Forum (Forum & Focus)
Jan. 28, 2009
Lawyers Are Comfortable With Conflict - Until It's Their Own
Many in the legal profession approach divorce as they do client disputes — burying negative emotions and grief to focus on a favorable outcome, writes Mari J. Frank. - Forum Column
FORUM COLUMN
By Mari J. Frank In our profession, conflict is part of our daily lives, but a persuasive argument that is highly prized at the office may be chastised and destructive at home. Although most lawyers are comfortable dealing with conflict, it is unique and painful when the discord is personal. Many in our profession approach divorce as they do client disputes - burying negative emotions and grief to focus on the material issues and a fa...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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