Yes, I think when you are experienced at something it comes back quickly but takes reps. I am just thinking about how I can simulate the game to stay sharp while I am not in it. 

grayruby

Sharpening the Axe

I wish I had good advice. All I can tell you is that I had a similar experience recently. A friend's kid got in a little trouble so he hired me to represent him. I only have had two or three court appearances in the past year. I feel like a fish out of water when I get there. After an hour or so listening to other lawyers I calm down. I always feel better when I come to the realization that the lawyers around me "ain't rocket scientists." They probably think the same of me. 