Leadership for Lawyers

Leadership for Lawyers, 3rd Edition, serves as a coursebook designed for leadership instruction in law schools. Authored by Deborah L. Rhode, the volume examines theoretical and empirical dimensions of leadership while addressing ethical responsibilities, diversity, and pro bono legal practice.

Coverage explores core competencies such as decision making, communication, influence, conflict resolution, and crisis management. The text also investigates moral leadership and professional scandals, examining the dynamics of how good leaders can become compromised.

To support classroom instruction, the textbook combines excerpts from influential books and articles with accessible background analysis, real-world case histories, and practical exercises that address complex professional issues.