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332. How Can Emotional Intelligence Tran...

Gary Miles
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In this episode of "The Free Lawyer," host Gary interviews Katie Mickelson, a prominent family law attorney in Illinois. Katie shares her journey from public relations to becoming an equity partner in her law firm. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in family law, effective communication, and maintaining client relationships post-divorce. Katie discusses her leadership philosophy, which focuses on humility, teamwork, and creating a supportive work environment. She advises lawyers to find joy in their work and explore new opportunities if they feel stagnant. The episode concludes with insights on the future of legal practice and the importance of client-centered resolutions.

Known for her thoughtful and straightforward approach to family law, Kathryn Homburger Mickelson has distinguished herself among her peers by identifying her individual client’s goals and then drawing on her extensive courtroom and mediation experience to bring strategic and empowering representation to each case. By looking at family law issues pragmatically, Ms. Mickelson will craft strategies that will result in resolution that is efficient, expeditious and drama-free. Ms. Mickelson understands and appreciates that no client is the same and that long after family law matters are resolved, the individual and their family remain. It is this understanding that has driven Ms. Mickelson to ensure that her clients are treated with respect, their needs are met, and they emerge from family law conflict feeling empowered and whole.

 

Ms. Mickelson represents her clients and their complex financial estates and sensitive family matters with the utmost discretion and confidentiality. From business owners and professional athletes to entertainment executives and influential rain makers, Ms. Mickelson’s clients come to her for her reputation among colleagues and judges as prepared, responsive, and attentive to the smallest of details, and for her no-nonsense approach to the practice of family law. Ms. Mickelson treats every case as an opportunity to educate her clients and promote financial and emotional dignity.


Emotional Navigation in Family Law (00:04:05)
Career Progression and Loyalty (00:06:55)
Mentoring Younger Attorneys (00:08:01)
Setting Realistic Client Expectations (00:11:29)
Importance of Listening (00:15:53)
Post-Divorce Client Relationships (00:16:39)
Maintaining Work-Life Balance (00:20:23)
Leadership in a Law Firm (00:24:10)
Letting Go of Ego (00:24:46)
The Role of Management in Law (00:26:40)
Finding Joy in Law (00:27:12)
Feeling Overwhelmed in Law (00:28:34)
Creating Boundaries (00:30:01)
Career Redirection (00:32:00)
Options for Career Change (00:32:53)
Future of Legal Practice (00:36:32)
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