Professionalism

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Late … Again? What Being Habitually Late Says About a Lawyer

Being late is a bad habit for some people, like picking your nose or adjusting your private parts in public. A reminder from #OttoSorts: Here’s what being habitually late says to your clients.

Otto Sorts - April 9, 2026
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The Prehistoric Advantage: Why Human Contact Still Rules In Court

Susan Cohodes | I'm back in court and as much as I’ve enjoyed motion practice and depositions in sweatpants and fuzzy socks, I realized how much I missed actual, in-person arguments and conversations.

Susan Cohodes - March 30, 2026
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TMI: How Your Client’s Need for Likes Is Hurting Their Case

Early guidance on social media evidence risks can help your clients avoid costly mistakes that may affect their case. Here’s a refresher on how to counsel your clients, from attorney Laura Nicholson.

Laura Nicholson - February 24, 2026
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Compassionate Professionalism: Learning to Embrace Our Shared Humanity

Don Blackwell makes the case for moving beyond mere "civility" and committing to compassionate professionalism among colleagues, clients and opponents.

Donald Blackwell - January 15, 2026
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Ethics Considerations When Using AI Audio Overview Tools for Lawyers

Ask the Experts at 2Civility.org: How can lawyers ethically adopt AI-powered audio document summarization while complying with professional responsibility rules? Mark C. Palmer replies.

Mark C. Palmer - December 8, 2025
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The Uncle Morris Mantra: Key to Success as a Personal Injury Lawyer

Susan Cohodes | Looking back on my career as a PI lawyer, I believe a key to my success was learning the Uncle Morris Mantra.

Susan Cohodes - November 5, 2025
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A Career in Personal Injury Law, If You Can Take It: Is PI Practice for You?

Susan Cohodes encourages aspiring PI lawyers to be honest about whether they're cut out for the rigors of personal injury practice — before it eats you up.

Susan Cohodes - August 25, 2025
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Beam Me Up, Scotty: Is My Lawyer Personality Stuck in the Past?

Susan Cohodes | Lately, I’ve begun to worry my points of reference may have grown stale, making me question if my storytelling skills can still resonate with juries.

Susan Cohodes - July 30, 2025
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Lawyers, Are Your Emotional Walls Holding You Back?

Gray Robinson says the walls think protect you are likely keeping you from the things you want most. Instead, focus on building character.

Gray Robinson - July 9, 2025
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AI Is No Substitute for a Lawyer’s Voice

Susan Cohodes | Don't allow AI to replace your crucial "lawyer's voice."

Susan Cohodes - May 6, 2025
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