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The Downside of Too Much Confidence
By Jerry Lawson
Colin Levy, one of the smartest and most accomplished people I know, recently observed that he sometimes lacks confidence, reporting he's "doubting his experience." Few things he could say would…
Journal of The Missouri Bar
In Brief: July-August 2026
Network, learn, and grow at The Missouri Bar Annual Meeting Sept. 16-18 in Kansas CityEach year, Missouri lawyers from across the state come together to hear important case law updates, learn…
Michelle May O'Neil on Substack
The Most Expensive Seat in the Room
I’ve developed a new obsession. I want to be the dumbest person in the room. It’s uncomfortable. There are moments when everyone around me seems to speak a language I…
2Civility Blog
Five Improv Techniques Lawyers Should Use in Their Practices
By Marin McCall
Photo credit: iStock.com Key takeaways Active listening helps lawyers build trust and better understand clients, witnesses, and colleagues. Questioning assumptions improves decision-making and helps avoid misunderstandings. Creative problem-solving improves when…
DennisKennedy.Blog
July Issue of My Personal Strategy Compass Newsletter Published: The Shower Curtain Fallacy
The Shower Curtain Fallacy (And Why You Are Burning Your Vitality) I’ve just published the July issue of the Personal Strategy Compass newsletter, and it centers on a physical metaphor…
The Pre-Flight Brief
Shackelford attorney Raymond Panneton Vice-Chair Appointment to the Litigation and Trial Practice General Committee
By ciadmin
We are pleased to announce that Raymond Panneton has been appointed as Vice-Chair to ABA TIPS Litigation and Trial Practice General Committee for 2026-27 bar year. This appointment recognizes his talent…
C | M | Law Library Blog
Demonstrate Your Skills with the Bloomberg Law Certification Program
Demonstrate to future employers that your legal research skills are top-notch with the Bloomberg Law Certification Program. Upon registration, you’ll have access to the interactive learning platform for legal research…
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Dane County Bar Association Elects Naomi Swain as President-Elect
By Hawks Quindel, S.C.
Senior Associate Attorney at Hawks Quindel to Focus on Mentorship, Professional Development, and Expanding Access to Justice Across Dane County.The Dane County Bar Association (DCBA) has elected attorney Naomi Swain as its…
The Relativity Blog
How Legal Pros Stay Sharp When the Job Is Getting Faster
By Relativity
If you recently feel like you're working just as hard but covering less ground, you're not alone. Building these habits will help you keep up, catch the best opportunities, and…
Law People
Muir’s Presentation at the Annual South Dakota State Bar Association Convention
By Ronda Muir
On Thursday, June 25th, Ronda Muir presented Beyond Words: Communication in the 21st Century for the Annual South Dakota State Bar Association Convention. Fellow presenter Mary Beth Beasley also spoke…