Here's to the case which is drawn up with skill,

And the time that it takes to refute it.

Here's to the felon whose crimes are a score,

And here's to the wretch with but one, Sirs;

Fraudulent trustees, directors galore,

And the various things that they've done, Sirs.

Here's to the costs which will mount up apace,

When the action comes on for a hearing,

"Retainers," "refreshers," and all of their race,

Which they lavish on us for appearing.