A Lion Where There Were Lambs
The Quest for Truth, Justice, and the Rule of Law in the Pacific Northwest
by Bill Erxleben
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Pub Date Apr 16 2019 | Archive Date Feb 21 2019
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The true story of a crusading lawyer willing to risk his career and reputation in some of the most famous cases in Pacific Northwest history.
Referred to by a political commentator as “Front Page Bill” for his headline-making exploits, Bill Erxleben was an anti-corruption federal prosecutor, consumer protection and environmental champion. He would take on vested interests and the federal bureaucracy and win national acclaim for his zealous commitment to the public interest.
Politicians and industry representatives upset with his outspoken manner and vigorous enforcement of the law, called for his dismissal three times, including several requests that went all the way to the White House and Congress.
“In A Lion Where There Were Lambs,” Erxleben discloses new revelations and compelling details about some of the most famous, headline-breaking legal cases in the Pacific Northwest.
This fascinating story is packed with regional history, national intrigue, and lessons from the past that directly apply to today’s current events. In the era of fake news, untruthfulness, and dissembling by government, Americans must learn from history and exercise moral responsibility by speaking out to preserve the common good and our democratic institutions.
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About the Author:
Bill Erxleben is a former Washington State assistant attorney general, executive assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of Washington, and Seattle Regional Director of the Federal Trade Commission. He is a graduate of Miami University (Ohio) and Stanford Law School. He attended the Stanford Graduate School of Business as a Sloan Executive Fellow.
Erxleben has appeared before Pacific Northwest state legislatures, the US Congress, and federal and state courts as an expert on consumer protection, environmental matters, and administrative reform. For his service at the FTC he was given the Award for Distinguished Service, the agency’s highest honor.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781732891203 |
| PRICE | $18.95 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Ankit G, Reviewer
A Lion Where There Were Lambs is the autobiography of William Charles Erxleben, a lawyer who rose to the top of his profession as a public servant in the US, with only a single goal in mind - to help the public and impact their lives in a positive manner. The title of the book is attributed to a journalist who used it as the headline to describe Bill's career in an editorial piece marking his resignation from the post of Regional Director at the Federal Trade Commission.
Bill has done an excellent job in writing this memoir. Few events like the Seattle Seven trial are explained in great detail, along with the succinct background that one needs if hearing that term for the first time. Not only is Bill excellent in what he does for a living, but also can write as well. This is surprising given he admits that he is not a fan of the extensive paperwork required in a legal case.
Another positive takeaway from this memoir is the subtle references the author makes to various other books, and how he relates to them, or learns from them, and then applies those learnings in his professional life to get an upper hand in the game of public litigation and internal politics of layers-and-layers of various governmental organizations. These references also cover the memoirs of other people he mentions in his story who played significant roles in shaping various policies, or those who fought against Bill. This proves that Bill acknowledges that there are always two sides to a story - and gives the readers a chance to read both of them before making up their minds about something.
All said and done, this book is an interesting read for those who really look forward to make a difference in the public domain. Pretty sure one can catch a useful tip or two to be applied to one's benefit.
Recommended.
