In our ongoing series on essential soft skills for lawyers, we’ve tackled the basics and presentations, and now, we’re diving into the realm of business writing. While you might be proficient in legal jargon, effective business writing demands clarity,
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You may have heard that Robert Downey, Jr.(RDJ) won the Screen Actors Guild award a few weeks ago for his portrayal of Lewis Strauss in Oppenheimer. I didn’t watch the awards ceremony, but I heard later that RDJ mentioned Mel…
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As we started to discuss last week, in the realm of legal practice, mastering soft skills is just as crucial as understanding the law itself. One such skill that often requires refinement is the art of presentation. Whether you’re…
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In today’s hyper-connected world, our devices keep us tethered to work even during off-hours. While taking breaks is crucial for well-being, being responsive remains a cornerstone of client and business relationships. Yet, it’s surprising how often this simple aspect is…
Essential Soft Skills for Modern Lawyers: Navigating the Legal Landscape
As the legal landscape evolves, mastering soft skills alongside legal expertise is crucial for success. While the industry continues to change, certain foundational skills remain essential for lawyers at every career stage.
As I mentioned last week, I planned to…
Your Professional Identity: Personal Branding in the Legal Industry
Over the last few years, we have offered a program to our young lawyers, which is an introduction to the ILN that includes networking opportunities, business development, and presentations on international business.
We also like to discuss specific topics that…
Sharing the Spotlight: Amplify Your Business Growth Through Strategic Content Collaboration
In today’s landscape of business and relationship development, sharing content has become a cornerstone strategy. While it might seem counterintuitive to share the limelight with others by quoting or referencing them in your articles and posts, it’s not only essential…
Turning Content into Connections: The Power of Relationship Marketing
Ever feel overwhelmed by marketing jargon? You’re not alone. Let’s demystify some buzzwords and explore how you’re likely already engaging in effective relationship-building through your content. This all might sound a little bit scary, but I promise, once we get…
Lawyering 101: Marketing is in the Fine Print – How Every Interaction Shapes Your Brand
Lawyers understand better than most the significance of words – after all, who comprehends more than a contract lawyer that a subtle clause can either seal or sabotage a deal?
Yet, who better than your marketing team realizes that “marketing”…
Law Firm ILN-telligence Podcast | Alishan Naqvee, LexCounsel
Alishan Naqvee is the founding partner of LexCounsel, one of the ILN’s member firms in India. In this episode, Alishan and Lindsay delve into several serious and interesting topics, from the very different and yet linked internal and external challenges…