Public Speaking for Lawyers

Need your legal team to represent your firm with confidence? That Presentation Coach can make them stand out.

I help lawyers become more compelling and commanding speakers and presenters.

“She can help even the most experienced attorney up their game”

I'm an experienced litigator, but I had a big argument coming up before a state Supreme Court and wanted to make sure I was conveying my client's position as clearly and confidently as possible. I hired Sara to help me prep, and she gave me some great tips and a few new perspectives on how I deliver my arguments. During my court appearance, I went to speak and no sound came out. Instead of panicking, though, I immediately thought "What would Sara tell me to do?" I took a deep breath, had a sip of water, and restarted with no problem the rest of the time.

I'm incredibly grateful for Sara's support and insight, and highly recommend her to any other women in the legal field who want to up their game.

- Elizabeth, BigLaw Partner

Available For:

Guest Workshops • Stage Speaking • Podcast Interviews

Thousands of Clients and Students

10+ Years Coaching Presentation Skills

Coach for individuals, nonprofit organizations, and multi-million dollar corporations

"She brings out the best in people."

I first met and began working with Sara over 15 years ago. Beyond her acute appreciation for the mechanics of effective public speaking and the art of performance, I'm struck by Sara's exceptional capacity to meet people where they are, to provide insightful and actionable feedback, and unlock her clients' full potential. As an attorney, I deeply value Sara's keen intellect, her off-the-chart EQ, and her perspective as a non-lawyer to see my blind spots and coach me through them.

- Casselle, BigLaw Partner

Meet Sara

I'm not a lawyer. But I do have a PhD in Theatre and Performance Studies and have been coaching and consulting on public speaking and presentation skills for over a decade. And over the years, I've noticed something.

A LOT of my clients were female attorneys looking for my support and coaching to advance their careers and better serve clients.

It became very clear that there was a real need to help women in the law feel more confident, authentic, and prepared for scenarios as diverse as court cases, mediations, client meetings, conference presentations, and CLE teaching opportunities.

And me not being a lawyer was actually an asset. Colleagues and peers can help you prep your content and arguments. But I offer a non-lawyer's perspective on presentations, in addition to looking at public speaking from a performance perspective (How do you hold yourself? Do you need help remembering to breathe? Could we add some more variation in your tone of voice to make you more compelling to the listener?).

My coaching offers a comprehensive approach to tackling presentation challenges head-on, providing lawyers with the skills needed to excel in public speaking and to advocate effectively in all aspects of a law career.

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Expert Specialties

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Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

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Storytelling and Messaging

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Confidence and Authenticity

Sample Speaking Topics

Fixing Common Attorney Presentation Mistakes

Combating Public Speaking Anxiety

Using Acting Techniques for More Dynamic Public Speaking

How to Show Up Confidently and Authentically

Strategies for Speaking Off the Cuff

"Stop Picturing People Naked", and Other Public Speaking Advice

"I rarely present in my daily work, so Sara was a blessing when I had to give a CLE training!"

I reached out to Sara to help me prepare a CLE training that would elevate my exposure and engagement with colleagues and experts in my field. From managing anxiety to content preparation and practice, she provided comprehensive support that truly made a difference. Her insights helped me structure my speech in more effective and engaging ways, ensuring that my message was clear and impactful. Importantly, I can now approach public speaking with a better sense of calm, control, and professionalism.

- Jennifer, Environmental Law Partner

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