Most complaints about lawyers, from clients and other professionals are not usually in respect to technical skills, rather its lack of human 'soft' skills - how lawyers communicate and interact with clients, colleagues and counterparts. There are many CPD programs on technical skills and very few on soft skills. Are soft skills important? Do they need to be valued more? Do lawyers need to humanise law? 3 tips on how to communicate more effectively for increased lawyer happiness, improved professional relationships and greater role competency. Sign up for Louise's vlog, so you never miss a post at www.sydneybarrister.net.au or connect with her on LinkedIn. … [Read more...]
How To Stop Emotional Reactions When Stressed!
For many this time of year is very stressful, with professional and personal stresses increased. This often results in emotional outbursts or negative reactions. I attended a 2 day intensive workshop (in addition to my extensive readings) on Social and Emotional Intelligence, which was very useful. I am completing a Diploma of Management and Leadership, with great practical 'human' skills, including social and emotional intelligence, to use in law and life. I provide some practical tips for you on how to engage the logical part of the brain (prefrontal cortex) and not allow the emotional part of the brain (limbic system) to take over, particularly when under stress that then can cause reactions rather than responses, which can sabotage what we are wanting to achieve. Self management is part of the emotional intelligence competencies, which everyone needs, including lawyers, above and beyond technical skills for a client centric focus that will build reputations . #mediator … [Read more...]
Are Technical AND Leadership Skills Mandatory for Lawyers & Law Firms Success?
Lawyer are you future proofing your career? Law firms do you aspire to be a leading law firm? With changes occurring in the legal marketplace, will technical skills be enough to survive, thrive and prosper? I am completing a Diploma of Management and Leadership as I am of the view, leadership skills are mandatory for the success and health of lawyers and law firms, now and in the future. I provide a checklist of leadership behaviours. An open, change mindset is essential. #mediator #barrister #facilitator … [Read more...]
Are You Tired? #ImTired
Anne- Marie Rice was awarded Women Lawyers Association of Queensland Inc. Woman Lawyer of the Year Award 2018. She gave an important acceptance speech stating (in part) she was 'tired' - tired of the 1 dimensional aggressive, masculine lawyering in family law. Are you tired? How would family lawyers respond to the recommendations made to Cricket Australia to improve culture and values? Are they of any value to consider to improve health, sustainability, enjoyment and productivity in law? #mediator #FDRP #sydneybarrister #collaborativecoach #familylawarbitrator #annemarierice … [Read more...]
What Can Improv Teach Lawyers & Mediators?
Improv (theatre sports), mediation and negotiation have skill sets in common. What are some of the basic skills of improv that can assist lawyers & mediators have greater success? If you are open to learning new skills and trying something different at mediation and when negotiating, listen to my (longer than usual) vlog for some useful tips. If you found this vlog of value, why not connect with me on LinkedIn to continue our connnection where I provide other useful information for lawyers. … [Read more...]
When Was Your Last Amygdala Hijack – At What Cost?
What is an amygdala hijack? How does it impact on a persons professional skills, influence and success in mediation or litigation? How to stop or short circuit an Amygdala hijack to ensure greater success and influence as a lawyer at mediation or in litigation. #sydneybarrister #mediator … [Read more...]
Are Your Foundations Strong In Your Medical Negligence Cases?
With any building solid, strong foundations are required to support the building and keep it upright and standing. The same with medical negligence cases. Solid foundations are essential to build a sturdy case upon, and also to reduce risk and stress. I provide tips on what I use to buttress medical negligence cases I am briefed in to provide an even greater opportunity for success. Contact Louise at louise.mathias@sydneybarrister.net.au or (02) 9336 5399 so she can demonstrate to you how she reduces risk and stress in cases and increases you and your clients success, either as a Mediator or as a Barrister. … [Read more...]
Whats On Your Dispute Resolution Menu?
What if you went to a high class restaurant and they only had one item on the menu - - no choice - how would you feel? Would you recommend that restaurant? Is that the best practice family law principles to mainly offer only one item on a dispute resolution menu? Tips for lawyers on how to manage client expectations and offer a bespoke family law service with a full dispute resolution menu. Louise has a solid track record of resolving disputes at mediation as a mediator (and a barrister). Contact Louise to discuss how she can assist you and your clients achieve resolution in a successful mediation environment. #mediator #sydneybarrister #collaborativecoach #familylawarbitrator … [Read more...]
How To Choose a Mediator That Will Help You Reach Ethical + Optimal Results
The NSW Bar Association held an ADR Masterclass on the 11 August 2018. Dr Simon Longstaff AO, Executive Director of the Ethics Centre presented on Ethics and ADR Practitioners, which was very interesting and insightful. Louise will share some points from his presentation as well as points from a panel discussion that day, on what makes an effective mediator (or alt. pet mediator hates and likes from a lawyer's perspective) with some of my tips added to help you choose an effective mediator that will assist you and your clients resolve their dispute effectively and ethically. Contact Louise if you would like her to assist you and your clients reach optimal results with greater satisfaction and enjoyment at mediation (or as a Barrister in medical negligence and victims of institutional abuse) at louise.mathias@sydneybarrister.net.au or (02) 9365399 #sydneybarrister #mediator … [Read more...]
Do You Value Happiness At Work or Aggressive Lawyering?
I hear and see lawyers asking for recommendations for an aggressive, lawyer or Barrister, in X area of law. Does aggressive tactics achieve better results? Does aggression increase your happiness at work with those you choose to work with, or recommend, who are aggressive? Is a happy work environment created by aggresssiveness? Whats the difference between being aggressive, robust and zealous? What are some options to aggression? Contact Louise to discuss how she can assist you and your clients achieve optimal results in a happy work environment, either as a Barrister, Mediator, Collaborative Coach or Family Law Arbitrator at louise.mathias@sydneybarrister.net.au or (02) 9336 5399 … [Read more...]
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