Description
Addressing the distinctive communication skills expected of attorneys--and based on three decades of experience coaching lawyers--this manual of practical, useful solutions integrates cutting-edge discoveries in human factors, linguistics, neuroscience, gesture studies, and sports psychology. These techniques will transform any attorney into a more confident speaker, whether addressing colleagues in a conference room, counseling clients in a boardroom, or presenting a CLE in a ballroom. Including tips on bringing the presentation off of one's notes and using direct eye contact, the book answers such common questions as: How do I channel nervous energy into dynamic delivery? What is a reliable way to remember what I want to say? How do I stop saying "um" and think in silence instead? and Why is gesturing so important? Topics are divided into chapters on the body, the brain, and the voice, with an extra section specifically dedicated to practice.
About the Author
Marsha Hunter is a specialist in training attorneys how to speak persuasively and spontaneously whose client base spans the United States, Canada, and Europe. She also teaches communication skills for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, the Department of Justice, and upper echelon law firms. She lives in Prescott, Arizona.
Reviews
"This book should definitely be one of the most read, re-read, and earmarked books on a lawyer's bookshelf." -- Caren Ulrich Stacy, Lawyer Metrics
"The helpful tips and advice provided by The Articulate Attorney have given me the confidence to step out and be a leader in my field. I find myself thinking about upcoming speaking engagements with anticipation now, rather than dread." -- Thomas Cohen, Partner, Alston & Bird, Los Angeles, California
"The Articulate Advocate is a must read for anyone who must speak well before audiences big or small. And for lawyers in court, before the media, or in the boardroom, it is close to malpractice not to read and practice its wisdom." -- Paul J Zwier, Professor of Law, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
"I have never heard or read anything about communication techniques that compares to the wealth of knowledge Johnson and Hunter possess on the subject. [This] book is essential reading for anyone who wants to try cases. No matter how many trials you may have under your belt, you'll find many useful and original insights on how to communicate with juries and judges, or simply with other human beings." -- Carol B Anderson, Director of Trial Advocacy, Wake Forest University School of Law, Winston-Salem, NC
"With decades of experience teaching lawyers communication skills, Brian K. Johnson and Marsha Hunter present a very readable, comprehensive how - to volume that will hel p you cope with our common speaking foibles. Even strong speakers at ease in front of any crowd will likely pick up some useful pointers from this book. ...the book remains a very useful, practical guide. Your palms may still get a bit sweaty, but with J ohnson and Hunter's advice, your speech and gestures should be much more fluid, your audience more appreciative." --Susan Azyndar, American Association of Law Libraries, Spectrum Blo
"This book offers many practical suggestions for improving our speaking styles...As members of a service profession, our clients pay for our time, intellect and skills. Speaking effectively is one of the many ways we deliver superior service to those clients ." --Mark Hinueber, Esq., Nevada Lawyer Magazine
"Even if you consider yourself already to be an effective public speaker, some new techniques for improvement will likely be found in Johnson and Hunter's The Articulate Attorney: Public Speaking for Lawyers ... How-to books litter the library shelves, but The Articulate Attorney provides something special. The book presents specifics, techniques and practice pointers to improve speaking, specifically for the legal profession. Published by Crown King Books, it would be a valuable resource for experienced and new attorneys." --Suzanne Dohrer, Esq., Maricopa Lawyer
"The Articulate Attorney in an invaluable resource that offers practical advice for lawyers who want to improve their communications skills. The book illustrations demonstrate the most effective ways to convey informati on for optimal results. This is an important resource for every lawyer!" --Donna Gerson, co-author, The Modern Rules of Business Etiquett
"Being a good lawyer is an incredibly complex discipline, one composed of many sub-skills...If public speaking is one of the skills you need to develop and improve (and most lawyers likely should), then you would do well to pick up The Articulate Attorney." --Keith Lee, Associate's Mind Blog
"Attorneys should view their presentation skills as a work in progress, because when it comes to public speaking, there is always room for improvement. I wish this book had been available at the start of my legal career. I certainly encourage new lawyers to get their hands on a copy of it right away!" --John Livingston, The Colorado Lawyer
Book Information
ISBN 9780979689598
Author Brian K. Johnson
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Crown King Books
Publisher Crown King Books
Weight(grams) 281g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 6mm * 152mm
About the Author
Marsha Hunter is a specialist in training attorneys how to speak persuasively and spontaneously whose client base spans the United States, Canada, and Europe. She also teaches communication skills for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, the Department of Justice, and upper echelon law firms. She lives in Prescott, Arizona.
