In this mini-episode, I talk about 5 ways a lawyer can be of service, available to every practising lawyer, wherever and however and for whomever you work.

Being of service makes us more than good lawyers, it makes us great lawyers.

Martin Luther King, Jr said, ‘Everyone has the power for greatness – not for fame but greatness – because greatness is determined by service.’   All you need to serve, he said, is a heart full of grace, and a soul generated by love.

Being of service is the way toward deep personal fulfilment which will lead to better wellbeing, better mental health and better relationships with yourself and everyone in your life.

Show notes:

[1:14] According to Martin Luther King, Jr.,  service is what makes us great.
[2:49] Every lawyer can be of service, not just those working in specific areas.
[3:15] Service is not the same as sacrifice.
[4:37] First, honour the law.
[6:46] Secondly, appreciate your client.
[9:04] Thirdly, respect your fellow lawyers.
[10:24] Fourthly, value the opportunity to learn.
[11:23] Finally, cherish the opportunity to teach.

I am an experienced corporate lawyer, using the law to build purposeful, human-centred, Earth-friendly legal enterprises & ecosystems, for happier humans and a better planet.  I am also the founder and host of the New Earth lawyer podcast.

I am based in Melbourne, Australia. I established my own law practice Geraldine Grace in 2020, focussing on enterprises seeking purpose, and actors in the impact economy.

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