The Conflict Strategist

Got conflict? If you and your team are stuck in conflict, The Conflict Strategist will get you unstuck.

Conflict happens. With a change in mindset and through better communication, conflict is a strategic business opportunity.

Thought Leader in Communication, Negotiation & Conflict Management.

Conflict Management Services as a Neutral, Mediator, Arbitrator, Coach, Trainer and Educator.

The Conflict Strategist is a Service Mark.
The Conflict Strategist is also a Registered Assumed Name for Mediation & Arbitration Forum LLC.

Principal - Business Owner

New York University

Develop and teach courses for Conflict Management, Cross-Cultural Communication, and Mediation. 

Conflict Management Techniques for the Workplace is SHRM [Society for Human Resource Management] Academically Aligned. Course is part of the Human Capital Management Certificate; and the Executive Business English & Global Communication Certificate.

Customized Learning Solutions in Negotiation for Law Students - Week-Long Training for International Students in Masters of Law Program

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

FINRA

Arbitrator for customer disputes, employment issues, contracts, and financial services.

Arbitrator

The Conflict Strategist℠ ⦁ Workplace conflict? If you are stuck in conflict, I will get you unstuck ⦁ Team Managers, HR Leaders, & Business Owners, DM to learn more ⦁ Quick Tips: Read my blog, The Strats℠

If you struggle with:
>Feeling anxious about difficult conversations
>Avoiding conflicts with your colleagues
>Being managed by a micromanager
>Hesitating to negotiate about work, deadlines, and more.

THEN count on me to help you transform your response and reframe how you communicate.

How? I will be your guide to reimagine conflict, negotiations & communication. I empower you to build a framework for success with proven strategies and techniques.

My name is Leslie Nydick, The Conflict Strategist. Let’s unlock your conflict-solving superpowers.

Why me? I was in the middle of conflict every day. I felt stuck.

I was bombarded with:
>A never-ending flow of demands from internal clients
>Complaints from user groups about shared spaces
>Missed deadlines by vendors, without any notice
>Emails that sounded like people were upset with me.

What was I doing? I was leading real estate, design, & construction in all types of industries: financial services, education, publishing, entertainment, communications, & government. 

There was something they ALL had in common: CONFLICT 

What did I do? There were a lot of attempts, fails, mishaps, AND finally, the wins. I cracked the code for managing conflicts, and I want to share it with you.

Your choice:

>The Conflict Tune-Up: a compact service with impact. We start with a survey. Then we meet, virtually or in person. I deliver an action plan. We finish with check-ins.

>Coaching or Facilitating: whether the conflict is with an individual or a team, I will lead you to a new framework of communication & resolution. 

>Customized Learning Programs: this is a great choice to be proactive before your team is stuck in conflict, or when they are struggling with a pattern of conflict.

>COMING SOON: Bootcamps & Learning Programs for individuals, teams & organizations.

What results can you expect:

Increased Productivity: Research shows that up to 50% of our time is spent managing conflict. Trade those hours of managing conflict to refocus on core responsibilities.

Happier Workplaces: Unmanaged conflict results in toxic workplaces, and people leave. If conflict is swiped away, it gets worse. When conflict is managed, relationships grow, people are happier at work, and we want to stay. 

Why me?
My clients do NOT come back, 
EXCEPT to give me updates, 
and to share referrals.

I have helped thousands transform conflict into opportunity, and I am ready to support you.

What’s next? Follow me to engage with my content or DM me with your questions.

Leslie Nydick

Pamela DeNeuve - Lawyer and Law Firm Strategist

EVERYONE THINKS THAT YOU HAVE MADE IT.

 BUT ALONG WITH SUCCESS, 

YOU HAVE ADDED PRESSURE THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T UNDERSTAND

YOU WAKE UP IN THE MORNING YOU FACE ANXIETY AND STRESS:

Over the past 25 years, I have worked with international Celebrities, Successful Lawyers, and law firms.

Are you a high-stakes leader who is feeling stressed and stuck?

You're not alone. Many high-stakes leaders struggle with the pressure of their jobs. 

They worry about making mistakes, feel like they're constantly under fire, and always strive to be perfect.

But it doesn't have to be this way. Coaching can help you break free from the stress and anxiety holding you back. It can help you learn how to manage your time more effectively, delegate tasks, and set realistic expectations for yourself.

With coaching, you can finally achieve your goals and live the life you've always wanted. You'll be more confident, more productive, and more successful. You'll also have more time for the things that matter most to you, like your family, friends, and hobbies.

If you're ready to change, click the link below, and let's get started.

