Legal advocacy involves articulating for and empowering others to pursue and protect their rights and interests. Advocacy occurs in many settings, formal and informal.
The client determines the objectives. Being present with the client to truly hear their thoughts and feelings is essential. The lawyer counsels,advises and expresses the limits and potential of the law.
As a legal advocate, licensed in Michigan for over 21 years, a licensed masters level mental health professional, and a foster parent for many years, I have been a strong advocate for the rights, assessment, and humane person-centered treatment of persons with mental health and/or substance abuse challenges, as well as other impairments.
Can you fight for someone's rights outside the courtroom?
ReplyDeleteabsolutely, often more effectively.
ReplyDeleteDo pit bulls make the best lawyers?
ReplyDeleteGenerally not. The best lawyers are smart, diplomatic and excellent listeners.
ReplyDeleteWhy are good listening skills important?
ReplyDeleteThe client determines the objectives. Being present with the client to truly hear their thoughts and feelings is essential. The lawyer counsels,advises and expresses the limits and potential of the law.
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