Increasingly, lawyers’ human skills become more important as those will soon be the decisive factors for clients when chosing who to trust their legal work with.
See which skills to train to stay on top.
- Critical thinking: Knowing how to weigh up the strengths and weaknesses of evidence and arguments in a methodical manner. Assessing their quality, the reliability of sources and the strength of opposing arguments.
- Empathy: As the need for advice often arises from emotionally charged situations, excell by exercising cognitive empathy and consider the emotional perspectives of clients, colleagues, and opponents, to effectively address your clients' needs.
- Communication: Excell in articulating your thoughts clearly and persuasively and present complex information in a way that is easily understandable for all parties involved.
- Holistic approach: Take into account the broader context in which legal issues arise, including political, social, and client specific factors. This ensures that lyour advice is informed by a deep awareness of all stakeholder perspectives.
- Problem-solving: Strategic and creative problem-solving involves a combination of analytical and strategic thinking. Practice breaking down complex issues, envisioning long-term impacts and integrating different ideas into practical and effective action plans.
