Law is a profession centered on human interaction. Virtually every
aspect of the practice of law can be enhanced by a well-grounded
understanding of psychology--the science of how people think, feel, and
behave. Lawyers who harness the insights of psychology will be more
effective interviewers and counselors, engage in more successful
negotiations, conduct more efficient and useful discovery, communicate
more ably, better identify and avoid ethical problems, and even be more
productive and happy.
Psychology for Lawyers, Second Edition introduces lawyers to some of
the key insights offered by the field of psychology, drawn from research
on perception, memory, judgment, decision making, emotion, persuasion
and influence, communication, and the psychology of justice. It then
applies these insights tasks to the daily tasks of lawyering, including
interviewing, negotiating, counseling, and conducting discovery.
Case studies and examples throughout the text illustrate concepts in an
approachable, relatable way. The authors also include recommendations
for relevant books, podcasts, and other media for further exploration.