Above the Law - Thinking Like a Lawyer If The DOJ Fails Another Time, They Win A Free Sandwich
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Nov 12, 2025 Kirkland's training on politeness for lawyers in private equity reveals how corporate clients have become sensitive. The Federalist Society's panel boldly demands the impeachment of judges for not aligning with the Trump administration's agenda. A critique emerges over the conservative legal movement's use of the shadow docket to challenge legal norms. The trial involving a sandwich thrower ends in an unexpected not guilty verdict, punctuated by questionable prosecutorial tactics. The hosts also dive into lighthearted political memes and current events.
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Kirkland's Client Etiquette Wake-Up
- Kirkland faced investor blowback for robotic responses like "we respectfully decline" on PE deals.
- The firm ran etiquette training and banned that phrase to repair relations with investors.
Size Explains Some Firm Bluntness
- Joe Patrice suggests large transactional firms can be blunt because they control massive deal flow and need to set boundaries.
- That dominance can make harsh behavior feel justifiable but still harms reputation.
Use Hybrid Return-To-Office For Training
- Ensure mid-senior associates return to the office several days weekly to learn soft skills by example.
- Use a three-to-four day hybrid model to balance training needs and flexibility.