Ken Milner--August 31, 2021

   To those who wish to burn the flag of the USA, and to those who wish to punish the people who do so, I have the same message:  Please remember that the flag being burned is a symbol of the country which protects one's right to burn it.

          Ken Milner--June 14, 2021

     This is Teacher Appreciation Week.  I have no problem with the concept.  However, I believe that every week should be Teacher Appreciation Week.

          Ken Milner--May 6, 2021

     Carroll Spinney died yesterday.  He was the man who brought us Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on "Sesame Street."  I learned a lot from Spinney:  He demonstrated to me that, with the right approach, children (and, frankly, adults) could learn about difficult or confusing concepts if they were taught in a manner other than lecturing and teaching to the test.  It took little time for Spinney's distinct voices to get the viewer's attention, and for the viewer to recognize that behind the voice was a deep desire to connect on personal level.

     Legal concepts can be frustrating and confusing; but can be more easily and better understood when presented with humor and heart.

     I wish I had been thoughtful enough to thank Carroll Spinney before he died.  I guess K-Law just learned a lesson, too....     

          Ken Milner--December 9, 2019.

     I came across an online ad from the PA State Store to promote a certain red wine.  Actual quote:  "...with strong notes of...pencil lead...." (my italics).  This replaces my previous favorite, i.e., "...with hints of burnt toast and wet rock."  [Thanks, but I'll stick with vodka on the rocks.]

          Ken Milner--October 7, 2019. 

      "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin would have been 57 yesterday.  One of my favorite Steve Irwin quotes is actually a credo of the K-Law method of teaching:  "I believe that education is all about being excited about something.  Seeing passion and enthusiasm helps push an educational message."

          Ken Milner--February 23, 2019

     K-Law will be presenting "Entity Identity" to 3rd year law students at the Widener University School of Law (Commonwealth Campus, in Harrisburg), on January 28.  I present Entity Identity to anyone interested in learning about the different types of business entities he or she can form to run a business.  It's fun to teach, because I can use examples from all sorts of businesses.  (Let's form a printing business and call it "Ink, Inc.")  It's more of a challenge to teach it to budding attorneys, because a) the examples will only deal with law firms, and b) some of the students  probably know more than I.  Fortunately, I'll have tax guy Seth Springer joining me.  (The only thing K-Law knows about tax law is that he doesn't know enough about tax law.)

       My presentation is part of a course jointly developed by the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Widener University School of Law.  It's one of the first of its kind.  Kudos to Widener and the leaders of the PBA's Solo & Small Firm Section for bringing a program of practical information and use to students who have been sitting through a lot of courses dealing with legal theory over the past couple of years.  

          Ken Milner--January 20, 2019

      K-Law had a great time presenting a special lawyers' edition of "Simply Speaking (--or How to Talk Good)" at the Montgomery Bar Association last week. Thanks to Andy Ney, Chair of the MBA Speakers Bureau, for setting up the course, and to the attendees, whose participation enhanced the entire session.

          Ken Milner--December 4, 2018

     Twenty years ago, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, who were collaborating on a research project, decided to form Google as an entity.  Eight years later, the word "Google" became a recognized verb in the Merriam-Webster and Oxford English Dictionaries.  I can't help but wonder if Page and Brin, who were students at the time, used an attorney to do all of the things necessary to properly form an entity, or if they decided to try to "save a few bucks" and file something by themselves.  Did they understand the difference between a corporation and an LLC?  Did they think about what would happen if they disagreed on how the corporation would develop or if one of them died?  Did they think about whether a trademark registration would be a wise idea?  I would like to think that taking my Entity Identity course would have been of some help.  If you are thinking about starting a business, make sure you speak with an attorney and an accountant or financial advisor before you try to file something yourself.  Of course, attending a Law With Laughter session like Entity Identity or How to Keep the Money You Make will also save you some time and money--and have you smiling as well.

          Ken Milner--September 4, 2018  

     The purpose of K-Law Productions is to provide Law With Laughter programs.  The programs are designed to teach people about the laws and legal concepts which affect their lives, while doing so in an entertaining manner.  The courses are humorous, interactive and designed to incorporate current events and "real life" issues; however, the programs are non-partisan and all-inclusive.  After all, regardless of who you are or what personal beliefs you hold dear, the law is the law and everyone can enjoy a good laugh.  Accordingly, I avoid using this website for social or political commentary.

     However, I must make an exception today:  That is because an attorney said something yesterday which is, at best, chilling, and at worst, an attack on the fundamental rule of law upon which this country is based:  The President's counsel stated that "Facts are in the eye of the beholder."  Unlike the bewildering "alternative facts" statement of a press secretary, this statement was made by an attorney.  Though some people have expressed their dismay at this statement, I believe every attorney--regardless of his or her social or political beliefs--has an obligation to clearly and forcefully dispute that comment.  Attorneys have a duty to find the truth, and to never obscure or hedge what they know the facts to be.  Facts don't change just because the attorney or the client may find them inconvenient or contrary to his or her position.  Facts are not in the eye of the beholder.  Facts are facts, regardless of the eye of the beholder.  Attorneys must not only acknowledge this, but must also publicly and unequivocally confront anyone--particularly another attorney--who would say otherwise.

