Imagine a hangover so bad, you end up in law school. Sounds weird right? Not for Steve Cavanagh. The author of Kill for Me Kill for You joined us from Northern Ireland to talk about his background in law, embarrassing wigs, and NYC neighborhood stereotypes. Listen now for free in the Book of the Month app. Thank you Sean deLone, Alison Hinchcliffe, and Camila Araujo for joining us!
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After a short sabbatical (aka too busy!), I’m recording episode #15 tomorrow with one of the top appellate attorneys in Texas and the country! It will be a total law nerd fest! #houstonlawnerdpodcast #appellatelinkedin #appellatelaw Guess who?
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I help you thrive and grow in the face of challenge and conflict | Mediator | Trainer | Facilitator | Coach
Why would you choose a "kind lawyer" rather than a legal warrior? Many people faced with the choice might think they'd best be served by someone who will strike fear into the hearts of their "opponents" - whether that be another company, an employer, a neighbour or even a spouse with whom they've separated. But this is a short-sighted view. If you have a problem, and you want the greatest possible scope to resolve that problem, you want to keep all your options open. A skillful "kind lawyer" will be able to help you open doors you thought were forever closed, and encourage you to think about the bigger picture of your problem. A legal warrior may be skilled in courtroom combat, but they will make it harder for you or the other party to consider how relationships might be repaired or creative solutions might be generated. When both parties see the problem as a "threat", our physiology prepares us for a physical response - to fight or to flee. That is rarely helpful in the modern world, where solving problems this way is invariably damaging and costly. When trusted advisors assist us to instead see problems as shared challenges, and to adopt conciliatory approaches before we pick up our swords, our physiology adapts to support higher order functions such as problem solving, creativity, and empathy - all responses that can help us find better solutions to problems and repair damaged relationships. Be careful what you wish for, and what type of lawyer you choose!
Adopting a kinder approach to legal practice “doesn’t entail a trade-off between empathy, practicality and commerciality; it combines them” Kindness as a movement, “connects in with many elements of lawyering”, including conflict, community, self, and diversity and inclusion. The College of Law Australia’s Deborah Battisson Kirsty Salvestro Jonathon Naef & Perpetua Kish talk to Lawyers Weekly about why there is a serious business case for kindness in law. Let us know what you think! …And please share this post to help us keep the momentum following our stellar inaugural Forum last week Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g49U4XAs
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Helping law firm owners scale their business without burnout 🌟 Leading an incredible team of legal professionals who help people through separation and divorce at Collective Family Law 🌟 Podcast Host & Author
💖Let's Be Kinder Humans: Guiding Law Firm Owners to Success! During a speaking engagement @qldlawsociety As law firm owners, we have the power to create a positive impact on our profession and the lives of others. Today, let's unite and prioritise kindness, empathy, and compassion in our legal journey. 🤝 Embracing empathy 🌱 Cultivating a supportive community 💡 Leading with kindness ✨ Nurturing well-being 🌟 Let's be the catalysts for positive change in the legal profession. By infusing kindness into our daily interactions, we can create a ripple effect that extends far beyond our own practices. #lawfirmmarketing #lawfirmlife #lawfirmgrowth #kindnessmatters
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At Rebecca L. Palmer Law Firm we are embracing Random Acts of Kindness Week! In the spirit of compassion, our family law firm encourages small acts that make a big impact. Whether it's supporting a fellow co-parent, doing a chore for someone else, offering a listening ear, or spreading positivity, let's create ripples of kindness this week. Together, we can make a difference. 💖🤝 #HereForYou #RandomActsOfKindness #FamilyLawKindness #SpreadLove"
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"Wishing you a blessed Easter filled with love, joy, and cherished moments. From all of us at The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, may this day be a beautiful reminder of hope and renewal. Visit us at: www.howardsmithlaw.com" .. .. .. #EasterGreetings #FamilyBlessings #HowardGSmithLaw #EasterJoy #NewBeginnings #CelebrateLife
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On May 31, 2024, Aaron Bundy was cited in "What is Discovery in a Court Case?" published by U.S. News & World Report. The article is an introductory overview of the information exchange that is part of virtually every legal dispute that goes to court. Aaron Bundy and Kathleen Egan have taught discovery best practices for years. Their 2020 presentation, "Breaking Bad Discovery Habits," debunked a multitude of discovery-related myths and misconceptions held by legal practitioners. https://lnkd.in/ghKBy2Ph
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Congratulations to partner Jing Liu, Ph.D. on being named among the San Diego Business Journal’s 2023 list of “Top 100 Leaders in Law.” The annual list recognizes outstanding legal professionals in the San Diego county community. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMPRkPRK #leaderinlaw #sandiego #legalprofessionals
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Director of Strategic Solutions at Advocate Capital, Inc. I am committed to helping plaintiff attorneys get the best possible results for their clients.
In our latest video, Michael Ponce, owner and attorney of Ponce Law, shares how his firm empowers members of his community by honoring teachers, students, and service workers through their program, ‘Hometown Heroes’. Watch below. https://lnkd.in/eAD3QFvz
Discussing Law Firm Community Involvement: Learn About Ponce Law's Award-Winning Community Service
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Ever wondered what it's like to train at BridsonHalsall? Get an inside look into our supportive environment through Emily Brennan's Q&A. From mock trials to real courtroom experiences, Emily shares her journey and the diverse areas of law she's explored. Click below to learn how we encourage young advocates to pursue their legal ambitions. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHxbX-mj #BridsonHalsall #IsleofManAdvocate #LegalProfession
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Lawyer with 20 years of experience assisting Delaware Corporations, Boards of Directors, and Individuals with their legal needs and business goals
This Part 2 of Virtue in the Profession of law is worth the 3 or 4 minutes it takes to read! Thanks to my partner for sharing these thoughts, as training the next generation of lawyers is one aspect of this profession I most enjoy—even when that time doesn’t always show up in the financial metrics that loom so large in the modern legal services world.
Managing Partner, Dallas and Ft. Worth Offices, Duane Morris LLP; Executive Professor of Law, History, and Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts, Texas A&M University
In a break from my recent postings of dogs, reunions, and such, I'm returning to my latest Texas Lawyer series, "What is a Virtuous Lawyer?" In this second piece of a two-part introduction to the series, I ask us to examine the entwined fates of law firms and law schools. I'm not ultimately pessimistic: I actually think my law school (Texas A&M University School of Law) and my law firm (Duane Morris LLP)--as well as many others--do a good job of fostering ethical behavior. But challenges abound that simply weren't present a couple of generations ago.
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