Meet Junior
Mascot, Alarm System, and Therapy Dog Extraordinaire
This month, we’re shining our spotlight on none other than Junior Oscar Mayer Tank Berlin himself. As our office mascot and reason for the honorary title “Lex Canis,” Junior has made frequent appearances in this newsletter. But we’d be remiss if we didn’t do a feature on this four- legged member of the firm and all the good he does around the office.
Skip the Sales and Have Some Pie
3 Reasons Black Friday Isn’t Worth Your Time
The day of chaos will soon be upon us. In a few weeks, Americans will leave their homes with bellies full of turkey to descend upon retail stores in the feeding frenzy that is Black Friday. Sure, it’s a bit stressful, but with all the great sales and gift-giving holidays on the horizon, Black Friday is the best day to knock out that shopping list, right? Not really. Here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t bother with Black Friday. YOU WANT THE LOWEST PRICES If you’re waiting to get the best deals of the year, Black Friday probably isn’t the day to go out. While stores may offer one special item at an outrageously low price, the rest of the sales can’t compete with other times of the year. Headphones are cheapest in August, vacuums are more affordable in April, and if you’re shopping for the holidays, keep in mind that toys will be priced at their lowest 10 days before Christmas. YOU WANT THE BEST BRANDS Here’s an insider secret: Most stores get new inventory to advertise specifically for doorbusters and Black Friday sales. New TVs at 75 percent off will get lots of people in the door, but those televisions aren’t the best brands. If you need a cheap dorm TV, then Black Friday is your day. But if you want a quality television to show off your 4K Ultra HD copy of “Avengers: Infinity War,” you’re better off waiting until after the New Year. YOU WANT TO SAVE MONEY It’s hard for people to say no when they’re afraid they’ll regret not jumping on a deal when they had the chance. So they grab the $750 laptop because it’s $200 off, buy some new winter coats because they’re four for the price of three, and fill their cart with other incredible sales. Do you need 10 HDMI cables? Of course not. But when they’re on sale for $2.99 each, how can you say no to that bargain? If there is a specific item you want that’s on sale during Black Friday, like those cute department store boots or a PlayStation 4, then by all means get out there early and take advantage of the deal. But if you have a long shopping list, want to save money in the long run, or don’t know what you’re after, Black Friday isn’t worth the stress.
Junior’s role at the office is multifaceted, making him a valuable member of the Berlin Law team. When he’s not posing in photo shoots per his mascot responsibilities, this short-haired Dachshund pulls double duty as our firm’s part-time alarm system and Zen therapy dog. While those may seem like conflicting responsibilities, Junior finds a way to strike a balance. Those close to Junior would describe him as a “barkapotomus,” at least when strangers are around. While he’ll put on a brave face to deter would-be intruders, the truth is that Junior wouldn’t hurt a fly — he has a strict no-nip policy. To his friends and coworkers, however, Junior is nothing but supportive. Making his rounds through the office, he provides a calming presence to our team as they work through the often stressful challenges of criminal defense. While Junior’s work in stress relief isn’t always client-facing, he has been known to offer a helping paw to visitors. Once we had a very distressed elderly woman come to us for assistance on a small misdemeanor matter. As Lee worked to understand her needs, she couldn’t stop crying. So Lee asked her if she would like him to get Junior and hold him. Junior stepped up to the plate and let this person hold him in her time of need. The effect Junior had on this woman was amazing and almost immediate. It was as if he knew her pain and wanted to help. When he’s not on the clock, Junior enjoys life at the Berlin household, where he keeps his vast collection of squeaky toys. Most mornings, he’ll take a 1 1/2-mile walk around the neighborhood with Lee before returning to enjoy a freshly prepared scrambled egg breakfast. His other hobbies include barking and chasing after squirrels and keeping up with his friends on social media (you can find him on Facebook under “Junior Oscar Mayer Berlin”). All in all, Junior is loyal, supportive, and protective — we could not have asked for a better face of our law firm. In all he does, Junior makes sure we stay positive and always have our best paws forward. If you stop by the office, chances are you’ll get to meet this star member of our team!
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