Live Seminar

The Trusted Lawyer

Nov 30, 2012
Columbus, Ohio
8:30 am - 12:15 pm

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Tools to Inspire Trust and Credibility and Increase Influence Across the Board

Illustrated with colorful examples and anecdotes, this program examines the effects of a lawyer's credibility and trust on their ability to win arguments and influence people. Discover the consequences of unintentional communication, and become better equipped to meet your clients' objectives. Learn effective approaches to:

Inspire trust and credibility with clients and decision-makers.
Ethically increase influence with colleagues and opposing counsel.
Develop long-term professional relationships.
Attract and retain key clients.
Increase success in every aspect of your practice.

PRICE: $199.00



9:30 - 10:30		The Consequences of Unintentional Communication No time to return phone calls or give full attention to the person you are with? Understand what that says to clients and how to minimize the consequences of unintentional communication.

10:30 - 11:30		The Basis of Influence Lawyers attempt to exert influence in just about every aspect of their practice. Learn how to win over decision-makers and potential clients, and increase success with other lawyers and staff.

11:30 - 12:00		Improving Client Satisfaction and Maintaining Trust Blame, justification and excuses diminish trust. Understand what clients most want and how to give it to them even when you have to deliver bad news.

12:00 - 12:15		Break

12:15 - 1:15		Communicating with Clients and Getting Your Work Done A lawyer’s life can be stressful with a lot of time pressure. Learn strategies to meet clients and others’ needs, minimize stress and get your tasks completed.

1:15		Adjourn

Jeffrey Stec

Jeffrey Stec, J.D. has been a licensed lawyer since 1992, having practiced in the area of complex-family matters, including estate, divorce, and child custody disputes. Jeff developed his collaborative skills by becoming a certified mediator and strategic planning facilitator, specializing in family issues. Jeff has developed an expertise in the collaborative resolution of disputes, and in addition to his work with The Likeable Lawyer, he is currently a sought-after consultant who works with non-profits and municipalities to fashion solutions to complex organizational and community issues. Jeffrey graduated with honors from the University of Michigan Law School, and earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with high honors from the University of Michigan.

Name:	Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
Address:	50 North 3rd Street Columbus Ohio 43215
Phone:	(614) 228-5050
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Description:	$17 for event parking.

Credit Reporting

Our courses are approved in almost all states that have CLE requirements. Accreditation for a particular course will vary by state. Please use our CLE calculator for CLE credit available in your state. For more information, visit our FAQ.

"One of the best classes I have attended. It was very thought-provoking with real-world scenarios and important human/emotional insights which will be useful in dealing with clients."

Henry Koltys,
Mediation for Resolution

"I wish all of my CLE classes were this enjoyable and meaningful; which would make getting my 12 hours a year something to look forward to rather than dread."

Robert Brent Crews,
Crews Law Firm

"Classes like this -- on human interactions -- are as valuable as any substantive CLE we might take. Interacting with people is fundamental to what we do. The legal profession needs more of this type of teaching. The program is very well curated, and Brian does an excellent job."

Michael Hamilton,
DLA Piper LLP

"Great seminar—outstanding presenter!"

Ian Bradford,
Attorney, Fisher-Price

"Excellent course. Surprisingly relevant to all aspects of my practice and my life."

Tracy Forsythe,
Attorney