Reviews
"This book should definitely be one of the most read, re-read, and earmarked books on a lawyer's bookshelf." -- Caren Ulrich Stacy, Lawyer Metrics
"The helpful tips and advice provided by The Articulate Attorney have given me the confidence to step out and be a leader in my field. I find myself thinking about upcoming speaking engagements with anticipation now, rather than dread." -- Thomas Cohen, Partner, Alston & Bird, Los Angeles, California
"The Articulate Advocate is a must read for anyone who must speak well before audiences big or small. And for lawyers in court, before the media, or in the boardroom, it is close to malpractice not to read and practice its wisdom." -- Paul J Zwier, Professor of Law, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
"I have never heard or read anything about communication techniques that compares to the wealth of knowledge Johnson and Hunter possess on the subject. [This] book is essential reading for anyone who wants to try cases. No matter how many trials you may have under your belt, you'll find many useful and original insights on how to communicate with juries and judges, or simply with other human beings." -- Carol B Anderson, Director of Trial Advocacy, Wake Forest University School of Law, Winston-Salem, NC
"With decades of experience teaching lawyers communication skills, Brian K. Johnson and Marsha Hunter present a very readable, comprehensive how - to volume that will hel p you cope with our common speaking foibles. Even strong speakers at ease in front of any crowd will likely pick up some useful pointers from this book. ...the book remains a very useful, practical guide. Your palms may still get a bit sweaty, but with J ohnson and Hunter's advice, your speech and gestures should be much more fluid, your audience more appreciative." --Susan Azyndar, American Association of Law Libraries, Spectrum Blo
"This book offers many practical suggestions for improving our speaking styles...As members of a service profession, our clients pay for our time, intellect and skills. Speaking effectively is one of the many ways we deliver superior service to those clients ." --Mark Hinueber, Esq., Nevada Lawyer Magazine
"Even if you consider yourself already to be an effective public speaker, some new techniques for improvement will likely be found in Johnson and Hunter's The Articulate Attorney: Public Speaking for Lawyers ... How-to books litter the library shelves, but The Articulate Attorney provides something special. The book presents specifics, techniques and practice pointers to improve speaking, specifically for the legal profession. Published by Crown King Books, it would be a valuable resource for experienced and new attorneys." --Suzanne Dohrer, Esq., Maricopa Lawyer
"The Articulate Attorney in an invaluable resource that offers practical advice for lawyers who want to improve their communications skills. The book illustrations demonstrate the most effective ways to convey informati on for optimal results. This is an important resource for every lawyer!" --Donna Gerson, co-author, The Modern Rules of Business Etiquett
"Being a good lawyer is an incredibly complex discipline, one composed of many sub-skills...If public speaking is one of the skills you need to develop and improve (and most lawyers likely should), then you would do well to pick up The Articulate Attorney." --Keith Lee, Associate's Mind Blog
"Attorneys should view their presentation skills as a work in progress, because when it comes to public speaking, there is always room for improvement. I wish this book had been available at the start of my legal career. I certainly encourage new lawyers to get their hands on a copy of it right away!" --John Livingston, The Colorado Lawyer
Book Information
ISBN 9780979689598
Author Brian K. Johnson
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Crown King Books
Publisher Crown King Books
Weight(grams) 281g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 6mm * 152mm
