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bluedigger

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17. Plumbers, electricians, and accountants, I wouldn't care, either.

Reply to ShazzieB (Reply #16)

Mon Jun 9, 2025, 03:58 PM

Jun 9

This particular occupation, and this particular locale, I have higher expectations. Still, I take your point - I'm sure many of those members are there only to pad their credentials and keep their fees exorbitant. Not the first time the legal profession has failed to impress me.

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