MENTAL MASTERY COACH FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE - LAWYERS & STRESSED PROFESSIONALS

The Map - Law Firm Strategist For Peak Performance

►   I HELP LAWYERS WHO ARE STALLED IN THEIR LAW PRACTICE AND OVER TIME HAVE LOST THEIR LOVE AND ENTHUSIASM FOR PRACTICING LAW. THEY REALIZE THEY ARE NOT MAKING THE MONEY THEY DESERVE AND ARE NOT LIVING UP TO THEIR POTENTIAL. 

► Schedule a call copy link to my calendar:  ► https://calendly.com/pdeneuve/complimentary-call 

For the past 25+ years I have helped attorneys to:

►  1) Organize and grow their law practices including personnel issues.  

►  2) Significantly increase their income.

►  3) Regain not only their enthusiasm, but focus on their mental, emotional and physical well-being.

► Executive Coach For Lawyers & Law Firms 

P & L Law Firm Growth Strategist

Your AM 100 law firm demands excellence. Women lawyers are frustrated. The soft skills communications within the firm make it a tense law firm environment. Productivity is suffering. Clients are going to other firms. Your partners are too sluggish and get distracted with busy work instead of rainmaking. 

Pamela DeNeuve and Dr. Lisa M. Walker and their team combine strategy, coaching, psychology, mediation, using assessment tools, proven marketing skills and compassion. We use our 40+ years of business sense that takes engagement, productivity and profits to a new level of effectiveness.

We help law firms to:

»  BUILD a special marketing program tailored to your firms needs.
»  INCLUDE accountability in our programs to drive new clients to the firm.
»  INCREASE productivity using proven techniques to transform mindset.
»  FORTIFY procedures to help retain current clients.
»  WORK with partners to build their book of business.
»  INITIATE Lawyer Well-Being initiatives (in the new ABA/Task Force report).
»  ENCOURAGE and motivate the advancement of women lawyers.
»  BRIDGE the communication gap among Millennials + senior management.
»  OVERCOME obstacles blocking diversity and inclusion.

Consultant & Coach For Lawyers & Law Firms

Lawyer & Law Firm Strategist

Promoting lawyer well-being I hosted an international podcast-vlog interviewing lawyers who discussed:

1.  Why they became lawyers.
2. Challenges practicing law.
3. Their successes as lawyers.
4. Health and well-being practices they incorporate into their lives.
5. A tip to other lawyers to succeed and maintain health and well-being.

Lawyers from all over the globe, from the United States, Africa, India, Asia, Europe,South America contributed to these segments.

Lawyer of the Week - Podcaster

Intrinsic Solutions Now

What I do:  I help law firms to make more money, to increase productivity, profits and retention.  You can lower attrition and improve communication between partners and millennials.  

You can increase women lawyers presence in law firms. Let's discuss how I can help you achieve your goals.  Contact Pamela DeNeuve to discuss solutions.  Here is my email and phone number:
pamela@pameladeneuve.com or (904) 607-1211


Retaining good women lawyers is difficult. You spend too much time and money recruiting, training, acclimating and mentoring new employees.  Lawyers suffer from burnout and are not as profitable as they should be.  These problems cost your firm too much money.  Statistics show that 43% lateral hires lose money.  Let's join forces and change these statistics.

No matter what the size of your law firm turnover and lack of engagement of lawyers/solicitors: 

1.    Creates disruption
2.    Reduces partner and senior associate billable hours
3.    Lost productivity of partners & associates due to training new hires
4.    Wrecks havoc with the quality and the continuity of existing clients
5.    Compromises firms ability to bring in new business

I can help you change this.

It costs a partner at least 100 billable hours or $50,000 (minimum) interviewing, training, supervising for each new hire.

For each new hire, it costs $20,000 or 100 billable hours (minimum)  for a senior associate to train a new associate.

Turnover jeopardizes your service to existing clients slows down and disrupts intake of new business.

Contact Pamela DeNeuve to discuss solutions.  pamela@pameladeneuve.com or (904) 607-1211

Keywords: attorneys, lawyers, retention, law firm, attrition, productivity, teamwork, speaker, profits, emotional intelligence, Millennials, Keynote, seminars, workshops, webinar, emotional intelligence

Helping Law Firms Increase Their Profits By Engaging and Retaining Their Associates

The Tam Group

Consulting with attorneys and law firms with strategic action plans to market and build law firm as well as partner law practices in Hong Kong and Shanghai.

MPS Group

Worked with partners with up to $15MM in business.  Created business plans, marketing strategies to build practices.  Developed a recruitment network throughout Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, D.C. creating opportunities for growth for legal practices and firms..

