Bridging the Gap Between Attorneys and Administrators: Communication, Collaboration, Learning Styles & Workplace Effectiveness

Successful law firms thrive when attorneys and administrative professionals work together as strategic partners. Yet differences in communication styles, learning preferences, priorities, and workplace expectations can create barriers that impact productivity, morale, and client service.

In this engaging and interactive session, participants will discover how understanding learning styles, communication approaches, and workplace dynamics can strengthen collaboration across legal teams. Through real-world examples, practical tools, and actionable strategies, attendees will learn how to build stronger relationships, improve communication, reduce workplace friction, and create more effective and inclusive work environments.

Participants will leave with techniques to better understand colleagues, navigate challenging conversations, leverage individual strengths, and foster a culture of trust, accountability, and workplace excellence.

Attendees will learn how to:
• Recognize and adapt to different learning and communication styles
• Strengthen collaboration between attorneys and administrative professionals
• Improve workplace communication and reduce misunderstandings
• Build trust, psychological safety, and professional accountability
• Create strategies that enhance team effectiveness and organizational success

Ideal for legal administrators, office managers, HR professionals, attorneys, partners, and legal operations leaders committed to building stronger, more collaborative workplaces.

About our speaker:

Kesha Kent, known as MrsKeshSpeaks, is a high‑energy keynote speaker and leadership strategist who helps professionals build confidence, strengthen relationships, and lead with authenticity and purpose. With more than 25 years of experience in talent development and workplace culture, she delivers engaging, practical insights on communication, networking, and inclusive leadership—equipping teams to collaborate effectively and elevate their impact.

 This Lunch & Learn is for Austin ALA members, their guests, and business partners assigned to sponsor this event

CLM Application Credit: 1 hour of Communication Skills

CLM Functional Specialist Credit: 1 hour of Human Resources Management

CLM Recertification Credit: 1 hour of Communication and Organizational Management

SHRM® Recertification Credit: 1.5 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification

The Austin Association of Legal Administrators is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrm.org/credentials/certification

Our business partner sponsors for this month's luncheon are:

Important Reminders About Parking:

Park in the Procore Tower Building Garage at 221 W. 6th Street. Entrances are on 5^th Street and Colorado Street. When you exit the garage, be sure to pick up a discount ticket at the meeting to receive the discounted $10.00 parking rate.

Tickets

$40.00 Member Ticket

$50.00 Guest or assigned business partner