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"Bob Fiske's life story is an inspiration to all Americans, not just those directly involved in the private or public practice of law.""-- Senator George J. Mitchell Bob Fiske is one of the best-known and most respected lawyers of the past half century. In private practice at Davis Polk & Wardwell and as United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, he has been involved in some of the highest profile cases of our time. Not only was he called on to act in the politically charged Whitewater affair including the death (suicide or murder?) of the Clinton aide Vincent Foster, but also the prosecution of drug kingpin Nicky Barnes (Mr. Untouchable""), the Three Mile Island nuclear disaster, the USFL vs. NFL, the most contentious America's Cup ever, and the financial swindler Bernie Madoff. This is Bob Fiske's legal autobiography. It's an insider's look at some of the most fascinating and important cases of our time, complete with telling anecdotes, colorful characters and legal cliff-hangers."

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Robert Fiske s Prosecutor, Defender, Counselor is a must-read for lawyers, critics of the legal profession, and anyone looking for an uplifting narrative of a life exceptionally well-lived by an individual of extraordinary talents and uncommon virtue In his memoirs, Fiske walks us through his remarkable life, dominated (though not entirely) by a dizzying array of professional achievements. His writing is breezy; his recall is extraordinary; his stories are gripping and accessible; his humility and grace are old-fashioned and welcome; his sense of humor is refreshing In the end, Bob Fiske s memoirs serve as inspiration of what we as lawyers should strive to achieve in our professional and private lives --Brad S. Karp, Chair of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison New York Law Journal, Oct 7, 2014

In an age too often punctuated by glitz, celebrity, and self-promotion, Robert Fiske's life reminds us of the virtues of character and competence. Prosecutor Defender Counselor is must reading for any lawyer who strives to serve the legal profession and the public. -- The Honorable Robert A. Katzmann, Chief Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Bob Fiske is an American legal legend, and his memoirs provide a fascinating review of his cases and controversies. Reading his book is a reminder that decency, hard work and intelligence can still produce a brilliant career. -- Jeffrey Toobin, author of The Nine and The Oath 'You meet rogues and pillars of the bar and both may wind up your friends in the long run,' says Fiske in these delightful memoirs of a thoughtful, caring, brilliant leader of the legal profession. And meet them we do-at disco clubs, boardrooms, courtrooms, and, of course, in the Whitewater investigation (in which Fiske plays pick-up hockey at the only ice rink in the state of Arkansas). Woven throughout the stories are Fiske's love for family, government service, the professional development of young lawyers, Michigan Law School-and life. -- Mark D. West, dean, Michigan Law School With his storied career and sterling reputation across the political aisle for rectitude, tenacity and smarts, Robert Fiske shows us in this book why he has set the gold standard for a career in law. From United States Attorney to Independent Counsel to trusted advisor at the highest levels, Fiske proves that a great lawyer in private practice can also greatly serve the public interest. This book is a must read for any budding lawyer. -- Dan Abrams, Nightline anchor and chief legal affairs anchor, ABC This is a must read for those who believe in the Profession and eschew the idea that law firms are nothing but a business focusing on the bottom line. The Profession, as you'll learn from Fiske's career is about doing justice, one case at a time. It's about fighting injustice with all the energy one can muster. You'll enjoy every minute of this entertaining and fast-moving book. And you'll learn what it is to be the consummate professional. -- Brendan V. Sullivan Jr., Williams & Connolly LLP Robert Fiske's Prosecutor, Defender, Counselor is a must-read for lawyers, critics of the legal profession, and anyone looking for an uplifting narrative of a life exceptionally well-lived by an individual of extraordinary talents and uncommon virtue...In his memoirs, Fiske walks us through his remarkable life, dominated (though not entirely) by a dizzying array of professional achievements. His writing is breezy; his recall is extraordinary; his stories are gripping and accessible; his humility and grace are old-fashioned and welcome; his sense of humor is refreshing...In the end, Bob Fiske's memoirs serve as inspiration of what we as lawyers should strive to achieve in our professional and private lives... -- Brad S. Karp, Chair of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison New York Law Journal, Oct 7, 2014

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Robert B. Fiske, Jr. is Senior Counsel at Davis Polk in New York City where he has worked since 1955. At Davis Polk and as a United States Attorney in New York, he has been involved in some of the highest profile cases of our time.

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