About

The XL Legal Podcast is hosted by Shelley Appleby-Ostroff. 

Shelley has over 30 years of experience as a practicing lawyer, senior counsel and executive in the public service, mediator, executive coach, and legal writing professor. She is also the founder of SAO Legal Writing, a consulting firm that designs and delivers customized writing programs and coaching to lawyers and decision-makers.

A lawyer herself, Shelley understands the unique professional challenges, demands, and expectations lawyers face at all stages of their careers. She is a member of the International Coach Federation and thrives on inspiring lawyers to excel in today’s legal profession. 

Shelley provides talent development consulting and writing coaching services to lawyers at all levels. Examples of recurring developmental objectives include:
• Maximizing efficiency and productivity
• Improving legal writing skills
• Working with difficult people
• Transitioning into a new role
• Building self-confidence
• Enhancing motivation and engagement
• Managing perfectionism
• Conquering procrastination
• Delivering effective feedback
• Supervising and mentoring Millennial lawyers
 
To learn more about Shelley’s services, contact her directly at info@exellegal.com.

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