10 Things NOT to Do If You’re a Lawyer

Lawyers have power, prestige, and a unique ability to make regular people fall asleep with one sentence. If you want to keep your license (and your dignity), here’s what not to do.

1. Don’t Quote TV Shows in Court

   Objection! (Sustained… by Netflix.)

2. Don’t Interrupt the Judge

   It’s a courtroom, not open mic night.

3. Don’t Ghost Your Clients

   They know where you office is… and so do their cousins.

4. Don’t Use Legalese for Everything

   It’s English, not a summoning ritual.

5. Don’t Pretend to Know Everything

   Confidence ≠ omniscience.

6. Don’t Forget You’re Human

   Empathy works better than intimidation.

7. Don’t Take Every Case for the Money

   Some things aren’t worth the retainer.

8. Don’t Trash Opposing Counsel

   You’re sparring, not street fighting.

9. Don’t Forget to Prepare

   Judges and juries can spot “winging it.”

10. Don’t Think You’re Above the Law

    Newsflash: You’re not.

Final Thought

A good lawyer fights for justice. A bad one fights for their ego. Be the first one.