On July 25, Karen Ross was a featured speaker in “Confronting the Bullying Lawyer: Harassment Rules, Professional Boundaries, and Psychological Strategies,” a live video-broadcast of the Federal Bar Association.

In her session, “Workplace Bullying in the Legal Profession: Recognizing, Addressing, and Mitigating Its Impact,” Karen explored the full spectrum of bullying behavior in legal environments, from overt intimidation to subtle sabotage, and examine how these behaviors diminish team performance, organizational culture, and client service. Drawing on empirical research and professional experience, her presentation highlighted bullying’s disproportionate effects on women and underrepresented attorneys and how law firms can reframe civility and professionalism as essential tools for talent development and retention.