TO: Department of the Army I have known Elizabeth for a considerable period of time. I recommend Elizabeth for appointment to serve as an Army Officer with great enthusiasm. She adapts well to difficult circumstances (dealing with demanding and unreasonable clients in my law practice), and she is highly resourceful (she has a "can do and shall do" personality and cheerfully strives to find a solution to every problem). Elizabeth looks forward to learning new tasks. She has never worked in a law office prior to her employment here, and she quickly picks up necessary knowledge and skills. She does legal research when asked to do so, and acquires new skills and new vocabularly with full self confidence. Her interpersonal skills are excellent: She is always pleasant and professional when dealing with other lawyers. I am very favorably impressed with Elizabeth's common sense and Clinical Judgment. She is cautious when appropriate; she always prepares a good foundation (asking probing questions and interviewing clients and witnesses) before she writes a legal brief for me. Elizabeth is also bold when appropriate; she argues her position with the tenacity of a bulldog when she feels confident about her factual position. These are impressive qualities that a person acquires over long years of working with people. Elizabeth is detail oriented, and she works diligently on every assigned task. There is no doubt that Elizabeth is a person of great integrity. She understands the necessity of making full disclosure, and her word and her loyalty are always 100% reliable. Elizabeth is a straight shooter -- she looks me in the eye and concisely and accurately answers all questions. Her demeanor is outstanding: She never overstates or exaggerates. She is tactful with my colleagues and treats all of us with respect. She is definitely deferential to authority. Elizabeth is mature beyond her years. She functions well under pressure and never displays any weakness when greater demands are placed on her time. Given her youth and pleasant disposition, I would expect her stamina to be excellent -- both mental and physical. I am very pleased with Elizabeth's communication skills. She returns client's call promptly and she is always polite and congenial. Elizabeth is a leader -- she inspires confidence and enjoys directing other people in their work. Elizabeth is an excellent choice for a commision, and she would serve as an Officer with great pride and honor. Gary L. Wolfstone I was very pleased that Elizabeth was promoted to 2nd Lt. based on my recommendation. Seattle Trial Lawyer Gary L. Wolfstone Seattle, WA.