Effective Communication for Lawyers: Best Strategies for Effective Arguments

This course will enhance attorneys' communication skills across various professional contexts and equip lawyers with practical strategies to improve their interactions with clients, colleagues, and the court.

Effective communication is crucial for lawyers in every aspect of their practice. This program will enhance attorneys' ability to convey information clearly and persuasively, improving their interactions with clients, colleagues, and the court.

Participants will learn various types of communication, strategies for effective client and coworker interactions, and practical tips for both oral and written legal communication, including brief writing.

This program is designed for all practicing attorneys, from recent law school graduates to experienced practitioners, who want to improve their communication skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Assess the importance and fundamentals of effective communication in legal practice
• Identify and apply different types of communication relevant to legal contexts
• Develop strategies for clear and impactful client communication
• Implement best practices for professional communication with colleagues and court officials
• Examine techniques for giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Distinguish between effective oral and written communication techniques in legal settings
• Analyze and apply key elements of persuasive legal writing, focusing on brief writing
   

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Central Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Mountain Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Pacific Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Alaska Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Wednesday, April 30, 2025