(October 30, 2014) -- When outside lawyers have dealings with the Federal Trade Commission, their points of contact usually include the Office of the Secretary. A good understanding of that office can obviously be helpful to a Washington law practice. This column will therefore introduce the reader to the folkways of document flow. Along the way we will discuss the general functions of the Secretary’s office, offer some practical tips for smooth dealings with it, and, continuing our occasional series of profiles, will discuss the personal interests and leisure activities of the current Secretary, Donald Clark....