Partner

DeNeuve & Associates

Coach and strategic partner for attorneys including sales and marketing,  personal effectiveness, increasing income and building law practices.

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Sales and marketing for medical supplies throughout the Los Angeles area.  Trained and provided inservice trainings for physicians and other medical professionals.  Provided instruction for the latest medical modalities, supplies and equipments for treatment of patients in the hospital.

Sales and Marketing Representative

Directors Guild of America

Interfaced with major studios on behalf of member-directors of the motion picture industry.  Supervised a staff with record-breaking collections on behalf of members.

Collections Manager

MENTAL FITNESS COACH FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE -Lawyers: Feeling overwhelmed and burned out? Become Mental Powerhouse and Dominate Your Demanding Law Practice

Are you feeling overwhelmed and burned out? Do you wish you had more time to do the things you love?

I have a secret formula that can help you get twice as much work done in half the time. That means you'll have more time to relax, spend time with family and friends, and pursue your passions.

If you're ready to take control of your time and stress levels, schedule a free consultation today!

I understand that you may be skeptical about my program. After all, there are a lot of people out there who promise to help lawyers get more done in less time, but don't deliver.

However, I am confident that my program is different. I have over 30 years of experience working with lawyers, and I have developed a unique formula that is based on the latest research on stress management, time management, and productivity.

I have also helped hundreds of lawyers achieve their goals. 

➡️ For example, one of my clients was able to accomplish 40% more work using the focus tool and was able to meet all of his deadlines. 

➡️ Another client was able to improve her work-life balance so much that she was able to start spending more time with her family and friends.

I would be happy to offer you a free consultation so that you can learn more about my program and see if it's right for you. 

I can help you to:

➜ Reduce stress and anxiety

➜ Improve focus and concentration

➜ Increase motivation and productivity

➜ Develop resilience and coping skills

➜ Enhance leadership and decision-making skills

➜ Organize your law practice and get more done in less time

Two ways you can schedule a call: 

Call 888-420-0251 or 

Schedule a call on my calendar: www.pameladeneuve.com/chat-with-pamela

Pamela DeNeuve

What Happens Next Is the Part Most Lawyers Never See Coming

I’ve lived long enough to know reinvention is always possible.

I have seen brilliant lawyers rebuild their practices, earn more, and finally have room to breathe.

It starts with one shift — learning to work smarter, not harder, using new tools like AI safely and wisely, and surrounding yourself with people who know how.
I learned that lesson the hard way.

There was a time when I nearly lost everything, my health, my income, my sense of direction.

But, starting over taught me what real success looks like.

Not more hours.

Not more effort.

But a new design for work and life that sustains you instead of drains you.

There’s a Better Way to Succeed and Only a Few Have Found It Yet

Turning your successful law career into a legacy of wealth, health and impact.

There was a time when my life looked successful from the outside. I had the titles, the house, the drive. But inside, I was exhausted. Lonely. And qui

Open article: What If Success Didn’t Have to Hurt? by Pamela DeNeuve • 2 min read

By Friday, most lawyers are running on caffeine and willpower.

I have witnessed it time and time again. 

Checking emails between bites of lunch, convincing myself rest was for the weekend.

Now I smile when I see those habits — because I know what it feels like to live differently.

Success doesn’t have to look like exhaustion. It can look like clear thinking, short Fridays, and a quiet sense of peace when you close the office door.

That’s the kind of life the smartest lawyers I know are creating.

Inside the Pinnacle Mastermind, they’re not chasing hours anymore. They’re designing freedom. Together.

It’s not for everyone. It’s private, intentional, and reserved for attorneys who already excel but want more than the grind. It is learning how a secure AI can be your friend.

If that sounds like you, keep watching. The doors don’t open often.
And when they do, they don’t stay open long.

Be honest.  how many of you are still “just checking one more email” right now?

Stop it.

I almost quit.

At fifty-five, my body gave out.

I was exhausted, sick, and sure I was finished.

Walking out of a doctor's office one afternoon, I heard that quiet voice whisper, "Pamela, maybe you're done."

But something stronger rose up in me and said, "No. Not yet!"

That same voice carried Steve Jobs when he was fired from Apple, the company he had built. 

Imagine his pain and desolation.

But he was an example for all of us. He did NOT give up.
He went back to the drawing board, and years later returned to change the world.

He was never too old, too rejected, or too late.

So too, I decided to rebuild. To rise out of the ashes.

I began to rebuild my mind, my body, my attitude. 

