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Facilitation for Attorneys

Current Offerings

Facilitation for Attorneys (7807): Most lawyers and other professionals spend a significant amount of time in meetings and working in teams or groups for a variety of purposes, and many report that this can be a frustrating experience. As the practice of law becomes more complex, it includes more and more situations where groups of people need to work together planning complex legal strategies, developing firm policies, working with corporations or other multi-person clients, or participating in shareholder meetings, public commissions and councils, corporate and non-profit board of directors meetings. Group functionality and outcomes can be significantly improved by any group member who has the awareness and skills of a facilitator, whether or not that person is formally designated as the facilitator. The interactive class methodology will combine discussion with many exercises and roleplays, putting facilitation tools into practice every step of the way. We will examine group dynamics and learn skills used by professional facilitators to prevent common problems and elicit the best work of a group. We will explore how to prepare effectively with clear goals, collaborative problem definition, inclusive process design and a well-structured agenda. We will also discuss and practice core meeting management skills such as how to balance voice and participation, build consensus, inspire creativity and promote principled evaluation and decision-making. Finally, we will identify and apply communication skills that keep group sessions productive, and tools to manage difficult moments and problem behaviors. Class Schedule dates: In Autumn, this class will meet Friday, Oct 27: 4-9pm, Sunday, Oct 29: 9a-6p, and Saturday, Nov 4: 9a-5p. In Spring, this class will meet Friday, April 5 from 4-9 pm, Sunday, April 7 from 9 am-5 pm, and Sunday April 14 from 9 am-5 pm Elements used in grading: Class attendance, participation and final paper.

Sections

Facilitation for Attorneys | LAW 7807 Section 01 Class #34821

  • 2 Units
  • Grading: Law Mandatory P/R/F
  • Enrollment Limitations: Lottery 20
  • Learning Outcomes Addressed:
    • LO5 - Ability to Communicate Orally
    • LO7 - Professional Skills
  • Course Category:
    • Miscellaneous Practice-Skills

Notes: Class meets Friday, April 5 from 4-9 pm, Sunday, April 7 from 9 am-5 pm, and Sunday April 14 from 9 am-5 pm.

  • 2023-2024 Spring ( )
  • Fri
  • Room: LAW 320D
  • 2023-2024 Spring ( )
  • Sun
  • Room: LAW 320D

Past Offerings

Facilitation for Attorneys (7807): Most lawyers and other professionals spend a significant amount of time in meetings and working in teams or groups for a variety of purposes, and many report that this can be a frustrating experience. As the practice of law becomes more complex, it includes more and more situations where groups of people need to work together planning complex legal strategies, developing firm policies, working with corporations or other multi-person clients, or participating in shareholder meetings, public commissions and councils, corporate and non-profit board of directors meetings. Group functionality and outcomes can be significantly improved by any group member who has the awareness and skills of a facilitator, whether or not that person is formally designated as the facilitator. The interactive class methodology will combine discussion with many exercises and roleplays, putting facilitation tools into practice every step of the way. We will examine group dynamics and learn skills used by professional facilitators to prevent common problems and elicit the best work of a group. We will explore how to prepare effectively with clear goals, collaborative problem definition, inclusive process design and a well-structured agenda. We will also discuss and practice core meeting management skills such as how to balance voice and participation, build consensus, inspire creativity and promote principled evaluation and decision-making. Finally, we will identify and apply communication skills that keep group sessions productive, and tools to manage difficult moments and problem behaviors. Class Schedule dates: In Autumn, this class will meet Friday, Oct 27: 4-9pm, Sunday, Oct 29: 9a-6p, and Saturday, Nov 4: 9a-5p. In Spring, this class will meet Friday, April 5 from 4-9 pm, Sunday, April 7 from 9 am-5 pm, and Sunday April 14 from 9 am-5 pm Elements used in grading: Class attendance, participation and final paper.

Sections

Facilitation for Attorneys | LAW 7807 Section 01 Class #1100

  • 2 Units
  • Grading: Law Mandatory P/R/F
  • 2023-2024 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available
  • Enrollment Limitations: Lottery 20
  • Graduation Requirements:
    • EL -Experiential Learning Requirement for Law Deg
  • Learning Outcomes Addressed:
    • LO5 - Ability to Communicate Orally
    • LO7 - Professional Skills
  • Course Category:
    • Miscellaneous Practice-Skills

Notes: Class meets Friday, Oct 27: 4-9pm [LAW 320D], Sunday, Oct 29: 9a-6p,[LAW 272] and Saturday, Nov 4: 9a-5p.[LAW 272].

