Soft Skills Every Lawyer Needs with David Sclar

David Sclar is a technology lawyer and the author of Workplace Strategies for Technology Lawyers. In this episode, David explains why soft skills are essential for modern legal careers, how he found his place in law after early uncertainty, and what lawyers can do to build careers that align with how they actually work.

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David’s book grew out of real-world experience rather than personal branding. While working at a startup, he began documenting lessons learned from chaos, growth, and leadership. Over time, those notes became a concise resource designed to help lawyers work better with clients and colleagues.

“I wanted to make this book as efficient as possible in giving people practical, useful information,” David Sclar expresses in Episode 227 of You Are a Lawyer.

In addition to writing, David spends time mentoring and advising early-career lawyers. His work outside traditional legal practice focuses on helping others navigate uncertainty, find mentorship, and build careers that feel sustainable rather than performative.

This episode is produced by Skip the Boring Stuff, a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.