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Michael Torney of Randolph, New Jersey, served as a law clerk with the Law Offices of Edward J. Bilinkas, Esq.
Prior to attending Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Michael Torney served as Law Clerk for the Law Offices of Edward J. Bilinkas, Esq. He played an important role in numerous aspects of trial preparation for the Randolph, New Jersey, firm. In addition to attending client and witness interviews, Michael Torney was in charge of case files and reviewed discovery, cases, and research material before presenting his findings to attorneys. Michael Torney also aided attorneys during direct and cross-examination and, in one instance, he wrote a closing argument used by the firm. He was also responsible for contacting all parties involved in each case, such as clients, witnesses, opposing counsel, experts, and judges, and keeping them abreast of developments throughout the entire process. Michael Torney joined the Law Offices of Edward J. Bilinkas, Esq., after graduating from Franklin & Marshall College with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. While earning his degree, Michael Torney functioned as Front Office Manager for off-campus residence Campus Crossings – College Row and sang in the school’s a cappella group, The Poor Richards. Currently studying at Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Michael Torney expects to earn his Juris Doctor in 2013. Michael Torney has already established himself as a strong law student by placing in the top 10 percent of his class and participating in the school’s Negotiation Competition and Client Counseling Competition. A pianist and avid reader, Michael Torney enjoys the works of Malcolm Gladwell, Herman Melville, Charles Dickens, and Robert Greene. He also likes to participate in physical activities such as golfing and scuba diving. Interested in many types of sports, Michael Torney regularly watches and attends professional football and baseball games.
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Golfing for Beginners
, Michael Torney's Blog on Bigsight
December, 2011
For many people, like young New Jersey professional Michael Torney, golf is a wonderful way to mix business and pleasure while getting some exercise and fresh air. If you have never been introduced to the game, however, it can be daunting to jump right in. So how does a budding golf enthusiast go about getting started?
Take a Lesson
Find a nearby golf club to schedule a lesson with an instructor. The majority of clubs employ at least one professional player for introductory lessons. Even more advanced players like Michael Torney enjoy taking lessons to improve their technique and learn new pointers. If you have a friend who is also a beginner, you might want to recruit him or her to join you, as group lessons are less expensive than private ones.
Watch and Learn
Study your instructor or friend’s style and watch instructional videos and pro golfers in action. Pay careful attention to the way golfers play different shots and practice your swing at home.
Apply
Now get out there! Start off at the driving range and hit a bucket of balls. When your confidence builds, try a par-3 course. Follow the advice from your lesson even if it does not initially feel natural or come easily. Straying from these techniques might cause you to form bad habits.
Observe Etiquette
When you feel comfortable enough to play a standard 18-hole course, remember to follow proper golf etiquette, such as fixing the dents in the green left by your ball and replacing the divots created from torn grass during your swing. Also, be aware that people are behind you and be courteous. If you can’t get the ball in the hole after 10 strokes, pick it up and move to the next hole. To minimize this scenario, ask a club staff member when the course typically has the least traffic and try to play at those times.
Equipment
Golf clubs can range dramatically in price, so until you are certain that golf will become one of your favorite pastimes, you should avoid shelling out a great deal of money. Borrow a friend’s old set or buy an inexpensive set from a major retailer. As you become better with those clubs you can begin moving up to a better set. Golf balls can also be expensive and used balls work just as well, so do not waste money on professional-grade balls when you are just starting off.
Above all else . . .
Remember to have fun! Good luck!
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