User:StephenPortmore
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About me
[edit]I am a trainee lawyer based in the United Kingdom. My interest in law means I naturally focus on evidence, procedure, interpretation and clear argument. I use Wikipedia in part to develop those skills, particularly in relation to policy-based reasoning.
I am also conscious that Wikipedia is not a courtroom. I try not to treat editorial discussions as adversarial, and I am mindful of wikilawyering. My aim is to contribute constructively and support consensus.
Editing approach
[edit]- Policy + informed judgement.
- I prefer calm, evidence-based discussion.
- I reject "vibes based" judgements made by editors.
- I try to assume good faith where possible.
- I treat policy as guidance, not as a tool for point-scoring.
- Common sense > process.
Areas of interest
[edit]- Deletion discussions and notability
- Policy discussions
Userboxes
[edit] | This user is from the United Kingdom. |
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| This user assumes good faith. |
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Disclaimer
[edit]While I have legal training, I do not edit Wikipedia in any formal or representative capacity. Nothing on this account should be taken as legal advice.