People Skills

Gray Robinson | Unfortunately, the art of persuasion isn't taught in many law schools. Here are six fundamentals.

How to behave at the bottom of the food chain? A few tips on interpersonal skills from Thrive: A New Lawyer’s Guide to Law Firm Practice. In Thrive: A New Lawyer’s Guide to Law Firm Practice, Desiree Moore guides law firm associates ...

Nothing But the Ruth! | I asked non-jerk lawyers: How do you manage to be an effective advocate without acting like an ass — even when dealing with opposing counsel who are?

The Friday Five | Life is complicated, but your relationships with your clients don’t have to be.

Bull Garlington | Networking sucks. Everybody hates it. I'm here with a list of proven behaviors and tricks that I have deployed in the field or brazenly pilfered from experts.

Carson Tate | To build strong, authentic relationships in this new world of work, use the Platinum Rule, identify your colleagues’ workstyles, and tailor your communication to co-workers’ preferences.

Dungeons & Dragons can be more than a tabletop role-playing game of hobbits, wizards and elves — it could also be some of the best soft skills training. I know, it’s insane. But stay with me, because I’m serious.

I wanted to learn what other attorneys are doing to weather this storm, so I created a quick survey. Here are some of the responses.

Introverts were born for social distancing. Still, there are plenty of challenges. Read Ruth Carter's ways to stay productive during COVID-19.

How do you make your voice heard in a room full of social dynamos? Here's advice from Jane Finkle, author of "The Introvert's Ultimate Career Guide."