International Be Kind to Lawyers Day

By Bo Nichols
June 07, 2022

International Be Kind to Lawyers Day – 11 April 2023

Overview

International Be Kind to Lawyers Day takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of April. Although lawyers have a bad reputation among the general public, it is an important profession for society as well as the justice system. The general public has mocked and seen it as an evil occupation. This profession is based on the idea that the public is being exploited by lawyers who charge huge fees and have the goal of winning the case. However, this day is about spreading the awareness that many of these myths exist and that not all lawyers practice law with ethics.

History For International Be Kind To Lawyers Day

Steve Hughes, a public-speaking coach, established International Be Kind to Lawyers Day (28 September 2008). Hughes collaborated with many lawyers in order to improve their public speaking skills. He discovered that people often have negative views of the legal profession after Hughes explained how he had worked with so many. Hughes believed lawyers should be treated with respect, admiration, and love at least once a day. The second Tuesday in April was chosen by Hughes because it fell between two other holidays that had negative connotations: April Fool's Day, 1 April, and U.S. Tax Day, 15 April. He may have been trying to make lawyers look more attractive. This holiday is international, so everyone has agreed to set aside one day each year where we will not make lawyer jokes or attempt any other niceties. Many of us have family members or friends who are lawyers. If you don't have a lawyer, you may be among the people who have been represented. They have certainly represented you well, we are certain. Lawyers have always stood by us and tried to help us get out of trouble. So it's not difficult to support the idea of them being celebrated today.

How To Celebrate The Day

International Be Kind To Lawyers Day aims to show gratitude for our lawyers. Send flowers and cards to any lawyer who has helped you in difficult times. Please spend some time with them to learn about their struggles and stress. You can raise awareness about their important role in maintaining society's smooth functioning. You can share your thoughts and photos on social media using the hashtag #BeKindToLawyersDay

Watch A Movie About Lawyers

Check out your favorite film featuring a lawyer in the lead role. There are plenty of options! The most popular lawyer movie is "To Kill a Mockingbird." But there are many other options, including "The Firm," "A Few Good Men," or "Legally Blonde."

Show the Love.

Don't forget "Thank you" for any past assistance from lawyers. You can show your appreciation to them today, regardless of whether they represented or assisted you in a legal matter

Get in touch

You can still get the contact information of an attorney who has assisted you in the future by giving them a call. Show your appreciation. It's a great way to show your gratitude for your help from a lawyer. You may make someone's day just by being kind to them, and lawyers don't often get much appreciation.

Referrals to

Depending on which type of law they practice, you can refer your friends to lawyers. You can also help their business by writing a glowing reviews via their social networks.

Why We Love Being Kind to Lawyers Day

They Do a Pro Bono Job

Lawyers spend thousands of hours every year on pro bono work. Pro bono can be defined as work done without payment -- it's free!

It is a good idea for a friend to have a lawyer

The good thing is to have a lawyer at your side before going to court. Knowing and trusting a lawyer can make legal situations less stressful. Show your appreciation to your friend today and continue building that relationship.

They Help Society

Most people want to practice law to help others. They are motivated by justice and are able to solve complex problems and communicate effectively to get it done.

How Difficult Is A Job As A Lawyer?

Lawyering is a highly sought-after career, and you can reap many benefits if your goal is to become one. However, there are some disadvantages to working as an attorney. You don't have to be a courtroom drama queen or a news conference host, but you can still make a difference and help clients. Before you begin the long journey toward becoming a lawyer, you should ask yourself whether you can tolerate these limitations and how well your ability to deal with them. While there are many advantages to practicing law, you will also find more satisfaction than you did a decade ago. You should take the time to evaluate all aspects of law school so that you can decide if you are right for the job.

All Your Clients

It won't be possible to choose the clients you work with, at least not if that is how you earn your living. The people who require lawyers aren't limited to one demographic. They may be wealthy, sophisticated, and demanding, and they might be homeless or accused of a criminal offense they did not commit. Although you might not like all of them, you must give your best to each one. What tolerance do you have for people you don't agree with? Do you have the ability to let go of your personal feelings to accomplish the task?

Legal Process Outsourcing

It isn't a trend, but the outsourcing law work to foreign countries has become an economic reality. Many traditional lawyer jobs are being eliminated or replaced by those who outsource legal work to low-wage offshore workers or regional delivery centers.

The Stress

Law practice is one of the most stressful jobs. It has its pressures: deadlines, billing pressures, client demands, and long hours. Add to that rising business pressures, evolving legal technologies, and a growing law school debt, and it's easy for lawyers to feel stressed.
Members of the bar are often unhappy with their careers due to the demands and stress of practicing law. Counselors often experience depression and suicide, and 44% of those surveyed by the American Bar Association recently said they wouldn't recommend this profession to teenagers.

Long Hours

Law firms are working longer hours due to shrinking staff and increasing workloads. Due to the demands of global law practice, some lawyers need to be available for clients 24 hours a day. Lawyers work longer hours and are often required to work for 50+ hours a week. Due to competition, lawyers have to spend more time with clients and business management activities than they do billing. Many lawyers feel that they don't have enough time for their families.

Debt at Soaring Law School

Recent years have seen inflation outpace the cost of law education. Even the best law schools can charge well over $40,000 annually for tuition, and a six-figure law school debt can make it difficult to get into practice. In today's tough job market, many new grads can't afford to repay their law school debt. A law degree does not guarantee financial security.

Technology

Technology has revolutionized the law practice, and lawyers must be proficient in various technology platforms. These include document review and management tools, spreadsheets, presentations, and billing software. Even as lawyers become more tech-savvy, the market trend toward commoditization threatens jobs, as technology replaces lawyers to deliver legal services more cheaply.

Changing the Legal Paradigms

Law is changing rapidly, and lawyers don't have a monopoly. Lawyers today face competition from many non-lawyer sources. However, this doesn't mean that these sources are reliable or can provide the same results as an attorney. These sources are available and may divert clients from "real" attorneys.

Conclusion

Lawyers are often given a bad reputation, but they are crucial to the functioning of society and the justice systems.