Professor Helen Winter Presents "The Attorney-Client Relationship and the Lawyer’s Duty to Advise Clients About Dispute Resolution Options” -- Florida State College of Law

Professor Helen Winter delivered a guest lecture at the Florida State University College of Law on September 2. Her presentation, titled “Trust, Humility, and Self-Efficacy: The Attorney-Client Relationship and the Lawyer’s Duty to Advise Clients About Dispute Resolution Options”, explored the essential skills and values lawyers need when counseling clients.

Drawing on her expertise in alternative dispute resolution and intercultural conflict management, Professor Winter highlighted how trust-building is central to effective client interviewing and counseling. She also emphasized the role of self-efficacy in empowering both lawyers and clients to navigate dispute resolution pathways with confidence.