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Attorneys need to know about people-first language
I recently attended a fantastic event hosted by the Washington DC Economic Partnership about fostering a disability-friendly workplace. The speakers were inspiring, and I learned a lot of useful information […]
Find yourself a ‘pacesetter’ and imagine your future
I’m a big fan of the Gretchen Rubin podcast, “Happier.” Rubin recently talked about the concept of having a “pacesetter.” The idea is that it’s useful to identify someone you can […]
Think about your career trajectory today to succeed tomorrow
My last blog post and a previous were about goal-setting, verbalizing your goals and asking for what you need to accomplish them. I invite you to take it one step […]
Ask for what you need to accomplish your goals
When I started out as a young family law attorney, I felt as if the world was spinning around me and I could barely hang on. It took years before […]
Applying for a job? Here are a few tips.
I have a Careers page on my website because I try to remain open-minded about hiring the right staff members even if it feels like the wrong time. It seems […]
The importance of collecting clients’ correct names and pronouns
In my last blog post I provided a list of definitions to help you engage in respectful communications with all parties in your cases. Beyond familiarity with the correct terms, […]
A primer on important terminology
Words are lawyers’ stock in trade. As attorneys and officers of the court, we need to use correct language when dealing with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses and members of the […]
Calm outside, stressed inside: Air travel as metaphor
Few people know that I hate flying. In fact, I wrote this post solely to distract myself from my tragic impending demise, in midair on my way to the ABA […]
Extra costs upfront worth it to cut down on plastic
Recently the European Parliament voted to ban single-use plastic cutlery, cotton swabs, straws and stirrers in an effort to reduce the pollution of our oceans. I’m sure you’ve all seen […]
Dress code matters, or is a lawyer allowed to wear jeans?
I’m self-conscious about my blog because of two things: a) I don’t have everything figured out and b) I know I don’t have everything figured out. With this in mind, […]
What is success? Get ready to state your goals.
I recently returned from the American Bar Association mid-year conference, where I attended a presentation titled “Lead Like a Rock Star” by keynote speaker and executive coach Kristi Staab. Staab’s […]
For more client referrals, develop your personal and professional network
People often ask me where I get new client referrals. The answer is complicated. But I think one thing that helps generate business is having a varied and interesting personal […]
