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Follow on Google News | Improv Course Accredited as NYC Continuing Legal Education ProgramNew York Lawyers Learn The Skills of Improvisation to Strengthen Legal Skills
By: Tommy Galan In 2009, Tommy Galan was a comedian who happened to be in his eighth year of running his own law firm. He wanted to pursue his passion in comedy without turning his back on his legal education; ergo, “Improv(ed) And it is catching on! It was “relevant, engaging, fun, informative and exciting,” says Mathew Schneider, Esq. of Proskauer Rose. In 2012, “Improv(ed) The mission, while ambitious, is to change the public perception of lawyers by giving them improv tools to add to their practice skills. Improv relies on effective communication, listening skills, and compassion along with the skills of performance, presentation, public speaking, and acceptance through the concept of “Yes, and.” Tommy, Ali and The PIT believe that lawyers have the unique opportunity to better connect with their clients, juries, judges, co-workers and even adversaries by studying improv and its connection with the practice of law. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Ali Farahnakian or Tommy Galan, please call Tommy Galan at The Peoples Improv Theater at 212-563-7488 or email Tommy@ThePIT- www.ThePIT-NYC.com End
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