Daniel Sokol
OpinionHow to be trusted
The 'Trust Equation' is a helpful tool to reflect on how trustworthy lawyers are, and how we might improve.
OpinionUnflappable: professional composure in medicine and law
Qualities of self-control and composure in doctors and lawyers have long been promoted and praised. In recent years, both professions have softened.
OpinionWhen clients cry in conference
A client in tears is a test of the balance between head and heart. How, in practice, can this delicate balance be struck?
OpinionThe importance of a good bedside manner
There are many similarities between lawyers and doctors, not least that both professions deal with people going through difficult moments in their lives.
OpinionThe risk of lowball offers in personal injury cases
There are times when setting a very low anchor in a joint settlement meeting is justified, but in most cases it is a poor opening gambit.
OpinionWhy do people fear lawyers?
From the Theranos trial to Prince Andrew’s sexual assault lawsuit, lawyers play a highly visible role in society. But why are they so feared?
FeatureChallenging conversations with clients
Without training in mental health first aid, we may damage trust in the client-lawyer relationship.