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15 Things I Wish I'd Learned in Law School

15 Things I Wish I'd Learned in Law School

Presented by Jordan Turk

Law school teaches you how to think like a lawyer — but not always how to practice like one. In this candid on-demand session, attorney Jordan Turk shares the practical lessons attorneys wish they had learned sooner, from managing clients and avoiding ethical pitfalls to billing smarter and using technology effectively.

15 Things I Wish I'd Learned in Law School

Attorneys at any stage of practice — especially newer lawyers, solo and small firm attorneys, and anyone looking to strengthen practical law
A practical, experience-driven session exploring the real-world skills lawyers need to succeed, including client management, ethical
Because the realities of practicing law often look very different from law school. This session delivers candid insights, practical guidance

What attendees are saying:

"Superb presentation! Jordan Turk is an excellent presenter and the content is always top-notch, as well!"
"Jordan's CLEs are always the best! She is relatable and tells it like it really is."
"Very engaging and helpful presentation, especially the interaction with participants!"
Jordan Turk
Attorney, Director of Education & Attorney Development at Smokeball
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About this session

For many attorneys, law school was a formative experience that shaped how we analyze legal problems and approach the profession. Yet despite its strengths, law school often leaves out the practical realities of daily legal practice. There were no lectures on handling difficult clients, navigating grievance complaints, or balancing ethical responsibilities with running a successful business.

Law school taught us how to think like lawyers — but not always how to be lawyers.

In this practical and candid on-demand session, attorney Jordan Turk explores the real-world lessons attorneys often learn only after years of experience. From ethical pitfalls and billing challenges to client management and technology strategies, this session focuses on the practical skills that help lawyers build sustainable, efficient, and ethically sound practices.

Attendees will gain actionable insights drawn from real experiences, helping them avoid common missteps, improve workflows, and confidently navigate the realities of modern law practice.

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In this free on-demand webinar, you’ll learn:

Avoid common ethical traps that law school didn’t prepare you for.
Improve billing practices and client management strategies.
Use modern tools and workflows to save time and reduce stress.

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