          Ken Milner--August 16, 2018 

     Chester County Futures--well-named!  Fifty new high school students kept K-Law on his toes during Ken's Simply Speaking (--or "How to Talk Good") presentation at the Chester County Futures Expo on August 1.  Thanks to CCF organizers Jen & Kate, sponsors BMT & Wawa, Immaculata University (home of the "Mighty Macs"!), and, most of all, the young men and women who are indeed Chester County's future.

          Ken Milner--August 2, 2018

     K-Law is excited about presenting Simply Speaking (--or "How to Talk Good") at the Chester County Futures event tomorrow.  If last year's presentation is any indication, we should have a great time.  New venue--Immaculata University--but the same great people running the event.

          Ken Milner--July 31, 2018

     Kate Spade.  Anthony Bourdain.  It's difficult to understand how people who we think "have everything" can be so disheartened as to take their own lives.  I have no answers.  I can only offer the following:  Enjoy whatever you can when you can.  Don't hesitate to thank someone who brings enjoyment to your life.

          Ken Milner--June 8, 2018   

     Excited to be presenting You Have the Power--Use It or Lose It to the Montgomery County Paralegal Association next week.  Can talking about long term planning documents be fun?  K-Law thinks so.  Thanks to Alderfer Auction, in Hatfield, PA, for hosting the event.

          Ken Milner--June 7, 2018

     K-Law had a fantastic time being the Pronouncer and Judge at the Montgomery County Senior Spelling Bee on May 16, at the Montgomery County Senior Adult Activity Center, in Norristown.  1st and 2nd place finishers from local Bees throughout the County competed at MontCo S.A.A.C.  Michele Ross did a terrific job organizing the event, and the spellers were incredible.  It should come as no surprise that a retired teacher and a former legal secretary took top honors.  As a lawyer who teaches, I couldn't ask for a better result.

          Ken Milner--May 20, 2018

     February 18 is National Drink Wine Day in the U.S.  I believe that, in the future, we should change the date to February 13.  This will increase the probability that more people will be able to enjoy Valentine's Day on February 14.

          Ken Milner-February 15, 2018

     Maybe it is the fact that I am "follicly challenged" that earned me an invitation to speak at the Baldi Middle School earlier this month, but I would like to think that I was asked to speak because I had something to say which is worth hearing.  In any event, K-Law had a great time demonstrating to the students that learning how to effectively communicate can help you achieve your goals.  Whether you choose a career in science, law, medicine, art, engineering, technology or anything else, you have got to be able to understand what others are saying, and you have to learn how to have others understand you.  Thanks to Angelique Frazier and all of the students for a terrific time.

          Ken Milner-November 24, 2017

      Thanks to everyone who invited me to speak at your schools, business functions and events.  K-Law Productions is dedicated to demonstrating that learning about law and communication can be entertaining as well as instructive.  I am grateful for the opportunities you have provided to me, and for allowing us to prove over and again that there can be Law With Laughter.

          Ken Milner-Thanksgiving, 2017   

      I was honored to be invited to present "Simply Speaking", a communications program, to ninth grade STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program students during the Chester County Futures day at West Chester University on 8/2/17.  I hope the students enjoyed the presentation as much as I enjoyed being with them.  The afternoon was interactive, fun and informative. Thanks to Wawa, the corporate sponsor and to all of the individuals involved in making the event happen! 

          Ken Milner - August 3, 2017   

     On May 23, I had a terrific time presenting Entity Identity to the Montgomery County Paralegal Association.  I am not certain whether the paralegals had as much fun as I, but I am certain that, after teaching the course, "Law With Laughter" is an apt description of what K-Law Productions is all about.

          Ken Milner - June 4, 2017

      Another surprise--this time from the Pennsylvania Bar Association:  At the PBA's Annual Award Luncheon on May 10, I received the 2017 Solo & Small Firm Section Award.  I traveled to Pittsburgh to accept the the award, which was presented to me by PBA President, Sara Austin, and Rita Alexyn, Chair of the Solo & Small Firm Award Committee.  The award was of particular significance because it was given to me for exemplifying the abilities of solo and small firm attorneys, and for sharing my knowledge in a non-traditional way with other Pennsylvania attorneys and citizens. 

          Ken Milner -  May 17, 2017

       "It is a privilege to accept this award today.  Thank you to the Montgomery Bar Association, and to so many others, for this honor."  During the MBA's Annual LAW DAY celebration, it was an honor to be the recipient of the Henry Stuckert Miller Public Service Award.  Because this award is for public service in the community and the region, it means as much as any award which I have received over the years.