Why Lawyers Should Share a Client Process Roadmap (Full Transcript)
[00:00:00] Speaker 1: I can say as a former litigator, I knew what the process was and some of my sophisticated clients did, but not everyone. So how great would it be if I had a standard document to say, this is how litigation typically goes or if I'm a divorce attorney, here are the typical stages, here's the typical time frames. You know, here's how you might feel. Here's when I want you to call me and really teach the client how to interact with you. That sort of information helps them feel so safe and less anxious. It's what we're doing with our, you know, I think with my anxious child, it's what we do with her. It's also what we need as adults when we're in stressful situations, which really is why we're working with a lawyer.
- Many clients lack a clear understanding of litigation or divorce processes, even when lawyers assume otherwise.
- A standardized “what to expect” document can outline stages, timelines, and key decision points.
- Including emotional normalization (“how you might feel”) can reduce client anxiety and increase trust.
- Clear guidance on when and how to contact the lawyer improves collaboration and efficiency.
- Client education provides adults the same kind of reassurance structure used to help anxious children cope with stress.