Professional Skills
BARBRI offers expert courses designed for legal professionals — from new associates to seasoned attorneys — seeking foundational skills or ongoing career excellence in the evolving legal landscape
Why Invest in Professional Skills Courses?
BARBRI’s comprehensive portfolio of professional development courses equips you with practical, career-advancing skills across critical areas such as client communication, artificial intelligence, legal ethics, social media, time management, finance, and personal branding.
Strengthen Client Relationships
Attorneys who demonstrate continuous learning build greater trust—72% of corporate clients prefer them, and they achieve 25% higher client retention.
[Source: Clio Legal Trends + LexisNexis CounselLink enterprise client survey]Increase Your Income
Ongoing skills training drives results: new associates generate 15–25% more billable hours, while mid-career lawyers report 32% higher personal revenue.
[Source: Thomson Reuters]Grow Your Business
Attorneys with specialized certifications grow their book of business 20–40% faster than generalists.
[Source: ABA Legal Career Specialization and ALM Intelligence]Advance Your Career
Structured professional development accelerates advancement—associates completing 20–40 hours annually are 2.7× more likely to meet or exceed performance expectations.
[Source: NALP Foundation Associate Evaluation Study]Professional Skills Features
Bridge the gap between law school and legal practice with our Professional Legal Skills Series. Designed to equip you and/or your firm with essential "power skills," these courses prepare you for the realities of working in a law firm, a new practice area, or a career transition—ensuring you feel confident and ready to excel.
Develop targeted expertise with courses taught by industry-leading professionals. Our curriculum dives into specialized skills tailored to various legal fields, giving you the precise competencies required to excel in your specific practice area.
Take control of your learning schedule with live and on-demand options. Whether you prefer engaging, interactive live sessions or the flexibility of self-paced learning, our programs are designed to adapt to your needs.
Access training that aligns with your goals and budget. Our pricing options include:
- Subscription plans for ongoing, comprehensive access
- Individual course purchases for focused, targeted learning
Related Courses
Legal Fundamentals: LegalTech
Available Interactive Course
New Associate Fundamentals: Matter Management Basics
Available Interactive Course
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Unlock Your Free Career Success Guide
Complete this brief form to access BARBRI’s popular Professional Skills Handbook, featuring essential topics and insights to help you advance your career, including:
- Understanding the Skills Gap
- Legal Writing: Your Most Powerful Tool
- Building Client Trust + Loyalty
- 4 Core Competencies You Need to Grow Your Practice
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