Lawyer Skills

As much as you’d like to stop people from talking politics at work, perhaps with a handy table lamp, you know that’s unprofessional. Use these proven tactics instead.

Joan Feldman | While it may seem routine to you, and no big deal, hearing their attorney’s voice can be a lifeline for a client.

Teddy Snyder | Even if you never utter “whom” or “whomever” aloud, you need to use it correctly in your writing.

Bull Garlington | What's the best way to end an email? The definitive closing argument on the argument of closings.

Teddy Snyder | More effective communication with clients starts with understanding you know too much.

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Teddy Snyder | National Grammar Day is a good time to review SCOTUS cases where grammar and usage dictated the outcome.

Bull Garlington | I’m going to give you two methods for mastering small talk. One for when you start, one for when they start. Ready? Let’s do this.

Teddy Snyder | You're not writing in the 14th century, so stop trying to sound like a scrivener from 700 years ago.