Children make lousy clients. The lawyer becomes much more…
““Children make lousy clients. The lawyer becomes much more than a lawyer. With adults, you simply lay the pros and cons of each option on the table. You advise this way and that. You predict a little, but not much. Then you tell the adult it’s time for a decision and you leave the room for a bit. When you return, you are handed a decision and you run with it. Not so with kids. They don’t understand lawyerly advice. They want a hug and someone to make decisions. They’re scared and looking for friends.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Children need emotional support rather than analytical advice; adults can handle logical pros and cons.
In simple terms: Kids want comfort and decisions; adults can decide themselves.
Key Takeaway
Tailor communication style to the audience’s maturity.
Themes
communication
decision making
empathy
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- parenting
- legal counseling
- teaching
- mentoring
Key Concepts
psychology
law practice
client relations
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance empathy and logic?
- When is it appropriate to give a decision?
A Different Perspective
Children may still benefit from some logical guidance.