  • 2023-2024 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available

Facilitation for Attorneys (7807): Most lawyers and other professionals spend a significant amount of time in meetings and working in teams or groups for a variety of purposes, and many report that this can be a frustrating experience. As the practice of law becomes more complex, it includes more and more situations where groups of people need to work together planning complex legal strategies, developing firm policies, working with corporations or other multi-person clients, or participating in shareholder meetings, public commissions and councils, corporate and non-profit board of directors meetings. Group functionality and outcomes can be significantly improved by any group member who has the awareness and skills of a facilitator, whether or not that person is formally designated as the facilitator. The interactive class methodology will combine discussion with many exercises and roleplays, putting facilitation tools into practice every step of the way. We will examine group dynamics and learn skills used by professional facilitators to prevent common problems and elicit the best work of a group. We will explore how to prepare effectively with clear goals, collaborative problem definition, inclusive process design and a well-structured agenda. We will also discuss and practice core meeting management skills such as how to balance voice and participation, build consensus, inspire creativity and promote principled evaluation and decision-making. Finally, we will identify and apply communication skills that keep group sessions productive, and tools to manage difficult moments and problem behaviors. Class Schedule dates: This class will meet Friday, Sept. 30: 4-9pm, Sunday, Oct 2: 9a-6p, and Saturday, Oct 8: 9a-5p. Elements used in grading: Class attendance, participation and final paper.

Sections

Facilitation for Attorneys | LAW 7807 Section 01 Class #1123

  • 2 Units
  • Grading: Law Mandatory P/R/F
  • 2022-2023 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available
  • Enrollment Limitations: Lottery 20
  • Graduation Requirements:
    • EL -Experiential Learning Requirement for Law Deg
  • Learning Outcomes Addressed:
    • LO5 - Ability to Communicate Orally
    • LO7 - Professional Skills
  • Course Category:
    • Miscellaneous Practice-Skills

  • 2022-2023 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available

Facilitation for Attorneys (7807): Most lawyers and other professionals spend a significant amount of time in meetings and working in teams or groups for a variety of purposes, and many report that this can be a frustrating experience. As the practice of law becomes more complex, it includes more and more situations where groups of people need to work together planning complex legal strategies, developing firm policies, working with corporations or other multi-person clients, or participating in shareholder meetings, public commissions and councils, corporate and non-profit board of directors meetings. Group functionality and outcomes can be significantly improved by any group member who has the awareness and skills of a facilitator, whether or not that person is formally designated as the facilitator. The interactive class methodology will combine discussion with many exercises and roleplays, putting facilitation tools into practice every step of the way. We will examine group dynamics and learn skills used by professional facilitators to prevent common problems and elicit the best work of a group. We will explore how to prepare effectively with clear goals, collaborative problem definition, inclusive process design and a well-structured agenda. We will also discuss and practice core meeting management skills such as how to balance voice and participation, build consensus, inspire creativity and promote principled evaluation and decision-making. Finally, we will identify and apply communication skills that keep group sessions productive, and tools to manage difficult moments and problem behaviors. Class Schedule dates: This class will meet Friday, Oct 1: 4-9pm, Saturday, Oct 2: 9a-6p, and Sunday, Oct 10: 9a-5p. Elements used in grading: Class attendance, participation and final paper.

Sections

Facilitation for Attorneys | LAW 7807 Section 01 Class #1075

  • 2 Units
  • Grading: Law Mandatory P/R/F
  • 2021-2022 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available
  • Enrollment Limitations: Lottery 20
  • Graduation Requirements:
    • EL -Experiential Learning Requirement for Law Deg
  • Learning Outcomes Addressed:
    • LO5 - Ability to Communicate Orally
    • LO7 - Professional Skills
  • Course Category:
    • Miscellaneous Practice-Skills

Notes: This class will meet Friday, Oct 1: 4-9pm, Saturday, Oct 2: 9a-6p, and Sunday, Oct 10: 9a-5p.

  • 2021-2022 Autumn
    Schedule No Longer Available
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