Communication Skills
A selection of courses and masterclasses that equip legal professionals with the communication skills needed to be successful in their legal life
Communication is an Integral Part of Your Legal Life
The more you develop your communication and negotiation skills, the better they will serve you, your firm and your clients. We developed these courses based on feedback from our law firm and industry partners. We know these are the skills that matter to them, and we know these skills will help you to feel more confident and advance in your career.
Short + Easily Digestible
At only 5 hours each, the courses are designed to fit into your busy schedule.
Online + On-Demand
Access the course online anytime and from anywhere.
Designed for You
The courses use the context of a junior solicitor at a law firm, but they are equally applicable to aspiring, trainee and junior solicitors, as well as paralegals and other legal support professionals.
Affordable
Starting from only £89 for a masterclass and and £199 for a course.
Practical
The highly interactive courses and masterclasses will help you to apply your new skills from day one.
Continuing Competence
Our courses and masterclasses are eligible for the continuing competence requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We'll also issue a Credly badge upon completion.
Communication Skills Courses
Our range of communication skills courses are targeted, short and punchy, with bite-sized modules and interactive exercises to help you understand and practise your new skils.
￡199
[course code: CC1]
This course will show you how to write and make your content relevant for a professional audience. We introduce a dependable process for writing good content, show you how to structure it, and provide tips on how to compete with the human tendency to skim-read. We also focus on best practice for writing emails and how to proofread your – and others' – writing.
Key Topics
- The key principles of effective business writing
- Methods and tips to improve your business writing
- How to identify problems in writing
￡199
[course code: CC2]
Develop highly effective meeting skills in-person or online, internal or client-facing, with this practical course. It identifies some of the challenges you may face in conducting in-person meetings, guiding you through how best to conduct and structure a meeting. We also offer thoughts on how best to present or introduce yourself, in person or online.
Key Topics
- Conducting and structuring successful meetings
- The impacts of communication methods and human behavior
- Your communication style and how best to present yourself
￡199
[course code: CC3]
This practical module explores the essential components of effective negotiation. You will examine various negotiation styles and strategies, with a focus on identifying and refining your own default approach. The course also offers actionable insights on initiating negotiations effectively and highlights the significant role of body language in the process.
Key Topics
- Different negotiating styles and strategies
- How to plan, prepare and start a successful negotiation
- The impact of body language on your negotiation
￡199
[course code: CC4]
In this short course, we explore how to navigate complex and challenging issues that often arise during negotiations. You will learn strategies to move past impasses and deadlocks, steering discussions toward a successful agreement. We also delve into the tactics and tricks some negotiators may employ, offering effective countermeasures to ensure a fair outcome.
Key Topics
- Common negotiating techniques and the challenges they present
- How to handle impasse, deadlock and deceptive tactics
- How to successfully close a negotiation
Communication Skills Master Classes
Live online 90-minute workshops, led by experienced tutor and packed full of interactive activities and tangible take aways that can be immediately applied.
￡89
[course code: CM1]
This masterclass will teach you how to structure and write a professional report that contains all relevant information in a logical and accessible format. Join and get equipped with the tools you need to write reports that your professional audience wants to read.
New dates coming soon!
￡89
[course code: CM2]
Speaking in front of an audience is daunting even for the most eloquent. This masterclass will give you tips and discuss best practice on structuring a presentation, as well as how to present in a more confident, efficient and memorable manner. The class is interactive and practical.
New dates coming soon!
￡89
[course code: CM3]
What can you learn from an actor about working with people? This masterclass, delivered by Jay Paul Skelton from the Central School of Speech and Drama, helps legal professionals apply emotional intelligence to build trust, improve communication and navigate challenging situations with confidence. Through practical exercises, you’ll gain tools to enhance decision-making, foster collaboration, and create meaningful connections.
New dates coming soon!
￡89
[course code: CM4]
Do you struggle to project confidence, hold the attention of your audience or make a lasting impression? This masterclass, delivered by Jay Paul Skelton from the Central School of Speech and Drama, helps legal professionals sharpen their communication skills using vocal modulation and body language. With techniques adapted from actor training, you’ll gain practical tools to ensure your message is clear, persuasive and impactful.
New dates coming soon!
Communication Skills Packages
We have created bundles with our most popular course and masterclass combinations. They're even more cost-effective and help you to plan your training over the next few months.
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Our Business Development Team would be happy to assist you with your firm or team's training needs.
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The program has a very good theoretical foundation but with more emphasis on practical application. As a full-time lawyer with multiple commitments, I appreciated how digestible, yet very substantial, the modules were. And they were fun to do! It was a journey of self-discovery where I recognized and acknowledged certain personality traits, and even biases, that form part of my negotiation style and tactic. I have recalibrated and enhanced my negotiation skills and I have heightened my understanding of other people, especially in negotiation settings.