About Kim's CoachingSeven years ago, I was a burned-out, frustrated family lawyer. I was disillusioned with the court system and the damage it does to families that are already in distress. Fortunately, I met Kim at the IAHL (International Alliance of Holistic Lawyers) conference - which I attended out of curiosity because I had never seen "holistic" and "lawyers" in the same sentence before Some time after that, Kim became my professional coach. Now, seven years later, my family law practice is almost exclusively focused on collaborative law and mediation. I have not had a custody or divorce trial in a couple of years. I have become a collaborative law trainer and have made presentations about collaborative law internationally. I have a thriving solo practice and my personal ethics and values are perfectly aligned with my professional work. My life is in balance in a way that seemed impossible before I started working with Kim. How did all this happen? Kim led me to the answers by her unwavering support, inspiration and a lot of humor. My inclination towards self-doubt disappeared as Kim first helped me dream and then helped me, step by step, to start living the dream. I still call on Kim from time to time for a "tune-up" when I need direction and inspiration. If you want to undertake a transformational journey with the best possible guide, Kim is the person you are looking for. Mariette Geldenhuys |
Be on the Cutting Edge of Law with J. Kim WrightWhen the American Bar Association wanted to publish a book on the cutting-edge of practicing law, they came to Kim Wright. Her book, Lawyers as Peacemakers and Healers, Transforming Life, Law Practice, and the World , will be published in April. And when the American Bar Association went looking for the top 50 changemakers in the profession, those who are “finding new ways to practice law, represent their clients, adjudicate cases and train the next generation of lawyers,” they named Kim Wright. (See When you're ready to take your practice to the next levels, call Kim Wright.
INDIVIDUAL COACHING: For ten years, Kim Wright has been working with lawyers who are exploring whether to leave law or create a way to stay. She can help you create your own right livelihood within law; transform your law practice; integrate peacemaking and healing concepts into your law practice; prioritize and clarify what is most important to you; and create a supportive environment for you and your staff. ORGANIZATIONAL CONSULTING: Kim Wright has ten years of training and experience in creating change at an organizational and societal level, including advanced training in appreciative inquiry, kindling group magic, and building sustainable relationships. She is co-authoring a book on business partnerships (expected June, 2010) and is a member of Asheville, NC's Think Tank for New Paradigm Living. With this combined with her knowledge of the legal profession, she can help you design a strategy for transforming an organization, law school, law firm or community. Kim is a great behind the scenes partner or an expert who can come in and work directly with your organization. The legal profession is transforming. For example, there are now thousands of problem-solving courts which require a more holistic approach to law. Law students and law professors need to be informed about the latest advances. Kim Wright is available for lunch programs, 2-3 hour introductions, day-long workshops for faculty or students and consultation for curriculum development and training.
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Contact J. Kim WrightTo set up an introductory appointment: by email: jkimwright@gmail.com About Kim's Coaching“I seek out Kim’s wisdom and guidance because it is simply brilliant. When I need assistance, I need someone who can not only listen and understand what I have going on, but who can get out in front of me with ideas and suggestions for where I might go next. Coaching is about helping someone take considered action, and for me, that’s not about just having someone help me identify my own best ideas. It’s that of course, but when I don’t know what I don’t know, it’s hard to come up with what might be an even better course of action than what I’ve considered. Kim has a way of unearthing possibilities that fit and work and are in tune with what I’m thinking; and then helps me nail down the best ones to move my project and goals, and my life, along faster than I could do on my own.” Dolly M. Garlo, RN, JD, PCC Sister SitesPublisher and Managing Editor
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