I changed how I ate, how I moved, and how I worked.

Some days, I coached lawyers and then took my weak body back to bed.

But I kept showing up. I got stronger. I began to rise and enthusiasm, in hope and my body answered my request to rebuild.

Now I'm seventy-six and healthier than I was at 55.

I lead four companies and still wake up grateful to serve the lawyers who remind me why I began.

When I see lawyers discouraged, or tired and doubting, I remember that hallway outside my doctor's office.

I picture Steve Jobs in that garage, full of vision and grit. And I think of the day he walked out of Apple, carrying a box of his belongings, unsure of what the future held. He was temporarily lost, but not done.

And I know for sure the moment you think it's over is usually the moment you start again.

That is what we practice inside Pinnacle Lawyer Mastermind.

We Rise when everything says stop.

When is the last time you asked for help?

For decades, I believed strength meant doing it alone.

I built businesses. I raised my son and daughter. I coached lawyers coast to coast. I witnessed their happiness and success.
But I was lonely. 

One day, a quiet thought rose up inside me, almost too painful to say out loud. 

"If my coaching could help lawyers build joyful, fulfilled lives, what might happen if I allowed someone to help me?"

The realization stopped me cold. I had spent so many years pouring into others, determined to prove I didn't need anyone. That I was fine on my own. But the truth was, I wasn't. 

I was lonely. Watching my clients thrive while I sat in silence, aching behind closed doors, made me wonder. 
What if it was finally my turn to heal?

I couldn't remember the last time I allowed support, encouragement, or coaching into my life. My silence told me everything.

I remember reading about Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She knew that same isolation.

She stood almost alone in classrooms that didn't want her there.
She fought cancer from a hospital bed while shaping justice for millions.
She never stopped asking for help, from her husband, from clerks, from family.

When I finally opened my own life to support, everything changed.
Work became lighter.
Clients flourished faster.
Joy returned.

In this spirit, I created the Pinnacle Lawyer Mastermind.
They're learning the same lesson; they are not doing it alone. 

This is a group of high-performing attorneys who refuse to throw in the towel, who are committed to reinventing what it means to practice law in today's world, not like it's still 2005, but with the tools, mindset, and courage of 2025 and beyond. You can type Pinnacle in comments if you want to learn more.

They Told You It Was Too Late. They Were Wrong.

They say aging means slowing down, stepping aside, settling. 
But what if everything you’ve lived through was preparing you for your most powerful chapter yet? 

What if now is the moment you stop playing small and start building exactly what you want with wisdom, clarity, and fire that doesn’t fade?

The truth is, it’s not too late. It’s your time. To learn more: Click and Let’s go.

At fifty-five, I thought my time had passed. Society tells women that vitality fades and ambition should quiet with age. Men should step aside and let

Open article: They Told Us Age Was a Limit. They Lied by Pamela DeNeuve • 2 min read

When Life Breaks Down, 

Breakthrough Is Closer Than You Think

There was a year when everything I built started to crumble.
My health, my finances, my looks, and my faith.

Call me vain, but when Graves’ disease changed my face, it felt like I lost a part of who I was. My eyes bulged, surgery left one crossed, and the steroids made me swell. 

I wore thick glasses and the skin above my eyes drooped like heavy curtains. I wanted to hide—I was ashamed. My appearance, something I had once taken pride in, felt stolen. 

But I held on. Slowly, it all got better. You wouldn’t know by looking at me now. Because as long as I didn’t give up, there was always hope.

I remember sitting at my desk surrounded by unpaid bills and wondering who I was without success. 

What seemed like vanity and small problems when I thought of Nelson Mandela.

When I thought of Nelson Mandela.
Twenty-seven years behind bars.

He lost his freedom but never his purpose.
He came out softer, not smaller.

That became my lesson.

I stopped fighting the storm and started listening to it.
I've learned that no kind of pain is too small to count. Every hard thing we go through matters. 

We should never feel like our problems are too small. It doesn't matter if you are rich or poor, Black or white, yellow or green.

It doesn't matter where you come from. We are all people, and we all go through tough things that are real and important.

I learned to honor myself and my struggles.
I learned to rest.
To pray.
To rebuild from calm instead of panic.

Since then, I've coached hundreds of lawyers through their own prisons, the invisible kind, made of overwork and fear. When we finally breathe, something shifts.

I witness lawyers begin to live again.

That's why I will never quit this work.

Because I've seen what happens when resilience meets hope not only in my life but that of the lawyers I've worked with over the past 30+ years.

That is the heart of why I created the Pinnacle Lawyer Mastermind.

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