The Soft Skills of a Pioneering Lawyer: Empathy, Storytelling and Persuasion with Shahrad Milanfar
May 1, 2025
Life is in the balance; and successful law lies in the balance of human connection and modern technology. In this episode of Between the Briefs, hosts Adrian Cea and Joe Stephens welcome seasoned trial attorney Shahrad Milanfar to explore the intersection of courtroom storytelling, AI integration, and authentic client advocacy. From pioneering iPad use in trials to securing a $32 million verdict, Shahrad shares invaluable insights on building an empathetic law practice, managing imposter syndrome, and leveraging technology without losing the human touch. Legality today - from the way it is taught to the way it is practiced - leaves a lot to be desired. But the good news is that opportunities to be a good lawyer present themselves every day; Shahrad shares how you can identify them!
Life is in the balance; and successful law lies in the balance of human connection and modern technology. In this episode of Between the Briefs, hosts Adrian Cea and Joe Stephens welcome seasoned trial attorney Shahrad Milanfar to explore the intersection of courtroom storytelling, AI integration, and authentic client advocacy. From pioneering iPad use in trials to securing a $32 million verdict, Shahrad shares invaluable insights on building an empathetic law practice, managing imposter syndrome, and leveraging technology without losing the human touch. Legality today - from the way it is taught to the way it is practiced - leaves a lot to be desired. But the good news is that opportunities to be a good lawyer present themselves every day; Shahrad shares how you can identify them!
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