This has more refreshing simplicity that I really like. I have larger brief cases for my trials or more voluminous materials. It won't work for holding all your trial materials, but for daily courtroom drama featuring short hearings, it is a fabulous briefcase.
The straps can be adjusted and each has a quick release for getting things in or out when going through courthouse scanners/metal detectors or for grabbing that calculator to figure out that judgment amount you are about to get against your opponent.
The construction is very good, with thick leather that ages gracefully as it picks up nicks and scratches. This briefcase is not only well made, it looks well made and has a look that is a throwback to the 40's, 50's and 60's tough leather cases that used to be ubiquitous among doctors and lawyers. I would recommend treating it once with Propert's Boot Cream or another suitable leather cleaner/conditioner. It softens the leather up just enough to hasten break in, and you can use it to periodically clean the leather."..." Read more
- Auburn Lawyer in Auburn, WA