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Jun 1, 2026

Former federal prosecutor Melinda Williams joins Messerli Kramer

Melinda A. Williams, former senior federal prosecutor, joins Messerli Kramer to focus on complex business litigation and investigations.

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Apr 14, 2026

Legally Speaking: April showers don’t wait, neither do difficult conversations

Learn how lawyers can handle difficult conversations, manage conflict, and maintain credibility in mediation, negotiations, and client communication.

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Nov 11, 2025

Legally Speaking: The eyes have it in legal settings

Persuasion in law isn’t just spoken — it’s seen. How eye contact, presence, and emotional intelligence can transform advocacy, mediation, and justice itself.

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Sep 9, 2025

Legally Speaking: How lawyers can keep goalposts from moving in negotiation

Negotiations often fail when expectations shift midstream. Learn how lawyers and judges can prevent “moving the goalposts” and protect trust.

Rashanda Bruce
Jul 3, 2025

Breaking the Ice: Attorney contributes in courtroom, community

Robins Kaplan associate Rashanda Bruce has worked her way from case assistant to paralegal and eventually attorney who helped secure a $10.5M total judgment in a landmark product liability case.

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May 13, 2025

Legally Speaking: Power of persuasion: Crafting arguments that connect

Mastering persuasion helps lawyers win in court, mediate effectively, and build client trust. Learn how ethos, pathos, and logos elevate advocacy.

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